Investigation of Factors Controlling Engine Scheduled Overhaul - T53/T55,

Abstract

This report presents an analysis of the factors responsible for the return of helicopter turbine engines to depot. Engine component causes are detailed from the larger set of total system-caused returns. The derived data are used to identify significant parameters which can allow the design of high initial time-between-overhauls with an optimum growth rate. Models and examples of the design approach are presented with emphasis on reliability and maintainability support. The report is concluded with a qualitative analysis of advanced component system concepts and their probable effect on TBO interval and safety/mission reliability. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 1977
Accession Number
ADA042190

Entities

People

  • Paul A. King
  • Robert L. Givens

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Human Systems
  • Sensors

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Composite Materials
  • Crystal Structure
  • Detectors
  • Engine Components
  • Failure Mode And Effect Analysis
  • Foreign Object Damage
  • Friction
  • Gas Turbines
  • Ions
  • Materials
  • Plastic Explosives
  • Rotation
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Turbine Blades
  • Turbine Components
  • Turbines
  • Turboshaft Engines

Fields of Study

  • Engineering

Readers

  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Life Cycle Cost Analysis
  • Systems Analysis and Design