The Application of Radiation Physics and Photogrammetric Techniques for the Diagnosis and Solution of Mechanical Engineering Problems and Performance Improvements in the Development of Aero Gas Turbine Engines at Rolls Royce,
Abstract
High Energy (8 MeV) x-rays are used to determine metal component movements for engine performance improvements and integrity confirmation, using film. Real time video is used for transient events. Low energy x-rays with high speed cine fluoroscopy have been used to analyse molten metal flows in the turbine blade casting process. 'Cold' neutrons and low energy x-rays have been used to analyse two phase flows and oil distribution in the 'Gem' engine oil scavenge system. Positron emitting isotope techniques are being developed to determine fuel and lubrication system dynamics. The images captured by these systems are then processed by digital techniques and pattern recognition and crosscorrelation is carried out. Measurements are made from the film and video images using two and three dimensional photogrammetric methods.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Nov 01, 1986
- Accession Number
- ADP005547
Entities
People
- P. A. Stewart