Turbocharger blade vibration: Measurement and validation through laser tip-timing

J. M. Allport, M. L. Jupp, A. Pezouvanis, G. W. Janicki, A. I. Pierończyk, A. J. Day, P. Olley, B. Mason, M. K. Ebrahimi

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Abstract

High Cycle Fatigue (HCF) of turbine blades is a major cause of failure in turbochargers. In order to validate changes to blades intended to reduce fatigue failure, accurate measurement of blade dynamics is necessary. Strain gauging has limitations, so an alternative method is investigated. A description of the tip-timing method is given, applied to turbocharger testing. The advantages and disadvantages of laser probes are assessed. Examples of output data and interpretation are presented and compared with computer simulation. It is shown that laser tip-timing technology gives a more complete view of turbine vibration than the alternative measurement systems.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationInstitution of Mechanical Engineers - 10th International Conference on Turbochargers and Turbocharging
PublisherWoodhead Publishing
Pages173-181
Number of pages9
ISBN (Electronic)9780857096135
ISBN (Print)9780857092090
Publication statusPublished - 11 May 2012
Externally publishedYes
Event10th International Conference on Turbochargers and Turbocharging - London, United Kingdom
Duration: 15 May 201216 May 2012
Conference number: 10

Conference

Conference10th International Conference on Turbochargers and Turbocharging
Country/TerritoryUnited Kingdom
CityLondon
Period15/05/1216/05/12

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