Turbine engine component having enhanced heat transfer characteristics and method for forming same
US6589600B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 30, 1999 |
| Grant date | Jul 8, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 30, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF23R2900/03045
- WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A turbine engine component is provided that has a surface that contains a plurality of depressions that are effective to increase the surface area of the component. The depressions are generally concave in contour and improve the heat transfer characteristics of the component. Methods for forming the turbine engine components are also disclosed.
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