Methods for testing laser shock peening
US9632004B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 1, 2013 |
| Grant date | Apr 25, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 20, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC22F1/18
- WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method for testing an edge of a rotor blade that has been hardened is disclosed. A shallow notch is created in the edge of the blade using a laser and the blade is then tested using an HCF process. If the blade passes the test, a deeper notch is imparted into the edge of the blade and the blade is retested. If the blade passes the second test, a third notch may be imparted into the edge of the blade and the blade is tested again. Any test failure may provide assistance in modifying the parameters used to harden the blade. The blade may be initially hardened using an LSP process.
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