Wenjun Yang , Yinhao Wang , Jichen Li , Junfeng Hao , Jiran Gao
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Failure analysis of the premature fan blade-off in aeroengine containment test
The fracture of fan blades caused by the foreign object damage is a serious threat to the aeroengine service safety. To investigate the impact effect after blade-off, an aeroengine containment test is conducted under non-vacuum conditions. However, the pre-notched fan blade detaches prematurely at a rotational speed below the design threshold. To explain this anomaly, this study combines the numerical and theoretical approaches to analyze the failure causes. Firstly, a structural model of the pre-notched fan blade is established, and modal analysis is conducted to assess the potential influence of resonance on failure. Subsequently, considering the rotor–stator interference caused by support plates, a model of the unsteady flow field is established. Finally, a fluid–structure interaction (FSI) method is employed to explore the influence of coupled aerodynamic and centrifugal loads on stress distribution. The results indicate that resonance effects are not the primary cause of blade failure. In the non-vacuum environment, the introduction of aerodynamic load subjects the blade to complex multiaxial stress states. Compared to the condition with only centrifugal loading, the Mises stress at the notch increases by 15.2%, exceeding the ultimate tensile strength of the TC4 alloy and finally leading to the premature blade-off.
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Engineering Failure Analysis publishes research papers describing the analysis of engineering failures and related studies.
Papers relating to the structure, properties and behaviour of engineering materials are encouraged, particularly those which also involve the detailed application of materials parameters to problems in engineering structures, components and design. In addition to the area of materials engineering, the interacting fields of mechanical, manufacturing, aeronautical, civil, chemical, corrosion and design engineering are considered relevant. Activity should be directed at analysing engineering failures and carrying out research to help reduce the incidences of failures and to extend the operating horizons of engineering materials.
Emphasis is placed on the mechanical properties of materials and their behaviour when influenced by structure, process and environment. Metallic, polymeric, ceramic and natural materials are all included and the application of these materials to real engineering situations should be emphasised. The use of a case-study based approach is also encouraged.
Engineering Failure Analysis provides essential reference material and critical feedback into the design process thereby contributing to the prevention of engineering failures in the future. All submissions will be subject to peer review from leading experts in the field.