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<p>This paper explores strategies for extending the operational lifespan of flame tubes in turbofan engines – a critical component for maintaining engine efficiency and reliability, in line with global trends aimed at maximizing the use of laid reserves of aircraft engine performance. Utilizing a combination of advanced computational simulations and empirical research, the study meticulously analyzes the internal processes within the flame tube of the AL-31F turbofan engine. A detailed geometric model and finite element grid were created and adapted to simulate various operating conditions and assess their impact on the flame tube’s performance. Special attention is given to understanding the thermal and mechanical stresses that influence its durability and serviceability. The results, compared against experimental data, validate the simulations and are crucial for identifying critical sections prone to damage, thereby facilitating enhanced decision-making regarding maintenance schedules and overhaul practices. This approach not only aims to minimize downtime and reduce maintenance costs but also extends the service intervals for critical engine components, thereby improving thermocyclic durability based on the damage mechanisms identified.</p>
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This paper explores strategies for extending the operational lifespan of flame tubes in turbofan engines – a critical component for maintaining engine efficiency and reliability, in line with global trends aimed at maximizing the use of laid reserves of aircraft engine performance. Utilizing a combination of advanced computational simulations and empirical research, the study meticulously analyzes the internal processes within the flame tube of the AL-31F turbofan engine. A detailed geometric model and finite element grid were created and adapted to simulate various operating conditions and assess their impact on the flame tube’s performance. Special attention is given to understanding the thermal and mechanical stresses that influence its durability and serviceability. The results, compared against experimental data, validate the simulations and are crucial for identifying critical sections prone to damage, thereby facilitating enhanced decision-making regarding maintenance schedules and overhaul practices. This approach not only aims to minimize downtime and reduce maintenance costs but also extends the service intervals for critical engine components, thereby improving thermocyclic durability based on the damage mechanisms identified.

Numerical Simulation of Workflow for Evaluating Flame Tube Thermocyclic Durability

Transactions on Aerospace Research

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This paper explores strategies for extending the operational lifespan of flame tubes in turbofan engines – a critical component for maintaining engine...

Numerical Simulation of Workflow for Evaluating Flame Tube Thermocyclic Durability

Article Category: research article

Published Online: Jun 12, 2024

Page range: 33 - 43

Received: Dec 09, 2023

Accepted: Apr 29, 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/tar-2024-0010

Keywords
turbofan engine, time between overhaul, numerical simulation, flame tube, workflow, thermal and stress-strain states, thermocyclic durability

© 2024 Artem Shulhin et al., published by Sciendo

This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License.

Numerical Simulation of Workflow for Evaluating Flame Tube Thermocyclic Durability

Article Category: research article

Published Online: Jun 12, 2024

Page range: 33 - 43

Received: Dec 09, 2023

Accepted: Apr 29, 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/tar-2024-0010

Keywordsturbofan engine, time between overhaul, numerical simulation, flame tube, workflow, thermal and stress-strain states, thermocyclic durability

© 2024 Artem Shulhin et al., published by Sciendo

This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License.

Keywords
turbofan engine, time between overhaul, numerical simulation, flame tube, workflow, thermal and stress-strain states, thermocyclic durability