Rolls-Royce worked with materials scientists at The University of Manchester to help produce engines that deliver optimum performance and safety standards.
The traditional method for stopping cracks in engines is ‘shot-peening’- image courtesy of Rolls-Royce. According to the University of Manchester, fan blades in aircraft engines endure large loads and high-frequency vibrations. Over time, these stresses can create microscopic cracks in the blades which can lead to issues in service. Reportedly, the…
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