Research on the composite remanufacturing process chain of laser cladding, CNC machining and ultrasonic rolling for aero-engine blades

January 8, 2024

The repair and remanufacturing process of aero-engine blades requires high geometric accuracy and mechanical properties. Therefore, the synergy of multiple processes is required to complete the repair of blades. This paper mainly studies the coupling relationship between multiple processes of aero-engine blade repair and the influence and role of each process on the final surface integrity of the blade. First, in response to the needs of blade repair, a hybrid remanufacturing process chain of laser cladding, CNC machining and ultrasonic rolling is proposed. Then, a numerical model of geometric feature construction and transient thermal-structural behavior in the hybrid remanufacturing process chain of blades is established.

Finally, the mutual influence between the three processes of laser cladding, CNC machining and ultrasonic rolling is analyzed. The results show that a larger powder feeding rate is allowed during the laser cladding process of the hybrid remanufacturing process chain of blades. The thermal deformation and residual stress caused by high powder feeding rate and thin wall structure can be optimized by CNC machining and ultrasonic rolling. In addition, the influence mechanism of the three processes on the final surface integrity is revealed, and it is shown that the influence of hybrid remanufacturing process parameters on remanufacturing quality is different from that of traditional processes. The feasibility of the hybrid remanufacturing process chain for blades was demonstrated through verification experiments on damaged blades.

Penny Xu

Penny Xu – General Manager, Metal Additive Manufacturing Projects Mr. Penny Xu is a seasoned General Manager and strategic expert in the metal additive manufacturing sector, playing a vital role as a bridge between technology and business. With exceptional macro-perspective and resource integration capabilities, he oversees the commercial deployment and strategic execution of metal AM projects. Mr. Xu’s core responsibility is to deeply engage with cutting-edge market trends and the technical requirements of high-end clients. He excels at pinpointing clients’ core challenges regarding performance, cost, and lead time, and translating these needs into clear and actionable technical briefs. Building on…

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