Aerospace research activities at Thyssen Umformtechnik Turbinenkomponenten

Authors: Kirner, P.K.; Janschek, P.; Schubart, D.; Borgschulte, K.

Source: Aircraft Engineering and Aerospace Technology: An International Journal, Volume 73, Number 2, 2001 , pp. 160-165(6)

Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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Abstract:

Thyssen Umformtechnik Turbinenkomponenten (TUT) in Remscheid is a supplier of turbine components for landbase turbines and for aero-engines. Customers in the aerospace and landbase turbine business strive for reductions in costs and weight as well as for the improvement of operating temperatures in order to increase the efficiency of their engines. Next to short-term activities like continuous improvement for cost reduction, TUT carries out research work as a long-term investment. The research activities at TUT are numerous and range from the simulation of forging operations to the qualification of advanced materials. Various examples are presented.

Keywords: Aerospace engineering; Components; R&D

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/00022660110695002

Publication date: 2001-04-01