“Laser Peening Prevents Engine Blade Damage in Aircraft”

In 1991, the B-1B Lancer’s F101 engine began experiencing titanium turbine blade failures that forced the grounding of the entire B-1 fleet. The primary hazard was foreign object damage (FOD), as ingested ice chunks and other hard objects were producing cracks in the blades that led to failure and irreparable damage.

The Challenge

  • Increase Fatigue Life for Engine Fan Blades
  • Reduce Costs of Engine Inspections
  • Reduce the Downtime of the B-1
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