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Turbine Refurbishment

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<strong>Turbine</strong> <strong>Refurbishment</strong> - Blades<br />

How do you determine and check blade tip<br />

diameter and clearance?<br />

• Tolerances of individual components stack up<br />

• Blade weight causes deflection<br />

• Water forces on blades cause more deflection<br />

• Centrifugal forces sling blades outward (75 mph @ blade tip)<br />

• Temperature differences cause thermal expansion<br />

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