Abstract:
A process for manufacturing a ceramic matrix composite component comprises inserting at least one fibrous sheet (18) into a resin transfer molding system (10). The process further includes wetting the at least one fibrous sheet (18) with a pre-ceramic polymer resin (28). The process further includes applying a pressure to the at least one fibrous sheet (18) and pre-ceramic polymer resin (28) with an intensifier (30) responsive to thermal expansion and curing the pre-ceramic polymer resin (28).
Abstract:
A gas turbine engine component assembly includes a ceramic component having a first thermal characteristic. A metallic component has a second thermal characteristic. A bonding material secures the ceramic component to the metallic component. The bonding material includes at least one of a transient liquid phase bond and a partial transient liquid phase bond. The bonding material is configured to withstand a shear stress parameter relating to a differential between the first and second thermal characteristics.
Abstract:
A method of making a platform of a blade includes the steps of creating two platform sections by solidifying a material with a fabric in a mold and positioning a band of fabric around the two platform sections to retain an airfoil and define a blade. The method further includes the step of bonding the two platform sections together by solidifying the material to define a platform of a solid material. The platform is not bonded to the airfoil.