Abstract:
A method includes building a tubular object by a layer-by-layer additive manufacturing process. A structure integrally connected to the tubular object for supporting a portion of the tubular object is formed during building of the tubular object. The structure provides vibration dampening, heat shielding, heat transfer, stiffening, energy absorption, or mounting after the tubular object is built.
Abstract:
One embodiment includes a fuel injector. The fuel injector assembly comprises a conduit for conveying fuel from a fuel inlet to a nozzle. The conduit is located in a support, with the conduit, the nozzle, and the support being a single unitary piece. A thermally compliant feature is located at the nozzle which allows the fuel injector to adjust for differential thermal expansion.
Abstract:
An assembly is provided for a turbine engine. The assembly includes a fuel injector and a fuel vaporizer. A nozzle of the fuel injector is adapted to direct fuel to impinge against the fuel vaporizer. The fuel vaporizer is adapted to substantially vaporize the impinging fuel.
Abstract:
A fuel injector is provided for a gas turbine engine. The fuel injector includes a fuel conduit and a cooling fluid circuit through a strut. A gas turbine engine is provided that includes a multiple of fuel injectors in communication with a combustor and a cooling system in communication with each of the multiple of fuel injectors.
Abstract:
An article includes a body portion made of a metal and configured for use in a gas turbine engine, a sensing feature monolithically formed with the body portion, and an interior passage connected to the sensing feature and passing through the body portion. An article with integrated sensing features may be made additive manufacturing, resulting in a structure having internal passageways connecting an aperture at one surface of the monolithic article to a second aperture at another surface of the monolithic article at the opposite end of the internal passageway.