Omniseal Solutions BEYOND the boundaries of possible AVIATION CASE STUDY VARIABLE STATOR VANE BUSHINGS

Arnaud Verger February 2022 AVIATION LOW COEFFICIENT OF FRICTION DRY RUNNING HIGH TEMPERATURE SELF LUBRICATION At different speed regimes in the jet engine, the airflow in the compressor is regulated by variable stator vanes (VSV), which are generally located at the initial stages of the high pressure compressor. This area experiences relatively high pressure and high temperature that progressively increases with modern engine performances. Due to high vibration and high loads, variable stator vane bushings are subject to considerable strain, high temperature (up to 370°C / 700°F) and atmospheric...

Omniseal Solutions' Meldin® 7000 polyimide is one of the very few materials with self-lubricating properties, mechanical strength and machinability that makes this solution suited for the variable stator vane application. The polyimide’s thermo-oxidative stability also allow the material to sustain the hot air environment. Additionally, tight tolerances can be achieved in order to allow good airflow restriction for improved system efficiency. This Meldin® material is a proven aviation solution, having been qualified by several jet engine OEMs and flying successfully in commercial aircraft for...

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