Fouling in gas turbines is caused by airborne contaminants which, under certain conditions,
adhere to aerodynamic surfaces upon impact. The growth of solid deposits causes …

The leading edges of aero-engine fan and compressor blades suffer from severe erosion
due to the inhalation of suspended particulates in the low-altitude atmosphere during long …

Micro-sized solid particle adhesion affects several industrial processes and machines.
Particle adhesion is responsible for reducing reliability and efficiency. A great example is …

There have been several recorded mishaps of rotorcraft experiencing flame-out due to
engine surge as a result of rapid accumulation of sand and dust on nozzle guide vanes …

The analysis of the performance losses of a multistage compressor concerning the air
contaminant is not widespread in literature and, the mutual interactions of particle materials …

The detrimental effects generated by the gas turbine fouling phenomenon are well known.
Due to soil and soot particles ingestion, gas turbines experience performance drops related …

A review of existing research on signatures of gas turbine faults is presented. Faults that
influence the aerothermodynamic performance of compressors and turbines, such as …

Land-based power units have to fulfill even more high levels of production and reliability. In
harsh environments (desert and tropical installations, typically), the power unit ingests high …

The soil layer is a common issue for energy systems as solar panels or prime mover and
driven turbomachines. This phenomenon is usually known as fouling, and it consists of a …

Multiphase flow experiments allow the understanding of complex interaction mechanisms
between particles and fluid structures under controlled conditions. In standard test rigs, the …