MODULE FOR AN AIRCRAFT TURBOMACHINE

The turbomachine module integrates a frame and lattice structure for efficient additive manufacturing, addressing housing optimization challenges by reducing mass and improving mechanical and thermal performance.

FR3166662A1Pending Publication Date: 2026-03-27SAFRAN SA +1
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Application Number
FR2024010228
Authority / Receiving Office
FR · FR
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-09-25
Publication Date
2026-03-27

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing turbomachine modules face challenges in optimizing housing design for compactness and robustness, particularly in additive manufacturing, leading to complex shapes and excessive mass, which are time-consuming and not well-suited for efficient production.

Method used

A turbomachine module design utilizing a frame and lattice of intersecting ribs formed by additive manufacturing, integrating equipment housings and connecting elements, allowing precise modeling and reduced material usage, enhancing mechanical resistance and thermal management.

Benefits of technology

The design achieves faster modeling, reduced mass, improved mechanical resistance, better thermal control, and efficient additive manufacturing, while maintaining compactness and structural integrity.

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Abstract

Module (10) for an aircraft turbomachine, this module (10) comprising a housing (16) and several components located in several housings (12) of the housing (16) and connected to each other by connecting elements (14), characterized in that the housing (16) is formed by additive manufacturing and comprises in a single block: - a frame (18) delimiting the housing (16), and - a lattice (20) of intersecting ribs located within the frame (18) and connected to the frame (18), the housings (12) and the connecting elements (14) being located within the frame (18) and encompassed within the lattice of ribs (20), which is connected to at least some housings (12) and / or connecting elements (14) to ensure their retention. Abbreviated figure: Figure 3
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