TECHNOLOGY OF CLEANING OF GAS TURBINE ENGINE HOT PATH ASSYS AND PARTS
is processed in order to remove the formations, oxides, layers of previous coatings of parts/assys
is processed in order to control the remaining traces of old coatings (otherwise, if these are present, chipping will occur under the influence of high temperature)
When gas turbine hot section assys and parts are refurbished, special attention is paid to the surface preparation for the application of thermal barrier coatings. Properly prepared surfaces ensure high-quality adhesion between the blade alloy and the coating materials (particles).
is processed in order to remove the oxides (thermal corrosion) off microcracks
is processed in order to remove the deposits, oxides, layers of previous coatings of cavities and holes of cooling system inner passages