Automated Machining of Turbine Blades by Rolls‐Royce

Abstract

An automated production line using robots is now operational and machining aero‐engine turbine blades at Rolls‐Royce, Derby. It is the first fully automated manufacturing system with robot handling of engine parts to be introduced by Rolls‐Royce. This automated line is more advanced than any other known to be in service in the world aerospace industry. It incorporates creep‐feed grinding machines which have reduced typical grinding cycle times from six minutes to 45 seconds.

Citation

(1983), "Automated Machining of Turbine Blades by Rolls‐Royce", Aircraft Engineering and Aerospace Technology, Vol. 55 No. 1, pp. 7-9. https://doi.org/10.1108/eb035842