Micro Ceramic Inserts for Affordable Investment Casting Cores(1000-877)

Triton Systems proposes to demonstrate an improved method of making complex geometry investment casting cores for turbine blades and vanes using the gelcasting process with tailored ceramic compositions. This phase I project is in conjunction with an engine supplier and will focus on gelcasting’s feasibility in producing complex dimension ceramic cores using three different ceramic core formulations. The three compositions have been chosen to address issues historically encountered in the manufacture of ceramic cores for high temperature alloy investment cast blades and vanes for turbine powerplants. In the Phase I, Triton will develop a process to manufacture ceramic cores. Core samples will formulated and tested for casting compatibility and analyzed for dimensional feature retention, basic dimensions and density. The best formulation will be downselected for further development and future casting trials.