Pratt & Whitney’s Breakthrough in Additive Manufacturing for the TJ150 Engine

Post Views: 460 Pratt & Whitney TJ150 turbojet engine Pratt & Whitney’s Breakthrough in Additive Manufacturing Pratt & Whitney, part of RTX, has made a major breakthrough in additive manufacturing (AM). The company successfully tested rotating turbine parts for its TJ150 turbojet engine. This marks a significant milestone in using 3D printing for rotating engine components, an area that has long posed challenges in aerospace. The TJ150 engine is a high-performance, quick-production turbojet. It generates 68 kg (150 lb) of thrust and has a compact, lightweight design. This makes it ...