Steam Plants (Boilers & Turbines) USCG Question #215 (Set 8)

The general method of reducing turbine reaction blade vibration is by the use of _______.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option C — binding wire

Binding wire threaded through holes in reaction turbine blades and silver-soldered in segments ties them together, dampening resonant vibration frequencies and preventing destructive blade flutter during operation.

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