Engine Gas Turbines (Supplementary) USCG Question #23 (Set 1)

What are the two common methods of power turbine blade retention?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — Bulb and dovetail

Power turbine blades are subjected to significant centrifugal loads and thermal gradients. Bulb and dovetail root designs are the two most common methods for securing these blades to the disk, providing the necessary mechanical strength and flexibility to accommodate thermal expansion while maintaining secure blade retention.

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