Failure analysis of diesel engine turbochargers under real operating conditions

Garrett model GT 1749V. The damage and consequences of a foreign object entering the compressor rotor are described and discussed. The study was based on microscopic observations at low magnifications (up to 50x), conducted in cooperation with a company specializing in turbocharger remanufacturing.FAILURE ANALYSIS TURBOCHARGER OF DIESEL ENGINES IN REAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
The article presents information on the construction Garrett GT 1749V turbocharger.
Describes and discusses the damage and the consequences of entering the compressor rotor of a foreign body. Based on the microscopic observations of small magnifications (up to 50x), made in cooperation with the firm remanufacturing of turbochargers. (…)