Advancements in Education: Utilizing Additive Manufacturing for Mechanical Design and Conceptual Study of Turbomachinery

Additive manufacturing (AM), commonly known as 3D printing, has revolutionized the production of complex components across various industries. In this study, we investigate the design and manufacturing of turbomachinery blades and components, focusing on their application in educational and model scenarios. Additive manufacturing is used to develop parts. Students assemble a model axial reaction turbine, which was designed with 6mm blades. The turbine is subsequently supplied with a target flow rate of 0.025 ft³/s to 0.05 ft³/s to drive it to 10 ftlbs of torque. This is to illustrate the underlying mechanisms that drive our world. Challenges include sparse details about design and construction. The eventual goal is to create a fully functional axial organic reaction turbine based on an optimized design from 3D printing.