Blade Diagnostics Corporation (BDC) has developed a system for measuring and analyzing the geometry and vibratory response of integrally bladed rotors (IBRs). Their product, SmartBlend® Systems (SBS), incorporates next generation testing and analytics for active propulsion fleet maintenance. SmartBlend uses specific information about each part to safely repair more IBRs and quickly return them to service, thus, reducing maintenance costs and improving fleet readiness. The SBS IBR data becomes part of a database which can be used to inform decision makers for improved workflow, repair strategies, and IBR asset management. BDC worked with AFRL (Dayton) and ALC (Oklahoma City) to build and install a SmartBlend System for evaluating F119 IBRs at the ALC where it has been fully integrated into the F119 repair workflow. The purpose of the proposed work is to initiate transition of this new technology to the F135 engine. The F135 1st fan IBR is the most expensive IBR in the engine and the one most likely to be damaged. If BDC is awarded a Phase II, then they will install an SBS system for evaluating F135 1st fan IBRs in the repair depot in Oklahoma City and provide technical support.
