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May 24, 2012
 

Glossary

What are transonic airfoils, and what is the active clearance control? Check out our technical dictionary and find out more about engine technology terms – from active clearance control to velocity triangle.
HAE "Hell" "Hard" anodizing Hard chrome-plating Hardening and tempering Hardfacing Heat exchanger High-pressure compressor High-pressure turbine High-speed milling High-temperature vacuum brazing Hot isostatic pressing (HIP) Hypersonic aircraft

"Hard" anodizing

This anodizing process serves to produce relatively thick and particularly hard and wear-resistant oxide coatings for technical purposes. It can, however, not be used on all aluminum materials.
 
 
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