Three Dimensional Stress Analysis in a Steam Turbine Blade

The objective of this project study is to determine the stress distribution and stress concentration in a turbine blade by analyzing how stress acted on the steam turbine blades during its operation. The stress concentration occurs when the steam turbine blade is working in extreme environment and the presence of the sharp edges in the profile of the blade localizes some stresses. If the material is unable to withstand the stress subjected on it, the blade will fracture and failure happens.