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    Radial turbochargers are more efficient than axial turbochargers for smaller engines up to 4700kW. They have a compact, lightweight design and can operate at higher pressure ratios than axial turbochargers. Radial turbochargers use a single-piece turbine wheel made of nickel alloy welded to a steel shaft that is supported by plain bearings for a strong, rigid and low-mass rotor assembly. Some radial turbochargers can vary the nozzle ring geometry for more efficient operation at different loads.

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    Radial turbochargers are more efficient than axial turbochargers for smaller engines up to 4700kW. They have a compact, lightweight design and can operate at higher pressure ratios than axial turbochargers. Radial turbochargers use a single-piece turbine wheel made of nickel alloy welded to a steel shaft that is supported by plain bearings for a strong, rigid and low-mass rotor assembly. Some radial turbochargers can vary the nozzle ring geometry for more efficient operation at different loads.

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    Radial turbochargers are more efficient than axial turbochargers for smaller engines up to 4700kW. They have a compact, lightweight design and can operate at higher pressure ratios than axial turbochargers. Radial turbochargers use a single-piece turbine wheel made of nickel alloy welded to a steel shaft that is supported by plain bearings for a strong, rigid and low-mass rotor assembly. Some radial turbochargers can vary the nozzle ring geometry for more efficient operation at different loads.

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    Radial turbochargers are more efficient than axial turbochargers for smaller engines. They have a compact, lightweight design and are reliable with long service intervals.

    Radial turbochargers are more efficient, compact, lightweight, reliable with long service intervals and easy maintenance. They can operate at higher pressure ratios and with heavier fuels than earlier designs.

    In the turbine, pressure energy is converted to kinetic energy as gas is directed onto the turbine wheel. The change in direction of the gas produces an impulsive force that turns the wheel.

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    INTRODUCTION

    The radial flow (sometimes referred to as a mixed flow) turbocharger is fitted to smaller engines. Manufactured for
    outputs of up to 4700kW per turbocharger, the size is limited by manufacturing techniques and materials. The radial
    turbocharger is more efficient (84%) than the axial turbocharger in these smaller sizes. It can operate with pressure ratios
    of 4.5 - 5. Other advantages include compact lightweight design, reliability, long service intervals and easy maintenance.

    Modern materials allow the use of HFO up to 720cSt. Earlier design of radial flow turbines could only be used with
    MDO. Can be used with exhaust gas temperatures of up to 720C

    The turbine and nozzle ring is similar in appearance to the compressor and diffuser, but of course the flow is in the
    opposite direction.

    The nozzles work in a similar way to conventional axial flow turbine nozzles; i.e. pressure
    energy is converted into kinetic energy and the gas is directed onto the turbine wheel. As the
    gas passes through the turbine wheel, it changes direction, and this change of direction
    produces an impulsive force which turns the wheel. The nozzle ring can be replaced without
    having to dismantle the turbine outlet casing and exhaust gas pipe.

    The single piece turbine wheel is of an investment cast nickel alloy (highly wear resistant)
    friction welded to the hardened steel shaft.

    The uncooled casing of nodular cast iron aids the simplicity of the design, reduces the mass, and the risk of corrosion due
    to water washing.

    The Compressor wheel is milled from high tensile aluminium alloy.

    The rotor is supported in inboard plain bearings with the thrust being taken at the compressor end, and expansion allowed
    for at the turbine end. This gives a short strong rotor of high rigidity and low mass. It also allows undisturbed admission
    of air and exit of gas, and easy access to turbine and compressor wheels. Bearing life 25000hrs+

    Lubrication is from the main engine LO system. - no separate pump, cooler and filter required. or from a dedicated

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    turbocharger lubrication system

    Labyrinth glands (MAN B&W NR/S) or piston ring sealing (ABB


    TPS) prevent leakage of air and exhaust gas into the bearing
    casing,

    VARIABLE NOZZLE RING GEOMETRY

    The radial turbocharger lends itself to variable nozzle ring geometry for more efficient operation. In the type shown
    above, two nozzle rings are used one for part load, the other for full load operation. Air pressure in a radial cylinder
    pushes the nozzle ring from one position to the other.

    In this experimental type the individual nozzle blades are moved by a ring gear
    to the appropriate angle for the load. The advantage her is that the angle of the
    nozzles is infinitely variable.

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