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Aerospace—commercial and military—remains the largest and most important business sector for the global titanium industry. is has been true ever since titanium became a critical “Cold War” metal that, quite literally, accelerated the aerospace competition between the United States and the Soviet Union during the 1950s. Today the titanium industry anticipates a substantial level of growth from next-generation commercial jetliners. Leading-edge aircraft driving titanium volume and innovative applications include Boeing’s recently launched 787 Dreamliner and 777, along with Airbus’ A380 and A350, scheduled to be commercially unveiled in 2013-14. It’s estimated that about 55 percent of the titanium manufactured in North America is utilized in aerospace. Because of its superior strength-to-weight ratio, toughness, corrosion resistance and high-temperature durability, titanium is the clear material of choice for a variety of critical, high-tolerance aerospace applications: jet engine components (fan blades, compressor blades, rotors, discs, hubs and numerous non-rotor parts such as inlet guide vanes); structural assemblies in the airframe and landing systems; forged-wing structures; fasteners, springs and hydraulic tubing; and engine nacelles. Commercial aerospace is the quintessential global business, in terms of diverse international demand and the relentless drive for technical innovation. China and India are emerging as major customers on the global market for commercial jetliners. e titanium industry is a most worthy partner to support this ascending business sector. e workhorse titanium alloy Ti-6Al-4V (titanium, aluminum and vanadium) has served the aerospace industry well for many decades. However, in recent years, numerous new alloys have been developed to enhance titanium’s strength, toughness and high- temperature performance. Next-generation titanium alloys now replace nickel and steel alloys in nacelles and landing-gear components and are meeting the higher-heat requirements for precision engine components. How much titanium will be required to support these next-generation jetliners? Industry estimates say the Boeing 787 and 777 will use 80 and 50 metric tons of titanium per plane, respectively, while the Airbus A350 and A380 will need 70 and 80 metric tons. ese aircraft, along with other commercial jet platforms, represent a substantial level of demand for titanium in the coming years when you “do the math.” In defense aerospace applications, key U.S. weapon systems using titanium include the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter, Unmanned Aircraft Vehicles (UAVs) and the Next-Gen bomber. We can help you navigate in the complex global aerospace market e mission of the International Titanium Association (ITA) is to promote the use of titanium in aerospace as well as other industrial, commercial, medical and military applications. rough our membership and working committees, we strive to advance ideas in research, design, metallurgy and engineering. International Titanium Association (ITA) www.titanium.org 303-404-2221 Telephone [email protected] Email Titanium Keeps ‘Em Flying High Strength and Toughness with Light Weight Excellent Corrosion Resistance at Elevated Temperatures Available as Forgings, Sheet, Plate, Bars, Wire, and Castings Ideal for Fan Blades, Landing Gears, and Critical Parts
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Aerospace—commercial and military—remains the largest and most important business sector for the global titanium industry. is has been true ever since titanium became a critical “Cold War” metal that, quite literally, accelerated the aerospace competition between the United States and the Soviet Union during the 1950s.
Today the titanium industry anticipates a substantial level of growth from next-generation commercial jetliners. Leading-edge aircraft driving titanium volume and innovative applications include Boeing’s recently launched 787 Dreamliner and 777, along with Airbus’ A380 and A350, scheduled to be commercially unveiled in 2013-14.
It’s estimated that about 55 percent of the titanium manufactured in North America is utilized in aerospace. Because of its superior strength-to-weight ratio, toughness, corrosion resistance and high-temperature durability, titanium is the clear material of choice for a variety of critical, high-tolerance aerospace applications: jet engine components (fan blades, compressor blades, rotors, discs, hubs and numerous non-rotor parts such as inlet guide vanes); structural assemblies in the airframe and landing systems; forged-wing structures; fasteners, springs and hydraulic tubing; and engine nacelles.
Commercial aerospace is the quintessential global business, in terms of diverse international demand and the relentless drive for technical innovation. China and India are emerging as major customers on the global market for commercial jetliners. e titanium industry is a most worthy partner to support this ascending business sector.
e workhorse titanium alloy Ti-6Al-4V (titanium, aluminum and vanadium) has served the aerospace industry well for many decades. However, in recent years, numerous new alloys have been developed to enhance titanium’s strength, toughness and high-temperature performance. Next-generation titanium alloys now replace nickel and steel alloys in nacelles and landing-gear components and are meeting the higher-heat requirements for precision engine components.
How much titanium will be required to support these next-generation jetliners? Industry estimates say the Boeing 787 and 777 will use 80 and 50 metric tons of titanium per plane, respectively, while the Airbus A350 and A380 will need 70 and 80 metric tons. ese aircraft, along with other commercial jet platforms, represent a substantial level of demand for titanium in the coming years when you “do the math.”
In defense aerospace applications, key U.S. weapon systems using titanium include the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter, Unmanned Aircraft Vehicles (UAVs) and the Next-Gen bomber.
We can help you navigate in the complex global aerospace market e mission of the International Titanium Association (ITA) is to promote the use of titanium in aerospace as well as other industrial, commercial, medical and military applications. rough our membership and working committees, we strive to advance ideas in research, design, metallurgy and engineering.
International TitaniumAssociation (ITA)www.titanium.org
303-404-2221 [email protected] Email
Today the titanium industry anticipates a substantial level of growth from next-generation commercial jetliners. Leading-edge aircraft driving titanium volume and innovative applications include Boeing’s recently launched 787 Dreamliner and 777, along with Airbus’ A380 and A350, scheduled to be commercially unveiled in 2013-14.
It’s estimated that about 55 percent of the titanium manufactured in North America is
Titanium Use in AerospaceTitanium Use in AerospaceTitanium Use in AerospaceIt’s estimated that about 55 percent of the titanium manufactured in North America is utilized in aerospace. Because of its superior strength-to-weight ratio, toughness, corrosion resistance and high-temperature durability, titanium is the clear material of choice for a variety of critical, high-tolerance aerospace applications: jet engine components (fan blades, compressor blades, rotors, discs, hubs and numerous non-rotor parts such as inlet guide vanes); structural assemblies in the airframe and landing systems; forged-wing structures; fasteners, springs and hydraulic tubing; and engine nacelles.
Commercial aerospace is the quintessential global business, in terms of diverse
It’s estimated that about 55 percent of the titanium manufactured in North America is
Titanium Keeps ‘Em Flying
High Strength and Toughness with Light Weight
Excellent Corrosion Resistance at Elevated Temperatures
Available as Forgings, Sheet, Plate, Bars, Wire, and Castings
Ideal for Fan Blades, Landing Gears, and Critical Parts
