Simulation and experimental study on laser cutting of C/C composite finger seal

Zhaoyang Zhai, Pengxu Sun, Jinzhao Xu, Dongya Zhang, Yanchao Zhang, Chunhua Du, School of Mechanical and Precision Instrument Engineering, an University of Technology

Journal of Composite Materials

Published online on October 18, 2025

Abstract

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The finger seal is an important type of dynamic seal in aeroengines carbon fiber-reinforced carbon matrix (C/C) composites have self-lubrication and elasticity that match the application environment of the finger seal. They can not only reduce fuel ...