Hillhater
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Not the best analogy bill...billvon said:That's like saying that no bicycle is designed to be ridden uphill because it puts far more stress on the rear wheel and cassette. There is indeed more stress - but bicycles are in fact designed to be ridden uphill, and design margins are chosen to accommodate that. Even if the chain/cassette would last longer if they always stayed on flat ground.
These days (post “Schwinn” ?) bicycles are indeed specifically designed for primary purposes..flat road, hilly road, downhill, Xcountry, beach, etc etc.... with custom equipment ( frame, gearing, wheels, brakes, etc ) to suit the application. Gear cassettes , chain and chainwheels are significantly different in material and design depending on the use.
I know nothing about Gas turbine design, but i would be very surprised if they are not customised to suit the intended application.