### 9.2.1. Introduction to the BladeGen Tutorials

The following topics are discussed:

- Introduction to the BladeGen Tutorials
- Before You Begin
- Further Reading

#### 9.2.1.1. Introduction to the BladeGen Tutorials

Welcome to the BladeGen Tutorial Guide. The purpose of this guide is to introduce the new user to the main features of BladeGen in a practical, hands-on manner. This manual includes 5 different tutorials, each highlighting a different approach to blade design in BladeGen.

- Creating a Low Pressure Ratio Compressor Impeller

- Creating an Axial Fan Blade

- Creating a Radial Pump Impeller

- Creating an Axial Turbine Blade

- Creating a Compressor Impeller with a Splitter Vane

#### 9.2.1.2. Before You Begin

Before you begin these tutorials, please refer to Getting Started for an introduction to the BladeGen concepts, naming conventions and installation instructions.

#### 9.2.1.3. Further Reading

The rest of the BladeGen User’s Guide has more detailed information on the commands used in this manual.

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