Accession Number:

ADA399037

Title:

Feasibility Study for Life Enhancement of Military Aircraft Through Re-Squeezing Joints with Geriatric Aircraft

Descriptive Note:

Final rept.

Corporate Author:

DELFT UNIV OF TECHNOLOGY (NETHERLANDS)

Personal Author(s):

• Muller, R. P.

Report Date:

2001-11-01

Pagination or Media Count:

16.0

Abstract:

This report results from a contract tasking RPGM Engineering Consultancy, b.v. as follows The contractor will investigate the possibility of using a promising technique for extending the fatigue life of riveted joints which will help prevent the Air Force fleet from expensive overhauls. The schedule of supplies and services is as listed and detailed in his proposal to EOARD dated 23 Mar 98.

Descriptors:

• *FATIGUE LIFE
• *FEASIBILITY STUDIES
• *RIVETED JOINTS
• AIR FORCE
• MILITARY AIRCRAFT
• REPORTS
• SCHEDULING
• FATIGUE(MECHANICS)
• SUPPLIES

Subject Categories:

• Aircraft

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE