Accession Number:

AD0423790

Title:

RESULTS OF THE PHASE II LONG-TERM ENVIRONMENTAL STORAGE TEST PROGRAM FOR THE RJ43-MA-11 RAMJET ENGINE

Personal Author(s):

Corporate Author:

MARQUARDT CORP OGDEN UT

Report Date:

1963-10-24

Abstract:

Tests conducted consisted of subjecting the RJ43-MA-11 engine to accelerated storage under severe environmental conditions and long-term storage under actual tactical environment conditions. Effects of the environmental tests on engine performance and structural integrity were evaluated by a comparison of pre- and post-storage power control system calibration data, by an engine combustion performance test, and by complete disassembly and inspection of the test items for any signs of deterioation. The accelerated storage test imposed such severe and unrealistic environmental conditions on two test engines that the function and structural integrity of the engines were impaired to the point that the test program was redirected with approval by the Air Force. The accelerated storage test was beneficial in that it pointed out areas in which design changes could be effected to provide a satisfactory level of corrosion resistance in the RJ43-MA-11 engine.

Descriptive Note:

Rept. Oct 1960-Oct 1963

Supplementary Note:

DOI: 10.21236/AD0423790

Pages:

0093

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Distribution Statement:

Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.

Contract Number:

AF 33(657)-7770

File Size:

7.62MB