30 FOOT LIGHTWEIGHT TELESCOPIC MAST, PHASE I.

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Abstract:

Reserch concerns the development of a telescopic antenna mast. A 30 ft lighweight mast was developed after considering various materials for suitability as to strength, availability, and production processes. Fiberglass and aluminum were the major materials considered. A design utilizing both materials was developed. Drawn aluminum tubes are used for eight of the telescopic mast sections. Fiberglass is used for the lowest mast section which serves as the case. The case cap is also fiberglass along with three guy spools which nest in the cap. Guys are dacron. A special spring mechanism which locks the extended mast sections was developed. Author

Author(s):
Smith, Lewis V.
Author Organization(s):
AMERICAN MACHINE AND FOUNDRY CO STAMFORD CONN
Descriptive Note:
Quarterly rept. no. 1, 1 July-30 Dec 63,
Annotation:
Lightweight aluminum and fiberglass telescopic antenna mast.
Pagination:
0025

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
SCL4549
Contract/Grant Number(s):
DA36 039AMC03309E
Project Number(s):
3B24 01 003
 Subject Terms
Communities of Interest:
No COI(s) Identified
Descriptor(s):
WEIGHT, ALUMINUM, DACRON, WIRE, WIND
Report Date:
1963 Sep 30