Large Segmented, Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic Rocket Motor Cases (TU-312 Rocket Motor Case).

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Abstract:

The primary objective of this Air Force manufacturing technology program was to develop manufacturing methods, controls, equipment, and processes for the fabrication of large 156 in. diameter segmented, fiberglass reinforced plastic, rocket motor cases. A pinned, steel reinforced, tongue-clevis segment joint was selected as optimum for the specified application. Prior to full scale final design and fabrication, an extensive development testing program was completed. The knowledge gained from this full scale effort led to an improved manufacturing technology development and verification program. Author

Author(s):
Walker, Thomas ; Hinchman, John R.
Author Organization(s):
MORTON THIOKOL INC BRIGHAM CITY UT WASATCH OPERATIONS
Descriptive Note:
Final technical rept. Apr 63-Feb 69,
Pagination:
1007

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release, Document Partially Illegible
Distribution Statement:
Availability: Microfiche Copies Only.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
TWR-3357, AFML-TR-69-107
Contract/Grant Number(s):
AF 33(657)-11303
Project Number(s):
AF-8-150
Monitor Series:
TR-69-107
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means
Communities of Interest:
Weapons Technologies
Descriptor(s):
*SOLID PROPELLANT ROCKET ENGINES, *SEGMENTED ROCKET ENGINES, *ROCKET ENGINE CASES, REINFORCED PLASTICS, MANUFACTURING, FILAMENT WOUND CONSTRUCTION, MANDRELS, AGING(MATERIALS), HYDROSTATICS, RUPTURE, DEFORMATION, MACHINE SHOP PRACTICE, DRILLING, GLASS TEXTILES, ASSEMBLY, MECHANICAL DRAWING, OPTIMIZATION, REINFORCING MATERIALS
Field(s)/Group(s):
Ceramics, Refractories and Glass, Refractory Fibers, Laminates and Composite Materials, Plastics, Rockets
Report Date:
1969 Apr 01