Feasibility of Composite Material Applied to Tracked and Wheeled Vehicles.

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Abstract:

The purpose of this contract is to determine the feasibility of applying fiber reinforced composite materials to tracked and wheeled Army vehicle components. Seven components are included in the study. Several design concepts are shown together with load and stress analysis. Material properties are given. The projected cost of a development program is presented for components for which composite materials were determined feasible. Also a quantity cost estimate is projected to determine the savings to fabricate different quantities. The components are summarized by a prioritized listing indicating cost, weight and performance compared to the baseline metal parts. Author

Author(s):
Levenetz, Boris ; Anderson, Rune N. ; Berg, K. R.
Author Organization(s):
RIGGS ENGINEERING CORP SAN DIEGO CA
Descriptive Note:
Final rept.,
Pagination:
0194

Security Markings

DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
AMMRC-TR-79-40
Contract/Grant Number(s):
DAAG46-78-C-0066
Project Number(s):
1L162105AH84
Monitor Series:
TR-79-40
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_4.6_Engineering; JCA_4.6.1_General Engineering; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_1.2.6_Concepts; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means
Modernization Areas:
Cyber; Fully Networked C3
Communities of Interest:
Weapons Technologies
Descriptor(s):
*FIBER REINFORCED COMPOSITES, *COMPOSITE STRUCTURES, *TRUCKS, *TANKS(COMBAT VEHICLES), MANUFACTURING, STRESS ANALYSIS, COMPOSITE MATERIALS, GRAPHITE, FEASIBILITY STUDIES, GLASS FIBERS, WHEELS, PARTS, ROLLERS, LINKAGES, WEIGHT REDUCTION, ROADWHEELS, TORSION BARS, DRIVE SPROCKETS, VEHICLE TRACKS
Field(s)/Group(s):
Laminates and Composite Materials, Surface Transportation and Equipment, Combat Vehicles
Keyword(s):
*M 60 tanks, 5 Ton trucks, Idler wheels, Kevlar, ASH84, PE62105A
Report Date:
1979 Jun 01