Cost Analysis of a Helicopter Transmission and Drive Train.

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Abstract:

A cost analysis was conducted on a transmission and drive train system from a single-engine helicopter with an imput of 1134 hp at 6600 rpm. Main rotor speed was 325 rpm. Details and subassemblies of this system were identified using the Army Technical Manual. Prices of spare parts were obtained from the Army Master Data File AMDF. Irregularity in the prices found showed that it was impossible to identify specific cost drivers or to develop any valide cost baseline or to obtain valid comparative detail costs using this data base. In view of this situation, plans to analyze a second sytem were abandoned. A detailed review of the data obtained strongly indicated that gears, forgings, and castings are the cost drivers in this system. Since all such systems employ components of similar nature and function, this indication is applicable to other transmission systems and should therefore be useful as an aid in directing cost-reduction efforts. Manufacturing approaches by which costs on such parts may be reduced are suggested. Author

Author(s):
Mulliken, Richard F.
Author Organization(s):
ARMY AVIATION RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT COMMAND ST LOUIS MO
Descriptive Note:
Technical memo.,
Pagination:
0046

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
USAAVRADCOM-TM-80-D-2
Task Number(s):
00
Project Number(s):
1L162209AH76
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_5.3.1_Analyze Problem; JCA_1.2.1_Training; JCA_5.3.2_Apply Situational Understanding; JCA_1.2.5_Lessons Learned; JCA_4.2_Supply; JCA_4.2.3_Manage Global Supplier Networks
Communities of Interest:
No COI(s) Identified
Descriptor(s):
*COST ANALYSIS, *HELICOPTERS, *DRIVES, *TRANSMISSIONS(MECHANICAL), COSTS, ENGINEERING DRAWINGS, GEARS, MECHANICAL COMPONENTS, TAIL ROTORS
Field(s)/Group(s):
Helicopters, Machinery and Tools
Keyword(s):
*Drive trains, PE62209A, ASH76, WU248
Report Date:
1979 Nov 01