Aircraft Fuel Cell Repair Equipment (AFCRE)

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Abstract:

PROBLEM Aircraft fuel cell repair time is quite lengthy due to dated troubleshooting tools, sealant cure time and repair validation. PROPOSED SOLUTION Use helium gas to troubleshoot leaks and validate repairs. Use new technology to remove and cure sealant.

Author(s):
Yerger, John M.
Author Organization(s):
AIR MOBILITY WARFARE CENTER FORT DIX NJ AIR MOBILITY BATTLELAB
Descriptive Note:
Rept. for Sep 2005-Aug 2006
Supplementary Note:
DOI: 10.21236/ADA460061
Pagination:
0011

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
AMB-05-005
Monitor Series:
AMWC/WCB
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_4.3_Maintain; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_3.1.2_Maneuver to Insert; JCA_3.1_Maneuver; JCA_1.2.1_Training; JCA_6.3.3_Spectrum Management; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_8_Building Partnerships
Communities of Interest:
Air Platforms
Descriptor(s):
*REPAIR, *FUEL CELLS, VALIDATION, LEAKAGE(FLUID), FUEL TANKS, AIRCRAFT EQUIPMENT, SEALING COMPOUNDS, TROUBLESHOOTING, FUEL SEALS, CURING, HELIUM, AVIATION FUELS, QUALITY CONTROL, GASES
Field(s)/Group(s):
Aircraft, Fuels
Keyword(s):
*AIRCRAFT FUEL CELLS, AFTER INITIATIVE REPORTS, CURE SEALANTS, RCD(RAPID CURING DEVICE)
Report Date:
2006 Aug 09
Creation Date:
2007 Jan 31