| Autor: |
John M. Metcalf, Ralph E. Roberts, Stanley D. Bridgeman |
| Rok vydání: |
1968 |
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| DOI: |
10.21236/ad0838176 |
| Popis: |
This report investigates available methods of protection of aircraft fluid systems from ballistic damage. Primary emphasis was placed upon the protection of aircraft fuel tanks through the use of self-sealing fuel tank materials. A number of protection materials were selected and subjected to gunfire testing with .30 and .50 cal. projectiles. Significant conclusion were that internal tank pressures reduce probability of sealing; hydraulic ram pressure induces significant structural damage, thereby reducing probability of sealing exit wounds; and petaling of skins in intimate contact with tank material had little for no effect on sealing of entrance wounds. |
| Databáze: |
OpenAIRE |
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