Hydrogen Handbook. A Compilation of Properties, Handling and Testing Procedures, Compatibility with Materials, and Behavior at Low Temperatures

Abstract

This report summarizes (1) our experience with and the available technical information on the development of two prototype valves, one for a cryogenic gas service and the other for a cryogenic liquid service (these valves are under development by Parker Aircraft Co. for a Government agency); (2) bibliographical information on the physical and mechanical properties of specific construction materials for a temperature range of -420 degree F to +200 degree F (these materials include some austenitic stainless steels and Teflon plastics); (3) the thermodynamic properties of helium, hydrogen, and nitrogen fluids with which the valves may be used or tested; (4) the hazards associated with the transportation and storage of hydrogen and with its use for testing the prototype valves for leakage across the seats; and (5) the sources and availability of hydrogen, and the Los Angeles regulations that apply to its transportation and use.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1960
Accession Number
AD0242285

Entities

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  • Arthur D. Little

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Communities of Interest

  • Advanced Electronics
  • Biomedical
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Human Systems
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Chemical Synthesis
  • Chemistry
  • Critical Temperature
  • Crystal Structure
  • Heat Energy
  • Latent Heat
  • Material Degradation Processes
  • Materials Laboratories
  • Materials Processing
  • Materials Science
  • Materials Testing
  • Mechanical Working
  • Mechanics
  • Modulus Of Elasticity
  • Phase Transformations
  • Thermal Conductivity
  • Transition Temperature

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  • Library and Information Science
  • Materials Science
  • Metallurgy