Project Vulcan Research and Development.
Abstract
The following projects and studies are discussed: (1) Torque reduction: needle bearing roller shafts, MIL-L-46000 oil with 20% Teflon 5, rear track spacers; (2) Boresighting and target studies: data on production guns, accuracy determination at 3000-in. range, results of push-pull configuration for phase 2A and 2B, effective length of barrels; (3) Gun components: front track bolts, bolt body insulation, bolt shaft modification, music wire firing pins, radial muzzle clamp lock; (4) firing records; and (5) Appendix: (New cam design). (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 31, 1961
- Accession Number
- AD0267884
Entities
People
- R.h. Barrett
Organizations
- General Electric