Dissemination of Solid and Liquid BW Agents
Abstract
This Eighth Quarterly Progress Report covers the work accomplished during the last reporting period on research and development related to the dissemination of BW agents. The progress in theoretical and experimental studies of the mechanics of dry powders is reported. This work continues to produce basic information which is being applied in the design and development of an airborne disseminator. Operation of the aerophilometer, with aerosols of dry powders, for the purpose of studying experimental techniques and determining operating parameters is discussed. This preliminary work is essential to carrying out the program on stability properties of aerosols. Data on the effects of compaction and additives on the viability of Sm powder are presented. The tests at Fort Detrick using the GMI-3 fixture and wind tunnel to generate aerosols in the 40-foot test sphere are described. Results with the full-scale experimental equipment for feeding and metering compacted dry powders are reported. The preliminary design of an airborne dry BW agent disseminating store is presented and described. Successful flight tests of the liquid BW agent disseminating store on an A4D-1 airplane are discussed.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 22, 1962
- Accession Number
- AD0332405
Entities
People
- G. R. Whitnah