Dissemination of Solid and Liquid BW Agents
Abstract
Compaction characteristics of dry powders, and the behavior of powders in the compacted state are discussed. Purely theoretical studies are presented which agree with results of experimental investigations. Flow rate data are presented from tests in which the full-scale experimental feeder was used to feed powdered sugar, flour, and talc, with a rate of 91 lb/min being achieved with compacted talc. Experiments are described in which foamed plastic was used to encapsulate cylinders of compacted powder which were subsequently fed through the experimental feeder. A sufficiently strong package has not yet been obtained. Successful laboratory and field testing of the E-41 Spray Tank for dry agents is discussed. The structural test report and a preliminary report of the air-worthiness flight tests are presented. Laboratory functional tests are described. Plans for biological flight tests with both the E-41 and E-42 Spray Tanks at Dugway Proving Ground are discussed.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 04, 1963
- Accession Number
- AD0337635
Entities
People
- G. R. Whitnah