TIRE WEAR INDEX TEST T-38 20X4.4/12 PR (SPRING OF 1968 - WILLIAMS AFB).

Abstract

The report discusses the results of the first 20x4.4/12 PR tire index test. A short background about the developments of the life-cycle-procurement technique with relation to Air Force time procurement is discussed. The test plan is outlined. A complete wear analysis of the test results is given in table form. The 'average landing damping curve' is a visual reference to the number of tires required for a valid sample size. The method used to compute the 'landing index' is discussed. Its relationship to tire cost is shown in graph form. The hot-weather capabilities of the tires were determined. It is concluded that the life-cycle costing procurement technique has inspired the tire companies to develop increased performance tires, and has afforded the Air Force an avenue of approach to procure the best tire for the lowest possible cost. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1968
Accession Number
AD0682360

Entities

People

  • David W. Fleeger

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Cycles
  • Life Cycles
  • Procurement

Readers

  • Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
  • Theoretical Analysis.
  • Tribology (the study of the boundary interaction between sliding surfaces, lubrication, wear and friction).