Ground Test Evaluation of the Sikorsky Active Transmission Isolation System
Abstract
Active isolation of a full-scale CH-53A helicopter fuselage was successfully demonstrated during hangar shake tests. Overall reductions of approximately 70 percent in fuselage response to main rotor 6p excitations were achieved, while sensitivity to 1p in-plane excitation was increased by only 13 percent. These isolation levels were achieved with a design constrained by the geometry of the CH-53A fuselage. Analytical studies indicate that further reductions in vibratory response could be achieved if fuselage and isolation system design were integrated.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1971
- Accession Number
- AD0736347
Entities
People
- Paul B. Saltanis
- Paul W. Von Hardenberg
Organizations
- United Technologies Corporation