Spring Overriding Aircraft Clutch

Abstract

The purpose of this program was to investigate the performance of high-speed overriding spring clutch assemblies for use in a multiengine helicopter application. The design operating conditions were 3,570 inch-pounds torque transmitted at 26,500 rpm. Two clutch configurations were evaluated. An extensive test program was conducted as follows: Full-speed dynamic clutch override test; differential speed dynamic clutch override test; dynamic engagement test; static cyclic torque fatigue test; and static overload test.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 1973
Accession Number
AD0766309

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  • A. G. Meyer
  • P. Lynwander
  • S. Chachakis

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  • Air Platforms
  • Energy and Power Technologies
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  • Bearing Races
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