Evaluation of Various Sizes and Configurations of Fuel Tanks

Abstract

Eighteen tanks with a 30-inch x 30-inch base dimension and heights of 48 and 60 inches of qualified crashworthy constructions were impacted from 65 feet. Nine of these failed adjacent to fittings on side panels. All tanks without side fittings passed the impact test regardless of constructions used and with average densities varying from 1.11 to 1.75. Indicated pressures were in the 130-150 psi range for two tanks of Firestone 1550-1 construction and 170- 200 psi for a reinforced, heavier revision of this construction.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 1973
Accession Number
AD0777801

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  • D. L. Byerley

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DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Construction
  • Containers
  • Fuel Tanks
  • Impact Tests
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Test Methods

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  • Explosive Engineering.
  • Materials Science