COMPARISON STUDY OF LIQUID OXYGEN (LOX) SUPPLY SYSTEM TO AN ELECTROCHEMICAL OXYGEN SUPPLY SYSTEM

Abstract

The current operational LOX system cost and a newly proposed LOX system cost are compared in the light of procurement, transportation, and operation expenses. The comparison also covers non-cost elements, such as ease of erection, uniform fuel used, fire hazards, etc. An electrochemical oxygen concentrator system is also described, showing a tangible and intangible cost projection on a squadron level of operation. The procurement and installation costs of aircraft on-board equipment is not considered in any systems. The final section compares both LOX systems with the concentrator system; cost, equipment, and intangible items are estimated to show the savings per squadron that can be realized with the concentrator system in a 90-day period.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1967
Accession Number
AD0813570

Entities

People

  • A. J. Adduci

Organizations

  • Flight Dynamics Laboratory

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Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Commerce
  • Export Controls
  • Fire Hazards
  • Fuels
  • Governments
  • Ground Support Equipment
  • Liquid Oxygen
  • Liquid Propellants
  • Liquids
  • Maintenance
  • Materials
  • Materials Laboratories
  • Procurement
  • Storage Tanks
  • Task Forces
  • Vehicle Equipment

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