TEST OF T-BAR POLYESTER SPRAY SYSTEM FOR PREPARATION OF LANDING SITES.
Abstract
In frontline areas, landing sites must be constructed rapidly. They must be prepared so that dirt and other foreign objects in the vicinity of the aircraft will not become airborne and obstruct the pilot's view or be ingested by the aircraft engine. In this investigation of site construction, a T-bar spray system for spraying polyester resins was tested to ascertain its efficiency for rapid preparation of sites. The test results show that the T-bar spray system is a rapid and efficient means of applying large quantities of polyester resin and can be used in the preparation of helicopter sites and for aircraft parking areas. The system proved its usability as a load bearing surface by supporting a sedan-type automobile, a truck, and an HH-43 helicopter. Tests were not performed to show the usability of the site for V/STOL aircraft as none were available at the time. It is recommended that the T-bar spray system be investigated further and that several modifications be made, such as a reduction of pumping pressure and an increase of pumping rate. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 01, 1967
- Accession Number
- AD0815024
Entities
People
- Edward C. Page
- M. W. Moore
Organizations
- Air Force Research Laboratory