Static Confirmation Tests - LGM-30G (Minuteman III)

Abstract

This document provides the final test report for the Structural Static Confirmation Tests of integrated structural components of the Minuteman LGM 30G missile. The primary purposes of the test program were to: (1) confirm structural compatibility of integrated structure, (2) determine ultimate load capability, (3) obtain load deflection characteristics. Static tests were conducted on integrated Stage III/PBV R and D and Operational stackups and Stage II Fwd/ II-III Interstage/Stage III stackup. Various critical combinations of external and internal pressure, axial load, moment, shear and heat were applied to the structure simulating the silo launch condition and powered flight conditions.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 07, 1969
Accession Number
AD0854544

Entities

People

  • Gary D. Wonacott
  • James E. Tancreto
  • John Claus
  • Wayne L. Salus

Organizations

  • Boeing

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Advanced Electronics
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Axial Loads
  • Deflection
  • Geometry
  • Instrumentation
  • Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles
  • Internal Pressure
  • Laser Peening
  • Load Cells
  • Load Distribution
  • Measurement
  • Plastic Explosives
  • Sheets
  • Static Tests
  • Stiffness
  • Strain Gages
  • Unmanned Vehicles
  • Wind Shear

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