Pilot Field Demonstration of Alternative Fuels in Force Projection Petroleum and Water Distribution Equipment
Abstract
To evaluate the potential impact of Army wide use of a volumetric 50/50 blend of JP-8 and Fischer Tropsch derived synthetic paraffinic kerosene (FT-SPK), three petroleum and water distribution systems were identified for compatibility testing by the U.S. Army Tank Automotive Research Development and Engineering Center (TARDEC). They included two Force Projection Technology (FPT) diesel driven pumping assemblies of 350 and 600 gallons per minute (GPM), and the Advanced Aviation Forward Area Refueling System (AAFARS). The 350 and 600 GPM units were tested by recirculating water in a 20,000 gallon collapsible tank, while the AAFARS system was evaluated recirculating the FT-SPK/JP-8 fuel blend throughout the entire AAFARS modular fuel distribution system. Both were evaluated in a 400 hr test cycle at rated conditions, and both were operated successfully on the FT-SPK/JP-8 fuel blend, without experiencing any engine related performance issues or material compatibility problems.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 04, 2014
- Accession Number
- AD1007446
Entities
People
- Adam C. Brandt
- Edwin A. Frame
- Peter J. Wostarek
- Robert R. Warden
Organizations
- United States Army Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center