Migration of Apiezon C on Metal Substrates under the Influence of Temperature Gradients.
Abstract
An investigation of the surface migration of thin films of Apiezon C on metal substrates was undertaken. The study was initiated in order to determine the effect of temperature gradients on the distribution of lubricants in spacecraft mechanical assemblies. It was discovered that temperature gradients of 0.5C/cm led to almost complete oil-film migration toward the colder end after three days. A larger gradient of 2.0C/cm led to an approximately equivalent transfer after one day.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 15, 1975
- Accession Number
- ADA017476
Entities
People
- Alfred A. Fote
- Leon M. Dormant
- Seymour Feuerstein
Organizations
- The Aerospace Corporation