Diesel Smoke Meters for Army Use.
Abstract
A study was performed to determine the suitability of existing diesel smoke measuring equipment and techniques for Army use in a program of diesel smoke abatement. Most commercial equipment and virtually all known techniques were considered in view of possible enforcement, maintenance, or training applications. Attempts were made also to critically evaluate the particular nature of the Army smoke problem so that recommendations could be presented in a realistic perspective. This report gives a detailed summary of the results of this study. Smoke measuring techniques and available commercial equipment are reviewed, and technical criticisms are given. Previous overall studies of the technical aspects of smoke measurement also are reviewed and compared. Existing smoke abatement programs, including Federal and State, and their associated inspection procedures are examined, and attempts at their technical and practical evaluation are presented. The Army smoke problem is examined by reviewing the available technical studies of the problem and by considering information obtained from various knowledgeable individuals through interviews. Several novel techniques for the measurement of diesel smoke are suggested for consideration.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Nov 01, 1976
- Accession Number
- ADA035210
Entities
People
- Dennis W. Mcguire
Organizations
- Harry Diamond Laboratories