Deadload Calibration Program of CVN 68 Catapult Configuration.

Abstract

This report describes a deadload calibration program conducted at the Naval Air Test Facility with the TC13 Mod 1 catapult in the final CVN 68 configuration. During the program, the standard CVN 68 catapult configuration was tested and then various catabpult control parameters were varied during tests in order to clarify the operational limits of the CVN 68 catapult configuration. Tests were conducted with deadloads weighing from 10,500 to 84,500 pounds. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 09, 1977
Accession Number
ADA042225

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  • Edward J. Yesunas

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  • Human Systems

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  • Accumulators
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