Compatibility Study of the Interface between Helicopter External Transport of Cargo and Other Modes of Cargo Transport

Abstract

The objective of this effort was to identify problem areas and gaps in technology associated with cargo movement between helicopters and other modes of transport (land and water). An extensive literature search was made and Government agencies and test sites were visited to investigate: (1) The interface between helicopter lifting of cargo and cargo handling equipment and (2) The compatibility, in a combat environment, of cargo handling equipment currently being used with the UH-1, CH-47, and CH-54 and for future use with the HLH. The major interface problem areas that were identified relate to the lack of ground vehicles with materials handling equipment (MHE) capability for use in forward operational areas.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 1973
Accession Number
ADA047933

Entities

People

  • Max Krolikiewicz

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Ground and Sea Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Aircrafts
  • Bulk Cargo
  • Cargo Handling
  • Forward Areas
  • Freight Transportation
  • Ground Vehicles
  • Helicopters
  • Marine Transportation
  • Materials
  • Materials Handling
  • Materials Handling Equipment
  • Military Operations
  • Pallets
  • Recovery Vehicles
  • Surface Transportation
  • Transportation

Readers

  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
  • Systems Analysis and Design