XB-46 Aircraft, Serial number 45-59582, Pneumatic System and Components Tests and Inspection
Abstract
Low temperature operational difficulties in the XB-46 pneumatic system and malfunctioning of the system components due to corrosion made necessary the tests reported herein. Cold temperature functioning tests were conducted at the Air Proving Ground and the conclusions and recommendations are contained in this report. Gunfire tests, to determine the vulnerability of the air storage containers, and corrosion inspection were conducted by the Aircraft Laboratory at the Wright Air Development Center and the results indicated that the use of tubular structural members as air storage containers is desirable, and components designed for pneumatic systems, along with dehydrators, will reduce the corrosion and freezing of accumulated moisture problems, to allow satisfactory operation of the system.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1952
- Accession Number
- ADA075996
Entities
People
- Ralph L. Vich
Organizations
- Wright Laboratory