High Energy X-Ray Study

Abstract

This study program investigated the feasibility, and developed a conceptual design, for an analytical/diagnostic X-ray system. This system would be used in existing AEDC test cells and would provide a capability to internally examine turbine engines and solid propellant rocket motors while operating under simulated altitude conditions. Diagnostic X-ray capabilities in each Test cell - - J-1/J-2, C-1/C-2, and J-5 -- were studied, and recommendations made. The participating contractors each developed conceptual plans for recommended equipment including the X-ray source, film detector, and positioning components. In addition, test cell environment, portability/survivability, cell modifications, personnel safety/radiation shielding and equipment standardization were studied, and recommendations were made.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 1980
Accession Number
ADA086279

Entities

People

  • Malcolm K. Lewis

Organizations

  • Pratt & Whitney

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Biomedical
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Accuracy
  • Cameras
  • Cells
  • Chambers
  • Contracts
  • Gamma Rays
  • Ionization Chambers
  • Linear Accelerators
  • Measurement
  • Medical Personnel
  • Propellants
  • Rocket Engines
  • Test Facilities
  • Three Dimensional
  • Turbines
  • Warning Systems
  • X Rays

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Aerospace Test and Evaluation
  • Solar Physics