Development of Improved SH-3 Helicopter Seat Cushions

Abstract

The proposed replacement seat cushions are made of closed cell foam and are painted with a flexible coating. Both the seat cushion and back cushion have ridges cut in the foam, and are covered with an open weave space fabric to improve air circulation. Test indicate that these cushions provide considerable improvement in comfort, reduction of maintenance and cost.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 17, 1981
Accession Number
ADA103484

Entities

People

  • Dan Lorch

Organizations

  • Naval Air Warfare Center Warminster

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Space
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aircrafts
  • Army Aviation
  • Cell Structure
  • Cells
  • Chemical Warfare Agents
  • Coast Guard
  • Corporations
  • Engineering
  • Fluids
  • Helicopters
  • Hydraulic Fluids
  • Life Preservers
  • Maintenance
  • Maintenance Costs
  • Materials
  • Naval Air Stations
  • Tensile Strength

Readers

  • Aviation Science / Aeronautics.
  • Fire Suppression Systems Design.
  • Software Engineering

Technology Areas

  • Space