Profiles of Cracks in Bases of 155-mm M483A1, M692, and M731 Projectiles

Abstract

This report shows size, shape, depth, distribution, and orientation of cracks revealed in the forward surface of 36 rejected projectile bases. These bases had been intended for use on 155-mm M483A1, M692, and M731 projectiles.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1982
Accession Number
ADA114962

Entities

People

  • Henry Hartmann

Organizations

  • United States Army Armament Research, Development and Engineering Center

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DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Ammunition
  • Ammunition Fragments
  • Artillery Ammunition
  • Detectors
  • Eddy Currents
  • Fire Control Systems
  • Frequency
  • Inspection
  • Mathematics
  • Measurement
  • Munitions
  • Projectiles
  • Secondary Waves
  • Standards
  • Transducers
  • Ultrasonic Inspection
  • Weapons

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  • Materials Science (Mechanical Engineering).
  • Materials Science.
  • ballistics.