Aerospace Technology: Technical Data and Information on Foreign Test Facilities
Abstract
We reviewed investment in foreign aerospace vehicle research and technological development efforts. This report provides technical data and information on foreign aerospace test facilities (wind tunnels and air-breathing propulsion test cells) and their capabilities. This report is the first in a planned series of reports on aerospace investment in foreign countries. Appendix I includes an explanation of the facility data sheets (a summary of each individual facility's performance characteristics and cost information, as well as narrative statements describing the facility's technical capabilities and research or test programs currently being conducted); a description of wind tunnels or air-breathing propulsion test cells; a quick reference to facilities by country; and our objectives scope, and methodology. Appendix II provides a definition and explanation of each data element used in this report. Appendixes III through X contain individual facility data sheets by country and photographs, schematic drawings, and/or schematic diagrams of the facility's layout, where available. Appendix XI contains a list of facility installation addresses. A glossary of technical terms appears at the end of this report.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 22, 1990
- Accession Number
- ADA223805
Entities
Organizations
- United States Government Accountability Office