Qualification Testing of the CNU-502/E Container for the BSU-93/B retarders (FINS)

Abstract

The objective of this test series is to qualify the CNU-502/E container for production release by ASD/YJA. The CNU-502/E is a reusable, welded aluminum, controlled breathing style container with a removable cover. The container is designed to hold up to six BSU-93/B, air inflatable retarders (fins). The fins are aligned vertically with the fins up and the fin wiring orientated towards the container sidewalls for servicing. As tested, the two prototype cover cushions used polypropylene load spreaders to constrain the aft end of the fin to prevent fin rotation during shipment. The forward end of the fin fits over polyethylene disks mounted to the polyethylene bottom cushion to constrain and provide vertical alignment. The qualification test series is derived from MIL-STD-648A, FED-STD-101C, Eglin (18894) Specification No. SP919450, and consists of -25 deg F free fall drops, sinusoidal vibrations, structural strength, and leak tests. The test series was performed at the Air Force Packaging Evaluation Activity, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio.

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Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 14, 1992
Accession Number
ADA247623

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