M60 Clean Air Winter Test
Abstract
Two air induction systems on the M6O series tank were evaluated in falling snow. One tank used the standard air cleaner blower motor system (ACBM) while the other tank incorporated the Vehicle Exhaust Dust Ejector System (VEDES). None of the air filter elements on either tank became clogged with snow during the test. The check valves froze shut on the VEDES tank, while the ACBM became frozen with slush. The precleaner plugs on both tanks became packed with snow often. The tests were performed by personnel at the Keweenaw Research Center (KRC) in cooperation with personnel from General Dynamics Land Systems Division (GDLSD). The Keweenaw Research Center is a research agency of Michigan Technological University. It operates from the Keweenaw Field Station located on the Keweenaw Peninsula about 500 miles northwest of Detroit, Michigan. The field station offers a unique combination of terrain features, vegetation, lakes, access to an airport, and climatic variations. The long snow season also facilitates access to arctic-like conditions that can be reached easily from almost any part of the country.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 01, 1983
- Accession Number
- ADA395763
Entities
People
- Mark D. Osborne
Organizations
- Michigan Technological University