Intermodal Storage and Transport Frame-2 (ISTF-2), MIL-STD-1660, Design Criteria for Ammunition Unit Loads Testing
Abstract
The U.S. Army Defense Ammunition Center (DAC), Validation Engineering Division (SJMAC-DEV) was tasked by the Transportation Engineering Division, (SJMAC-DET) to conduct testing on the Intermodal Storage and Transport Frame-2 (ISTF-2), manufactured by Mobile Shelter Systems, Inc. The ISTF-2 was evaluated by the testing procedures set forth in MIL-STD-1660. Stacking, vibration, edgewise rotational drop, cornerwise rotational drop, incline impact, sling compatibility, forklifting, and disassembly testing were conducted on the ISTF-2 units. The ISTF-2 units remained intact and were capable of safely handling ammunition after completion of testing. The ISTF-2 units successfully completed the test requirements of MIL-STD-1660. However, the interlock devices are not approved for ammunition transport and storage. Additionally, evaluation testing was conducted on the interlock devices. As tested, the interlock devices satisfactorily completed the testing. The ISTF-2 units did not satisfactorily complete testing when connected. However, the testing was conducted for evaluation purposes only. Therefore, the interlock devices are not approved for ammunition storage and transport.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2004
- Accession Number
- ADA428219
Entities
People
- Philip W. Barickman
Organizations
- Defense Ammunition Center