Analysis of Lightweight Materials for the AM2 System

Abstract

An analysis was performed on potential materials that could replace the 6061-T6 aluminum alloy currently used in the AM2 airfield matting for the purpose of light-weighting the design. An in-depth analysis was performed on metal and polymer matrix composites. However, neither groups of materials produced a suitable material based on operating conditions of the AM2. Newly developed extruded magnesium alloys were identified that could potentially provide weight savings of 30 to 40% while maintaining the current performance of the AM2. In addition, traditional high-strength aluminum alloys were identified that could provide substantial weight savings. However, manufacturing issues existed due to the high strength of these aluminum alloys. Finally, analysis was performed to determine the cost of manufacturing the AM2 using these alternate materials.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 2014
Accession Number
ADA602783

Entities

People

  • Lyan Garcia
  • Paul G Allison
  • Timothy W. Rushing

Organizations

  • Engineer Research and Development Center

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Advanced Electronics
  • Air Platforms
  • Biomedical
  • Counter WMD

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aluminum Alloys
  • Chemical Synthesis
  • Chemistry
  • Crystal Structure
  • Manufacturing
  • Material Degradation Processes
  • Materials
  • Materials Engineering
  • Materials Laboratories
  • Materials Processing
  • Materials Science
  • Materials Testing
  • Mechanical Properties
  • Mechanical Working
  • Mechanics
  • Modulus Of Elasticity
  • Polymer Matrix Composites

Fields of Study

  • Materials science

Readers

  • Life Cycle Cost Analysis
  • Metallurgy
  • Nanocomposite Materials Science