Requirements on Lubrication Oil from the View of a Helicopter Manufacturer,

Abstract

Experience with known oil types, used in helicopters for transmissions, engines, hydraulics and brakes has shown that 3 main characteristics if available, would improve drastically the performance of the aircraft. These 3 main characteristics are: The same type of oil should be usable for all the above mentioned systems. The oil brands, produced according to a common specification, but by different manufacturers, should be mixable without restrictions; and Some features of the oil, which are specially important for helicopter operations, should be improved.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 01, 1986
Accession Number
ADP005060

Entities

People

  • Joachim Hartmann
  • Wolfgang Jonda

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aircrafts
  • Helicopters
  • Hydraulics
  • Lubrication
  • Rotary Wing Aircraft
  • Specifications
  • Vehicles

Readers

  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Petroleum Engineering
  • Systems Analysis and Design