Publication Date:
2016-06-07
Description:
The use of the F-104 Interceptor for low gravity materials processing experiments is extended to include alloy solidification studies above 1000 C. The F-104 can provide up to 60 seconds of low gravity, but requires a unique experiment package for integration into the aircraft, both physically and electronically. The current research with the F-104 experimental furnace system which has been used to process cast iron samples is described. Results demonstrate the capability of the facility and its operation.
Keywords:
ASTRONAUTICS (GENERAL)
Type:
2nd Symp. on Space Industrialization; p 362-367
Format:
application/pdf
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