This report characterizes and evaluates the integrity of protective coatings used on DS2 containers and isolate the origin of the corrosion observed on the containers. Three different size containers were examined. It was determined by optical microscopy and visual examination that the corrosion was initiated from exterior surfaces, particularly in recesses, weld seams, and other areas which trapped moisture. Optical and electron microscopy was performed on cross-sectional specimens of the ...
The Navy Pacific Missile Test Center (PMTC) requested that the U.S. Army Materials Technology Laboratory (MTL) perform a series of metallurgical tests on 16 components of the BSU-86/B bomb fin assembly. The parts were characterized in accordance with applicable standards and contractual requirements as part of a First Article Inspection to confirm and verify specific fabrication operations performed by the manufacturer. The intent of the First Article Inspection is to ...
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