Torque tests of a full size model of the Alvin/AUTEC emergency sphere release
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https://hdl.handle.net/1912/642DOI
10.1575/1912/642Abstract
Laboratory torque tests were perfoirmed using an actual emergency sphere
release shaft of the type used in the research submarines ALVIN, SEA CLIFF and
TURTLE. A test fixture was constructed which permitted laboratory simulation
of the side (squeezing) forces applied to the release shaft came as a result of
forebody buoyancy. Estimated full-scale side forces were applied to the cam by
a laboratory compression testing machine, and the torque required to rotate the
shaft was measured. Tests were run with contacting surfaces (a) clean and dry,
(b) greased, and (c) immersed in sea water. From the test results, values of
release torque were calculated for the submarines in question. Coefficient of
friction values of the contrating materials (Monel K-500 on phosphor bronze)
also are reported.
Suggested Citation
Sharp, A. G., & Sullivan, J. R. (1970). Torque tests of a full size model of the Alvin/AUTEC emergency sphere release. Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. https://doi.org/10.1575/1912/642Related items
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