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Break-up of metal tube makes one-time shock absorber, bars reboundA frangible metal tube has the capability to dissipate the energy generated when a vehicle lands with excessive velocity. The tube is so placed that, at impact, it is forced against a die and, as it fragments, energy is absorbed.
Document ID
19630000048
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other - NASA Tech Brief
Authors
Hathaway, M.
Mc Gehee, J. R.
Zavada, E.
Date Acquired
August 1, 2013
Publication Date
February 1, 1964
Subject Category
Mechanics
Report/Patent Number
LAR-1A
Report Number: LAR-1A
Accession Number
63B10304
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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