Advanced Rotorcraft Transmission program summaryThe current status of the Advanced Rotorcraft Transmission (ART) program is reviewed. The discussion includes a general configuration and face gear description, weight analysis, stress analysis, reliability analysis, acoustic analysis, face gear testing, and planned torque split testing. Design descriptions include the face gear webs sized for equal stiffness, a positive engagement clutch, the lubrication system, and a high contact ratio planetary. Test results for five gear materials and three housing materials are presented.
Document ID
19920066312
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Bossler, Robert B., Jr. (Lucas Western, Inc. Applied Technology Div., City of Industry, CA, United States)
Heath, Gregory F. (McDonnell Douglas Helicopter Co. Mesa, AZ, United States)