Simulation testing of EC aluminum conductors used in aerospace applications

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The integrity of crimp terminated EC grade aluminum conductors was evaluated under simulated maximum aircraft operating conditions. In this study, conductor assembly voltage was monitored as a function of time at maximum rated, continuous current load and conductor surface temperature. A minor cyclic tensile stress was also applied during testing to further simulate “actual in use” operating conditions.

Description

The integrity of crimp terminated EC grade aluminum conductors was evaluated under simulated maximum aircraft operating conditions. In this study, conductor assembly voltage was monitored as a function of time at maximum rated, continuous current load and conductor surface temperature. A minor cyclic tensile stress was also applied during testing to further simulate “actual in use” operating conditions.

Additional information

Author(s)

T. Inagaki and J. Myers, Hudson Wire Co., USA

Publication/Event/Pages

Paper presented at WAI 53rd Annual Convention, Atlanta, GA USA

Year

1983