Engineering topics

Anders, Jeffrey E.

Publications and source records attributed to Anders, Jeffrey E..

5 records

NASA NTRS1995

Computed Tomography Measuring Inside Machines

Computed tomography applied to obtain approximate measurements of radial distances from centerline of turbopump to leading edges of diffuser vanes in turbopump. Use of computed tomography has significance beyond turbopump application: example of general concept of measuring internal dimensions of assembly of parts without having to perform time-consuming task of taking assembly apart and measuring internal parts on coordinate-measuring machine.

Wozniak, James F.↗

NASA NTRS1991

Flexible Interior-Impression-Molding Tray

Device used inside combustion chamber of complicated shape for nondestructive evaluation of qualities of welds, including such features as offset, warping, misalignment of parts, and dropthrough. Includes flexible polypropylene tray trimmed to fit desired interior surface contour. Two neodymium boron magnets and inflatable bladder attached to tray. Tray and putty inserted in cavity to make mold of interior surface.

Anders, Jeffrey E.↗

NASA NTRS1990

Impact Wire Dislodges Obstructions

Snakelike tool loosens trapped debris obstructing narrow passages in normally inaccessible locations. Flexible tool threaded into obstructed channel, much like common plumbing snake. Wire fed along inner tube of tool until tip reaches obstruction. Delivers impact from impact tool to obstruction. Designed for use in narrow, intricate coolant channels of rocket engine. Lends itself readily to modification for use in engine blocks, heat exchangers, general plumbing, and like.

Ricklefs, Steven K.↗

NASA NTRS1990

Positioning X-Ray Film With String And Magnets

Technique devised to position x-ray film in normally inaccessible places for inspection of welded joints. Lead/magnet markers and string attached to ends of strips of x-ray film to facilitate positioning. Fewer shots required than in random trial-and-error sequence, and resulting images more accurate.

Larosa, William D.↗

NASA NTRS1989

Plug Would Collimate X Rays

Device creates narrow, well-defined beam for radiographic measurements of thickness. Cylindrical plug collimates and aligns X rays with respect to through holes in parts. Helps in determination of wall thickness by radiography. Lead absorbs X rays that do not pass axially through central hole. Lead/vinyl seals prevent off-axis rays from passing along periphery of plug.

Anders, Jeffrey E.↗