Engineering topics
Publications and source records attributed to Ballentine, T. J..
Method has been developed for fabrication of lightweight ducts that are three times stronger than aluminum ducts. Method can be used to produce either flexible or rigid ducts.
Results of experimental work to evaluate the degradation rate of a parasol that was used to alleviate thermal problems encountered soon after the launch of the Skylab 1 space vehicle are presented.
The selection of nonmetallic materials used in the Apollo space suits is discussed. The specialized test program to determine the flammability of selected space suit materials is described. Emphasis is placed on the equipment used to test and qualify the space suit materials and subassemblies for operation in the deep space environment.