Conventional and probabilistic fatigue life prediction methodologies relevant to the P-3C aircraft.
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Kousky, Todd R.
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Wu, Edward M.
Lindsey, Gerald H.
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1997-03
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Monterey, California. Naval Postgraduate School
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en_US
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This thesis investigates conventional and probabilistic methodologies for predicting the fatigue life of critical components in the P-3C aircraft. A probabilistic damage convolution model was developed with the intent of providing quantitative predictions of life-variability. Traditional methodologies, which are based nominally on median values, lack the capacity to adequately assess variability. Aluminum 7075-T6 was tested using a fatigue Material Test System. A fatigue data base was compiled from tests conducted at the Naval Postgraduate School and from literature sources
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x, 67 p.;28 cm.
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Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.