ISSN: 1945-7553
CODEN: JTEVAB
Published Online: 5 December 2005
Page Count: 2

Some Issues Related to the Selection of Polymers for Aerospace Oxygen Systems

Hirsch, D
Aerospace Engineering Manager, Honeywell Technology Solutions Inc., NASA Johnson Space Center White Sands Test Facility, Las Cruces, NM

Beeson, H
Special Projects Manager, NASA Johnson Space Center White Sands Test Facility, Las Cruces, NM

(Received 20 October 2004; accepted 3 August 2005)

Abstract

Materials intended for use in aerospace oxygen systems are commonly screened for oxygen compatibility following NASA STD 6001. This standard allows qualification of materials based on results provided by only one test method. Potential issues related to this practice are reviewed and recommendations are proposed that would lead to improved aerospace oxygen systems safety.

Keywords:
oxygen systems, polymers, safety, ignition, flammability, aerospace materials

Paper ID: JTE12744
DOI: 10.1520/JTE12744
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