Experiences with known oil types, used in helicopters for transmissions, engines, hydraulics and brakes has shown, that 3 main characteristics if available, would improve drastically the performance of the aircraft. These 3 main characteristics are: The same type of oil should be usable for all the above mentioned systems. The oils brands, produced according to a common specification, but by different manufacturers, should be mixable without restrictions. Some features of the oil, which are specially important for helicopter operations, should be improved.
Requirements on lubrication oil from the view of a helicopter manufacturer
Anforderungen an ein Schmieroel aus der Sicht eines Helikopterherstellers
1985
6 Seiten, 2 Tabellen
Aufsatz (Konferenz)
Englisch