| Corrosion Suppression Technologies and Techniques |
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Advertisement: The assessment team therefore identified several alternative cleaning options. The researchers stressed the need for increasing water purification efforts and identified wash rack capabilities. In addition, they suggested methods for drycleaning interior recesses with vacuums, soft bristle brushes, and other approved cleaning devices. The researchers also suggested rotating the equipment to in-country bases with adequate corrosion control facilities. The AFCPCO team is now in the process of modifying current technical orders to improve corrosion and erosion prevention efforts in desert environments. The team intends to use its assessment results to ensure that the AF has the best available materials and costeffective methods for improving the corrosion protection of systems and materials while maintaining environmental compliance. To date, the AFCPCO has already provided SWAdeployed units with effective sealants, sealing tapes, electrical protection, and gel-type gasket materials. All of these on-the-spot solutions have successfully addressed critical equipment operation challenges, thus reestablishing their effectiveness in the desert environment. Ms. Kimberly T. Andrews, Mr. David Ellicks, Mr. Frederick Johnson, and Mr. Timothy Anderl (General Dynamics), of the Air Force Research Laboratory’s Materials and Manufacturing Directorate, wrote this article. For more information visit http://www.afrl.af.mil/techconn_index.asp. Reference document ML-H-05-31. Reference 1 Anderl, T. and Bullock, D. “Air Force Corrosion Prevention and Control Office.” AFRL Technology Horizons®, vol 5, no 1 (Feb 04): 50-51. http://www.afrlhorizons.com/ Briefs/Feb04/ML0302.html. |
