Analysis of Heat Effects on Marine Corps AM2 Mat Mechanical Properties.

Authors :: Vega, V.
Nguyen Huynh, U.
Holmes, J.
DeChellis, J.
Stoyanov, P.
Piatkowski, D.
Lee, E.
Ogren, J.
Drusina, N.
Es-Said, O.
Source :: Journal of Materials Engineering & Performance; Mar2011, Vol. 20 Issue 2, p257-264, 8p
Publication Year :: 2011
Abstract: Navy AM2 mats are used as portable aircraft landing platforms for the Short Take-off/Vertical Landing (STOVL) aircraft operations. This investigation presents the study performed to determine whether the surface discoloration is a precursor to degradation in the mechanical property of the AM2 mat material. The red discoloration on the mat surfaces had a clear correlation with the decrease in yield strength, ultimate strength, and hardness properties. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]