Document ID:	MIL-STD-3033       Scroll down to access document images

Overview

Title:  Particle/Sand Erosion Testing of Rotor Blade Protective Materials Scope:  This standard describes a test method for testing the materials used as erosion protective systems of helicopter rotor blades for resistance to solid particle/sand erosion. These materials can be but are not limited to elastomers, other polymers (including reinforced plastics and composites), metals (including metal matrix composites), ceramics and coatings. Status:  Active Document Date:  21-MAR-2025         Next Review Due:  20-MAR-2030 FSC/Area:  1615 Doc Category:   Military Standard -Test Method Standard

Responsibilities

Lead Standardization Activity:  AV  Combat Capabilities Development Command, Aviation and Missile Center     Preparing Activity: MR  Army Research Laboratory, Weapons and Materials Research Directorate Coordination:  Full   Army Custodian:  MR   Army Research Laboratory, Weapons and Materials Research Directorate   Navy Custodian:  AS   Naval Air Systems Command   Air Force Custodian:  11   Air Force Life Cycle Management Center - Aircraft Systems

Changes to military standards or handbooks issued after August 1, 2003 are incorporated in the modified document.

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