Heat Recoverable Coupling Use in Naval Shipboard Piping Systems

871386

07/01/1987

Event
Marine Rail Propulsion Technology Conference
Authors Abstract
Content
Heat Recoverable Couplings (HRCs) represents a growing technology that employs the “shape memory” characteristic of Nickel-Titanium alloys to join pipe, as opposed to traditional welding and brazing methods. The development of material properties and HRC designs has resulted in a product that exhibits exceptional performance in a marine environment. The Navy has endorsed this new fabrication method and as additional fitting designs are developed, shipboard applications are increased. The Navy developed, and continues to maintain, an HRC training and qualification program for shipyard installers to ensure a quality process. In addition, the Navy is currently researching areas of support and onboard repairs to offer the fleet a total system package.
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DOI
https://doi.org/10.4271/871386
Pages
8
Citation
Kovatchitch, P., "Heat Recoverable Coupling Use in Naval Shipboard Piping Systems," SAE Technical Paper 871386, 1987, https://doi.org/10.4271/871386.
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Published
Jul 1, 1987
Product Code
871386
Content Type
Technical Paper
Language
English