ENERGY DEPOT CRYOGENIC FUEL STORAGE AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM. PHASE I-- CONCEPTUAL DESIGN STUDY. Quarterly Progress Report No. 3, October-December 1963

Abstract

This third quarterly technical report, prepared under USAEC Contract No. AT(30-1)-3129, covers the work performed during the period October to December, 1963. The following is a brief summary of the program status. Work Package I.-Vessel Conceptual Design Study This effort was completed during the first reporting quarter. Work Package II.-Materials Study Welding procedures have been established and physical testing of weldments is nearing completion for the series of high strength steel and aluminum alloys considered to be promising for lightweight liquid hydrogen vessels. Work Package HI.-Boiler-Plate 50-Gallon Vessel Test The test vessel has been fabricated and the developmental testing is nearing completion. Work Package IV.-Lightweight 50-Gallon Vessel Test The design of the lightweight vessel is completed. Sufficient materials and components have been received that vessel fabrication can be started. Work Package V.-Conceptual Design of the Storage and Distribution System This effort was initiated during this quarter. The conceptual design of the integrated fuel storage and distribution system has been established.