autofrettage

Standard

ECSS-E-ST-32-02C Rev. 1

Definition

vessel sizing operation where pressure driven deflection is used to plastically yield the metal liner into the overlying composite in order to induce initial compressive stress states in the metal liner

Notes

  • NOTE Autofrettage is considered to be part of the manufacturing process and is conducted prior to acceptance test.
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