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Brower, J. R.

Publications and source records attributed to Brower, J. R..

2 records

NASA NTRS1980

"Grinding" cavities in polyurethane foam

Grinding tool installed on conventional milling machine cuts precise cavities in foam blocks. Method is well suited for prototype or midsize production runs and can be adapted to computer control for mass production. Method saves time and materials compared to bonding or hot wire techniques.

Brower, J. R.↗

NASA NTRS1969

Automatic leveling and equalizing hoist device

Hoist uses six equally spaced support points with the load equalized between pairs to prevent over-stressing of any one point of support. The pickup point is automatically shifted through a motor driven feedback system to level the load throughout the lifting period.

Brower, J. R.↗