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NASA-LLIS-0494

Lessons Learned - Verification of Baseline Configuration before Modification, Upkeep of Maintenance and Operational Logs, Operation Condition Effects, Upkeep Documentation, Safety System Checks

active, Most Current
Organization: NASA
Publication Date: 5 May 1989
Status: active
Page Count: 2
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Description of Driving Event:

On January 25, 1984, the National Geotechnical Centrifuge, located at NASA Ames Research Center, experienced a catastrophic failure of the 18,000 horsepower drive motor thrust bearing. The failure permitted the 100 ton drive motor armature to drop, the centrifuge to stop, and resulted in extensive electrical and mechanical damage. Repairs may take one year, and cost estimated at $550,000.

Document History

NASA-LLIS-0494
May 5, 1989
Lessons Learned - Verification of Baseline Configuration before Modification, Upkeep of Maintenance and Operational Logs, Operation Condition Effects, Upkeep Documentation, Safety System Checks
Description of Driving Event: On January 25, 1984, the National Geotechnical Centrifuge, located at NASA Ames Research Center, experienced a catastrophic failure of the 18,000 horsepower drive motor...
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