scope:

This specification covers general design and performance requirements as well as specific tests for determining the suitability and performance characteristics of resilient mounts for use on Naval vessels. This specification is intended:

(a) To provide testing procedures for obtaining performance data on resilient mounts that will be useful to Naval and equipment designers in the proper selection and application of mounts. This performance data is required to determine if compatibility can be made to exist with the characteristics of the equipment to be mounted and other limitations governing shipboard mounting installations.

(b) To determine the suitability of mounts for Naval use with respect to minimum strength requirements.

(c) To provide a specification containing quality assurance provisions for procurement of mounts should tests and performance characteristics indicate them suitable for application to specific items of shipboard equipment.

This specification does not cover methods for section and application of resilient mounts to items of shipboard equipment.