Cold Spray/Kinetic Processing

Project Number (JTEG Assigned) MC-07-0002
Project Title Cold Spray/Kinetic Processing
Service Marine Corps
Command LOGCOM
Implementation Depot Barstow
Project Lead Greg Russell (229) 639-8072 gregory.russell.ctr@usmc.mil
TI Goals Supported P-1, C-2, S-3
Focus Area Metal Working
Platform General Ground Vehicle (Tracked or Wheeled)
Platform Specific All ground vehicles and workload
Implemented Technology Kinetic spray application equipment
Problem Definition

Current thermal spray technologies that are in use in the depots must overcome several shortcomings (heat input, lack of mobility, applications, etc.). Depots need a repair process that is effective for varied applications, is inexpensive, portable and easy to operate.

Proposed Solution

Develop kinetic spray combinations for use in various corrosive environments and a subsequent application process in a viable, relatively portable manner to reduce corrosion damages to vehicles thereby allowing for longer field use and less overall maintenance.

Expected Result Improved repair and corrosion capability.
Benefits Provide depot with portable metal working technology
Unfunded Requirement No
Start FY FY07
Completion Date FY09
WIP Yes
Implemented No
Comments Equipment has not yet been budgeted.