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AFPTEF C-17 GLOBEMASTER III HEADS-UP DISPLAY UNIT CONTAINER
Posted 1/3/2013
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The C-17 HUD Shipping and Storage Container (CNU-676/E) is a sealed, welded aluminum, controlled breathing, reusable container. The container is engineered for the physical and environmental protection of the HUD during worldwide transportation and storage. The container consists of a low profile base and completely removable cover equipped with the special features listed below. Guide posts keep the cover from swinging into the HUD during cover removal and replacement. The base is a one piece skid/double walled base extrusion with 4-way forklift openings, humidity indicator, pressure equalizing valve (1.5 psi pressure/1.5 psi vacuum) and desiccant port for easy replacement of desiccant (controls dehumidification). The ability of the container to control/eliminate humidity inside the container eliminates the requirement for a barrier bag which is required in the current package. A silicone rubber gasket and quick release cam-over- center latches create a water/airtight seal at the base-cover interface. Container external dimensions are 45 inches in length, 22.6 inches in width, and 22.6 inches in height. Container empty weight is 93 pounds, and 143 pounds with a HUD in place. |
| An aluminum cradle system is integrated into the base suspended on four stainless steel helical isolators that provide shock and vibration protection to 30 G's. The HUD sets in the cradle system and two bars are rotated over the HUD, on opposite ends, and tightened with knobs to secure the HUD to the cradle system. Silicone rubber pads provide friction to keep the HUD from sliding on the aluminum surfaces and also provides abrasion protection from metal edges. The cradle allows easy loading and unloading of the HUD as well as brings it slightly above the base assembly for easy inspection and possible repair capabilities while still in the container. There are no detachable parts on the container other than the container lid, which eliminates FOD risks. |
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