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DCNS carrier deck coating process validated on CVN Charles de Gaulle |
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Recent
tests have demonstrated the effectiveness of new coatings applied to
the flight deck of CVN Charles de Gaulle using a process tailored by
DCNS. Phase I of this programme involved the application of new coatings
to the landing zone, the portion of the flight deck subject to highest
stresses.
The tests, involving landings by Rafale Marine combat aircraft, demonstrated
the new coating’s qualities. The advanced materials and application
process help reduce nose gear loads suffered by in-coming aircraft while
ensuring excellent grip between tyre and deck. |
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Recent tests have demonstrated the effectiveness of new coatings applied
to the flight deck of CVN Charles de Gaulle using a process tailored
by DCNS. Phase I of this programme involved the application of new coatings
to the landing zone, the portion of the flight deck subject to highest
stresses.
(Picture:
DCNS)
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DCNS and joint clients DGA and SFF developed a multi-year
programme to update a range of non-skid coating products and processes
used on the French Navy’s flagship. Defence procurement agency
DGA funded the development phase while SFF, the Navy’s Fleet Support
Service, funded the testing and qualification phases.
DCNS contributed to the success of phase I and to meeting all milestones.
The DCNS teams assigned to the programme are now preparing for phase
II which will involve the application of new coatings to CVN Charles
de Gaulle’s tow-ways and parking areas when the ship is laid up
for its next scheduled refit in 2013.
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