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Obsolescence Study of the
 Depot ATS Associated
 in the Testing of B-52 Aircraft Systems

Period of Performance:  July 2001 - May 2002

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Principal Investigator: Michael Craft
University of Dayton Research Institute
300 College Park
Dayton, OH 45469-0152
Phone: 937-229-2707
Email: Mcraft@udri.udayton.edu


This is a study to evaluate the sustainability of seven automatic Test Systems (ATS) B-52 used to test and calibrate a variety of Line Replaceable Units on the B-52. Based on data acquired during the study, recommendations will be made for each tester on whether to a) keep the tester, b) buy a new commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) ATS, c) buy a new modified COTS ATS, or d) buy a custom-developed ATS.  In addition, the study will determine whether current ATS failures are adversely affecting the supportability and availability of the B-52 aircraft.  The sponsor is stationed at Robins AFB in Warner Robins, GA.

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Last Update: July 25, 2003