ASTM E1978-11 - 1.9.2011
 
1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers a rigid wall, two-side expandable shelter constructed of aluminum-faced, nonmetallic honeycomb sandwich panels and meeting the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) cargo container specification in the transport mode. Nominal dimensions when closed (container mode) are: height 8 ft, width 8 ft, and length 20 ft (2.4 by 2.4 by 6.1 m). Approximate dimensions when expanded (shelter mode) are: height 8 ft, width 22 ft, and length 20 ft (2.4 by 6.7 by 6.1 m).

1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

 
2. Referenced Documents

E866-23

Standard Specification for Corrosion-Inhibiting Adhesive Primer for Aluminum Alloys to Be Adhesively Bonded in Honeycomb Shelter Panels

E865-20

Standard Specification for Structural Film Adhesives for Honeycomb Sandwich Panels

E864-20

Standard Practice for Surface Preparation of Aluminum Alloys to Be Adhesively Bonded in Honeycomb Shelter Panels

E1773-18

Standard Practice for Sealing Rigid Wall Tactical Shelters with Polysulfide Based Sealants

E1826-23

Standard Specification for Low Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Corrosion-Inhibiting Adhesive Primer for Aluminum Alloys to Be Adhesively Bonded in Honeycomb Shelter Panels

E1749-18

Standard Terminology Relating to Rigid Wall Relocatable Shelters

E1091-21

Standard Specification for Nonmetallic Honeycomb Core for Use in Shelter Panels

E990-21

Standard Specification for Core-Splice Adhesive for Honeycomb Sandwich Structural Panels

E874-19

Standard Practice for Adhesive Bonding of Aluminum Facings to Nonmetallic Honeycomb Core for Shelter Panels

5-4-3201

Shelter, Assembly, Two-Side Expandable-100 amp

MIL-STD-810

Environmental Engineering Considerations and Laboratory Tests

ISO 9001

Quality Systems--Model for Quality Assurance in Design, Development, Production, Installation, and Servicing

E1925-18

Specification for Engineering and Design Criteria for Rigid Wall Relocatable Structures