![]() ![]() ![]() The design must protect the current CV Boots, replace the Boot with a more durable material, or redesign the wheel end drive joint so that it does not require a grease filled boot covered joint. The Marine Corps is interested in innovative approaches to develop a more durable wheel end drive. The ACV currently uses traditional Constant Velocity (CV) Joints on the wheel end drives that require excessive maintenance because they develop holes and tears in the inside and outside CV Boots. OBJECTIVE: Design and develop a new or improved drive axle for the Amphibious Combat Vehicle with greater durability when subjected to operation in an amphibious environment.ĭESCRIPTION: The United States Marine Corps is fielding the Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV) designed to operate over harsh off-road terrain and in oceans and rivers. OUSD (R&E) CRITICAL TECHNOLOGY AREA(S): Advanced Materials ![]()
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