Establishment of procedural methodology and data interpretation for fuel-quality evaluation. Interim report, October 1983-September 1985

This report summarizes the results of a program to monitor fuel-quality and fuel-usage parameters at four test sites. The program was intended to provide baseline data for a demonstration that shale-derived fuels are acceptable for use in aircraft and in ground vehicles and equipment. Fuel samples (diesel or JP-4) were obtained and analyzed for specification conformance. Fuel usage was monitored as was the usage of fuel-wetted components at each test site. Other data obtained included results of the Army Oil Analysis Program (AOAP) and vehicle operational data. Methods of sampling, sample analysis, data analysis, and reporting are discussed. An overview of the results is also presented.