Evaluation of Temperature Stressed MREs
Provides guidance on evaluating MREs which have been stored at high temperatures for long periods of time.
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DSCP 4155.2 Handbook |
Evaluation of Temperature Stressed MREs |
Photo 7A |
Typical Stages in the Life of a Time Temperature Indicator (TTI). |
Photo 7A(1) |
This scan shows the darkening of the center Time Temperature Indicator (TTI) ring due to cycled temperature with a daily fluctuation between 130F and 85F, which was logged in MIL-VANS in Iraq during summer of 2006. Duration of test was 6 weeks. |
Photo 7A(2) |
Comparison of a Time Temperature Indicator (TTI) in different environments (temperatures). |
Photo 7B |
Applesauce, 3 months. |
Photo 7C |
Applesauce, 6 months. |
Photo 7D |
Applesauce, 12 months. |
Photo 7E |
Applesauce, 24 months. |
Photo 7F |
Applesauce, 36 months. |
Photo 7G |
Cheese Spread, 3 months. |
Photo 7H |
Cheese Spread, 6 months. |
Photo 7I |
Cheese Spread, 12 months. |
Photo 7J |
Cheese Spread, 24 months. |
Photo 7K |
Cheese Spread, 36 months. |
More Photos |
Additional photos of Temperature Stressed MRE's |
Additional Photos of Temperature Stressed MREs
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