VI. Radio-frequency-cable manufacturing methods

THE METHODS and processes currently used in the manufacture of radio-frequency low-loss semiflexible cables are the outcome of combined closely co-ordinated efforts of research institutions, raw-material producers, and cable manufacturers. In this manner it has proved possible, in a remarkably short time, to arrive at the manufacturing methods capable of turning out many types of high-frequency cables, which are subject to severe operating requirements, with the available equipments and man power in quantities sufficient to meet the everchanging war needs. Incidentally, the methods developed for high-frequency cables proved directly applicable and most useful, in the production of other plastic cables such as submarine cables, radio hookup wires, and Army field wires.