EMRG

Abstract

Electro-Magnetic Railgun (EMRG) is a high-power, kinetic energy weapon capable of launching precision guided projectiles using electricity instead of chemical propellants. When released into the railgun, an electric pulse launches the projectile at speeds up to Mach 6. EMRG will bring new capabilities, increased capacity and improved operational economy to fleet operations at sea. With its increased velocity and extended range, the EM Railgun provides multi-mission potential for hypersonic missile defense, anti-air & surface warfare, and naval surface fire support. EMRG is a multi-year effort in various stages of research and development within with the Navy's Innovative Naval Prototypes (INP) family of RDT&E programs. The Activity identified in Project Unit 2481 specifically addresses Applied Research in support of the Electro-Magnetic Railgun (EMRG) high-power, kinetic energy weapon prototype development INP effort.

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Document Details

Document Type
Project
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2022
Source ID
2481_0602792N_2_1319_PB_2022

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Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Naval Mine Countermeasure Systems Development.
  • ballistics.

Technology Areas

  • Hypersonics

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