DECELERATIONS OF BALLISTIC TYPE MISSILE ON REENTRY INTO ATMOSPHERE
Abstract
Previously performed calculations indicated that the velocity o f the Atlas missile exceeds 19,500 fps during the entire flight path with consequent severe aerodynamic heating and loading design problems. An investigation was made to determine the feasibility of reducing velocities in the denser portion of the atmosphere by special flight maneuvers which increase the drag force in the less dense portions. Calcualtions were perfomed to determine modifications of the Convair trajectory resulting from configuration and flight altitude changes. The results indciated that a sufficient velocity decrease may be attained provided that the angle of attack of the missile can be suitably controlled.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 01, 1953
- Accession Number
- AD0012619
Entities
People
- M. G. Scherberg
- Theodore Rubin
Organizations
- Air Force Research Laboratory