AN INVESTIGATION OF TWO METHODS OF ARRESTMENT OF HIGH-SPEED AIRCRAFT
Abstract
Two methods of aircraft arrestment are investigated to determine their suitability for aircraft landing speeds far above the capabilities of present systems. One method is preacceleration of components of a present arresting system to reduce the relative impact velocity between the aircraft and preaccelerated components. Energy requirements and tolerances affecting timing of the preacceleration are investigated and illustrated with numerical examples. The other method is the use of an energy-absorbing material in the cable of an arresting system to obviate a separate arresting engine. Basic formulas for interactions of waves in a yielding cable are developed. The formulas are applied in numerical examples for specific arrangements of the cable. Results indicate that both methods offer sufficient promise of success to be worthy of development.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1961
- Accession Number
- AD0268378
Entities
People
- Donald F. Hausknecht
- Ramojus P. Vaitys