THE R.A.E. NYLON ROPE CATAPULT.

Abstract

This Report describes the construction andthe operation of a catapult capable of accelerating a test object such as a parachute or other deceleration device up to 350 ft/sec, through a distance up to 300 ft. The catapult consists of a 1000 ft long 3 inch circumference nylon rope placed in tension with one end connected to the test object. When the object is released the relaxation of the rope accelerates it rapidly up to the test speed, which is maintained for approximately 0.7 sec. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 1969
Accession Number
AD0702690

Entities

People

  • F. C. Bluett
  • J. C. H. Longrigg

Organizations

  • Royal Aircraft Establishment

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Catapults
  • Construction
  • Deceleration
  • Launchers
  • Parachutes

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Explosive Engineering.
  • Fluid Dynamics.