Studies of the Dynamics of Tracked Vehicles

Abstract

A field test program was conducted with four tracked vehicles to determine how strongly the presence of the track affects ride dynamics and to guide in the development of a mathematical model. The vehicles were towed over an assortment of obstacles, first with tracks installed and then with tracks removed. A direct comparison of dynamic responses under these two conditions indicated that the influence of the track is strongly dependent on velocity, and that mathematical models of tracked vehicles must incorporate a track contribution. A mathematical model that portrays essential features of track mechanics without excessive detail was developed.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 1972
Accession Number
AD0743464

Entities

People

  • Allan S. Lessem
  • Newell R. Murphy Jr.

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Center Of Gravity
  • Computer Simulations
  • Dynamic Response
  • Elastic Properties
  • Engineering
  • Engineers
  • Equations
  • Field Tests
  • Frequency
  • Geometry
  • Mathematical Models
  • Measurement
  • Mechanics
  • Optical Equipment
  • Simulations
  • Statistical Analysis
  • Tracked Vehicles

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  • Control Systems Engineering.
  • Sensor Fusion and Tracking Systems.
  • Systems Analysis and Design