Energy Absorption and Dissipation Devices

Abstract

A research investigation was conducted to determine new and efficient methods to accomplish energy absorption and dissipation for high cyclic rate weapon recoil mechanisms. The main requirements of energy absorbing systems are reviewed and the relationships between impact velocity, displacement, deceleration profile and time are discussed in detail. A literature search on energy devices was conducted from which the following two mechanisms were selected for further evaluation; a rolling toroid mechanism and a reverse wound flat coil spring. Mathematical analyses and models were prepared for the selected mechanisms.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 1974
Accession Number
AD0782565

Entities

People

  • Lynn L. Faulkner

Organizations

  • Ohio State University

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Energy and Power Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aircrafts
  • Compression
  • Cyclic Rate
  • Deflection
  • Displacement
  • Elastic Properties
  • Electrochemical Cells
  • Energy Absorbers
  • Energy Storage
  • Engines
  • Manufacturing
  • Materials
  • Mathematical Analysis
  • Modulus Of Elasticity
  • Shock Absorbers
  • Spacecraft
  • Vehicles

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  • Systems Analysis and Design
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