IMPROVED FIRE DIRECTION CENTER EQUIPMENT.

Abstract

Suitability of a new range deflection protractor (NRDP) used in conjunction with the 1:50,000 mil grid was evaluated by a field unit in Vietnam. The NRDP reduced the number of indices used and increased the efficiency of chart operations, but the 1:50,000 scale firing chart produced unacceptable inaccuracies to unite firing in a close support role. It is recommended that the NRDP not be issued for use in Vietnam. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 08, 1967
Accession Number
AD0819876

Entities

People

  • Paul C. O'callaghan

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Close Support
  • Combat Operations
  • Combat Support
  • Deflection
  • Efficiency
  • Ground Support
  • Military Operations

Readers

  • Geodesy
  • Marksmanship and Weaponry.
  • Military History of the United States in the 20th Century.