An Automatic Lightweight Homing System
Abstract
This report covers the development, construction, and test of an experimental model of an automatic lightweight homing system. This system should operate over-line-if-sight ranges giving continuous meter indications of range and left-right homing course. A description is given of the antenna switch, the transmitter-receiver unit, and the ground beacon used with the system. Recommendations are given for the correction of azimuth ambiguity, the reduction of loss of the beacon signal, and the improvement of antenna designs. Overall weights should be approximately 40 pounds and power consumption, approximately 200 watts. Methods for reducing the present weight include reduction of the size and number of power supply components, use of a smaller r-f head, combination of the two indicators in the pilot's indicator unit, and unification of the antenna and antenna switch.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 30, 1948
- Accession Number
- AD1207406
Entities
People
- G. P. Ohman
Organizations
- United States Naval Research Laboratory