An Experimental Study of Aerodynamic Characteristics of Longitudinally Truncated Cylinders and Cone-Cylinders.
Abstract
An investigation has been conducted at the Boston University supersonic wind-tunnel testing facility to determine the aerodynamic characteristics of the payload sections of sounding rockets designed to increase drag during re-entry. The higher drag is desired in order to increase the vehicle's atmospheric braking during re-entry so that its velocity is reduced to M=2 at a much higher altitude than is ordinarily attained. This would allow earlier parachute deployment, thus increasing airborne time and facilitating mid-air recovery by aircraft.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1975
- Accession Number
- ADA014087
Entities
People
- Rocco Girolamo
Organizations
- Boston University