Design of an Artillery Towing Lightweight Auxiliary System (ATLAS)

Abstract

This technical report summarizes the contractor's design and analysis effort on a concept titled artillery towing lightweight auxiliary system (Atlas) . The Atlas concept will provide improved mobility and auxiliary power for towed artillery weapons in remote battlefield areas. Specifications and detailed calculations are presented for all major components such as the power train, the suspension, the auxiliary power systems, etc. This helicopter transportable propulsion device will significantly enhance the effectiveness of towed artillery weapons.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 1974
Accession Number
ADA018279

Entities

People

  • H. G. Kirchner

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Artillery
  • Battlefields
  • Helicopters
  • Lightweight
  • Mobility
  • Specifications
  • Transportable
  • Weapons

Readers

  • Business Analytics
  • Software Engineering
  • Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Autonomous Capabilities and Mission Reconnaissance.