Liquid Propellant Traveling Charge Gun Concept
Abstract
The objective of this project is to explore the feasibility of a liquid propellant traveling charge gun concept, which has been proposed as a means for improving the performance of high velocity guns. The concept is based upon a mechanical adaptation of the Taylor theory of cavity formation as a means for both controlling the propellant burning rate and achieving a down-bore traveling charge effect in bulk loaded guns. Improved control over the ballistic process is the objective. Achieving it should broaden the applicability of liquid propellants and permit their advantages to be more successfully exploited. This report describes a twelve month exploratory study of the traveling charge concept. The study consists of three tasks: (1) Analysis and design of the cavity generator; (2) Construction of a single-shot 30mm test fixture and exploratory firings; (3) Refinement of the interior ballistic analysis to more accurately predict performance.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1976
- Accession Number
- ADA033971
Entities
People
- Eugene Ashley
Organizations
- General Electric