Muzzle Deflection Measurement System.
Abstract
A system for measuring the angular motion of the muzzle of artillery weapons during firing is described. The system provides a continuous (analog) recording of the angular deflection of the muzzle referred to the breech of the gun with an angular resolution of 0.1 mrad and a frequency response in excess of 6 kHz. The technique of measurement involves reflecting a beam of light from a mirror on the tube muzzle to an analog, two axis position sensing detector; both the light source and detector are mounted at the breech end of the tube. The displacement of the light beam at the detector is a direct measure of the angular deflection of the muzzle relative to the breech. A detailed description is given of the system design and calibration.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 1978
- Accession Number
- ADA059726
Entities
People
- R. M. Blakney