Comments on the Flight Stability of the XM736 8-Inch Binary Projectile
Abstract
The recent suspension of testing of the XM736 8-inch binary projectile prompted a review of flight stability of this liquid-filled shell. Yawsonde and aeroballistic range data were reviewed, and the destabilizing effects of the liquid payload and the loose payload canisters were investigated. No dramatic flight instabilities have been observed or are expected, but theoretical models indicate that the reliability of the fuzed projectile may be affected by the liquid payload and/or loose payload canisters. In-flight measurements to determine the projectile motion and fuze performance at high zone charges and high quadrant elevations should be made. Also, aeroballistic range tests should be made to determine the basic flight characteristics of the M509 family of shell.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1982
- Accession Number
- ADA120048
Entities
People
- William P. D'amico Jr.
Organizations
- Ballistic Research Laboratory