Development of Diagnostics for Electromagnetic Armor Applications
Abstract
A test stand consisting of an electrified-plate assembly coupled to a small capacitor bank has been assembled, tested, and used to develop diagnostic instrumentation to be exploited in future range experiments in the general area of electromagnetic technology applied to terminal ballistics. A 1.2-m-long air gun is used to propel a length of copper wire through small holes in the electrified-plate assembly to simulate the switch-closure action important to some planned range experiments. Instrumentation to measure the relevant currents and voltages was developed and used to characterize the switch-closing action. The test stand was used to calibrate the diagnostics, test their immunity to noise, and measure their time response. The velocity of the wire was determined by optical means. Using this velocity, the features observed with the diagnostics were then correlated with the position of the wire in the test stand.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 1992
- Accession Number
- ADA251074
Entities
People
- Charles R. Hummer
- Clinton E. Hollandsworth
Organizations
- Ballistic Research Laboratory