A Limited Performance Tradeoff Analysis of a Novel Closed-Breech, Shoulder-Fired Weapon System
Abstract
The report provides an evaluation of a new closed-breech, shoulder- fired weapon system proposed to DARPA by TAC-WEAP Ventures, Inc. It presents a recoil analysis that defines the boundaries for projectile weight and muzzle velocity. specific projectile designs are developed and analyzed for interior ballistic and aerodynamic performance. Candidate fin-and spin-stabilized projectile designs are presented that incorporate a generic shaped-charge warhead, and a boost rocket motor is used to increase the range of the projectile. Vertical target dispersion analysis is presented using six-degree- of-freedom simulation on a 1500-foot engagement range.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 1992
- Accession Number
- ADA277862
Entities
People
- Steven M. Buc
Organizations
- System Planning Corporation