Flight Test & Recovery of Gun Launched Instrumented Projectiles Using High-G On Board Recording Techniques
Abstract
Researchers at the Weapons and Materials Research Directorate of ARL have recently completed experimental testing with a G-hardened gun launched miniature instrumentation package that fits within the projectile fuze cavity for obtaining realistic in-bore, deceleration and projectile impact data. This device consists of an accelerometer and a digital recorder that is designed for the reliable capture of ballistic data during projectile launch, flight and target impact. During recent flight test evaluation at the ARL, APG, projectiles containing this device were tested with a telemetry link as well as recovery and direct downloading of on board recorded data. For projectile impact studies both concrete and bunker targets were successfully engaged. This methodology of on board data recording has been shown to provide a reliable and high fidelity characterization of projectile in-bore and impact events critical for advanced munitions designers.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 2006
- Accession Number
- ADA476133
Entities
People
- Edward F. Bukowski
- Gary L. Katulka
- Peter C. Muller
- Philip Peregino
Organizations
- United States Army Research Laboratory