A Study to Identify Data Voids in the Application of Hi-Glide Canopies to Remotely Piloted Vehicles (RPV)
Abstract
Substitution of an all-flexible Hi-Glide canopy in a Remotely Piloted Vehicle (RPV) recovery system offers many advantages over the use of a conventional parachute. However, prior to the incorporation of a Hi-Glide canopy system into an RPV, a comparative analysis of the various canopies available (Parawing, Ram-air, Sailwing) should be conducted; this requires a determination be made that sufficient data is available to conduct such an analysis. Potential Hi-Glide canopy applications for RPV's, definition of data voids which prevent a comparative analytical evaluation of the various Hi-Glide canopies for RPV application, and program outlines for filling selected data voids are presented. A comprehensive literature search was made which resulted in the tabulation of Hi-Glide canopy characteristics and capabilities. A number of data voids were found to exist which would prevent the accomplishment of a meaningful comparative analysis of the application of Hi-Glide canopies to RPV's. A Hi- Glide canopy bibliography, originally published as AFFDL-TM-73-25-FER, is included. Bibliographies extracted from two NASA Parawing publications are included.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1976
- Accession Number
- ADB010389
Entities
People
- Francis M. Rogallo
- Laurence L. Gleason
- Marissa Higgins
- Rodger L. Naeseth
Organizations
- Flight Dynamics Laboratory