Linear Linkless Feed System Technology
Abstract
Design studies were performed for a 25mm linear linkless feed system for the F-15 air superiority aircraft and then for a 20mm system for the F-16 air combat fighter. Although the installation configuration and caliber size of the systems differed, the F-16 system employed most of the mechanism designs and principles of operation which evolved from the F-15 system study. Because of greater Air Force interest in the F-16 system, it is described in greater detail. The system is comprised of (1) loading mechanism, (2) storage conveyor, (3) accelerating and transfer mechanism, (4) merging conveyor, and (5) gun feed mechanism. It has a total capacity of 750 rounds in the F-16 installation and weighs 420 pounds exclusive of rounds. The optimum F-15 system was selected from several alternate design concepts investigated. For purposes of demonstrating feasibility of principles of operation and critical components of the system, a modified prototype system was designed and detailed for fabrication.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1975
- Accession Number
- ADB012830
Entities
People
- R. H. Jacobson
- V. P. Milenkovic