Electro-Magnetic Railgun (EMRG)

Abstract

The Electro-Magnetic Railgun (EMRG) is a high-power, kinetic energy weapon capable of launching precision guided projectiles using electricity instead of chemical propellants. This multi-year effort will build a Railgun Weapon System (RGWS) by designing, fabricating and integrating EMRG subsystems and components into a weapon system that brings new capabilities, increased capacity and improved operational economy to fleet operations at sea. With its increased velocity and extended range, EMRG provides multi-mission potential for hypersonic missile defense, anti-air & surface warfare, and naval surface fire support.

Document Details

Document Type
Accomplishment
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2023
Source ID
d4988dfefebe9ba0a1681d1e31a643c1

Tags

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Naval Mine Countermeasure Systems Development.
  • ballistics.

Technology Areas

  • Hypersonics

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