THE DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE ARCHER SOUNDING ROCKET

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Abstract:

Archer is an economical, single-stage sounding rocket capable of carrying a 25-pound payload to an altitude of 100 miles for IQSY studies. The aerodynamic as well as mechanical design considerations used in the production of this rocket are described. Included in the aerodynamic phase are the configuration design, the investigation of stability and the determination of aerodynamic loads and heating. Structural integrity with minumum weight and ease of manufacture are prime considerations in the mechanical design. Archers performance is predicted and comparisons are made with the results of the first two test firings.

Author(s):
Gauzza, H. J. ; Cornett, R. H. ; Groves, R. T.
Author Organization(s):
NAVAL ORDNANCE LAB WHITE OAK MD
Pagination:
0105

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
NOLTR-63-144, AR-200
Monitor Series:
NOL
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_1.2.3_Educating; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_5.2.2_Develop Knowledge and Situational Awareness; JCA_5.2_Understand
Modernization Areas:
Directed Energy
Communities of Interest:
Weapons Technologies
Descriptor(s):
*SOUNDING ROCKETS, AERODYNAMIC CONFIGURATIONS, AERODYNAMIC HEATING, AERODYNAMIC LOADING, FIRING TESTS(ORDNANCE), FLIGHT TESTING, IONOSPHERE, PAYLOAD, PLASTIC COATINGS, STABILITY
Field(s)/Group(s):
Unmanned Spacecraft
Report Date:
1963 Jun 14