DESIGN AND TESTING OF AERODYNAMIC BRAKES FOR CONTROLLED LOWERING OF HEAVY OBJECTS OVER LONG DISTANCES.

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Abstract:

Aerodynamic brake mechanisms especially designed to control the lowering of heavy weights on long cables are described in detail. These brakes meet certain requirements which can be stated in a general way. Methods of testing are discussed, and performance data are presented. Design formulas covering a wide range of variables are given. Author

Author(s):
Harvey, R. B. ; Fields, V. C. ; Harrison, R. P. ; Kalakowsky, C. B. ; Lewis, E. A.
Author Organization(s):
AIR FORCE CAMBRIDGE RESEARCH LABS L G HANSCOM FIELD MASS
Descriptive Note:
Special repts.,
Pagination:
0032

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
AFCRL-SR-89, AFCRL-69-0444
Task Number(s):
460315
Project Number(s):
AF-4603
 Subject Terms
Communities of Interest:
No COI(s) Identified
Descriptor(s):
(*BRAKES, *AERODYNAMIC CONTROL SURFACES), (*HANDLING, MECHANICAL CABLES), WIRE, TORQUE, DRAG, ANTENNAS, ENERGY CONVERSION, DESIGN, WEIGHT
Field(s)/Group(s):
Aerodynamics, Construction Equipment, Materials and Supplies, Fluid Mechanics
Keyword(s):
*AERODYNAMIC BRAKES
Report Date:
1969 Oct 01