Rocket Sled Testing

Data on parameters, such as linear acceleration sustained for periods of time, velocity, and aerodynamic effects of the type not attainable in the laboratory are often obtained from rocket sled tests. To accomplish these objectives, the Materiel Test Procedure presents some pertinent information about rocket sleds and their facilities. Sled tests are used to establish confidence in equipment under conditions of linear acceleration, shock, vibration, velocity, and aerodynamic effects, such as lift, drag, pressure, temperature, vibration and flutter, are typical of those which may be investigated. Other environmental parameters such as simulated weather effects may be added to increase the test conditions available. Author