Motion of a Rocket During the Burning Period

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Abstract:

In the report the general equations of motion of a rocket are developed. These equations are then applied to a rocket which is subjected to an eccentric propelling force, one of the principal causes of inaccuracy in rocket firings. The equations are first specialized for the vacuum case of the non- rotating rocket. The results for this case are compared with those for a rotating rocket moving in a vacuum. A formula for the angular velocity necessary to reduce dispersion is GIVEN. Finally, aerodynamic forces are considered and expressions for the yaw, angle of deviation and deflection are set down.

Author(s):
Peters, A. S.
Author Organization(s):
ARMY BALLISTIC RESEARCH LAB ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND MD
Pagination:
0025

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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):
BRL-379
Monitor Series:
BRL
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_1.4.2_Health Service Delivery; JCA_1.4_Force Support; JCA_6_Net Centric
Communities of Interest:
No COI(s) Identified
Descriptor(s):
*ASCENT TRAJECTORIES, *ROCKETS, ACCURACY, AERODYNAMIC CHARACTERISTICS, DEFLECTION, EQUATIONS OF MOTION
Field(s)/Group(s):
Armor, Rockets
Keyword(s):
ATI 4992, ATI COLLECTION
Report Date:
1943 Jul 12