Effects of Wind on Gunner Aiming Error -- An Evaluation of Field Test Data

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Abstract:

The report presents data from a field investigation of aiming error as a function of launcher weight and tracking rate for manportable air defense system applications under calm and windy conditions. The effects of calm and 15- knot wind conditions are examined in terms of aiming error at the point of uncage for launcher weights of 30, 35, 40, 45 and 50 pounds and tracking rates of below 1, 1 to 4, 4 to 7, and above 7 degrees per second.

Author(s):
Chaikin, Gerald ; Chipser, John ; Rich, Nancy
Author Organization(s):
ARMY MISSILE RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT AND ENGINEERING LAB REDSTONE ARSENAL AL GROUND EQUIPMENT/MATERIALS DIRECTORATE
Descriptive Note:
Technical rept.
Pagination:
0046

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
RL-72-10
Project Number(s):
DA-1-M-263301-D-646
Monitor Series:
RL
 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_6_Net Centric; JCA_8.2.4_Leverage Capacities and Capabilities of Security Establishments; JCA_8.2_Shape; JCA_8_Building Partnerships; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_6.1.1_Wired Transmission
Communities of Interest:
Weapons Technologies
Descriptor(s):
*SURFACE TO AIR MISSILES, *ANTIAIRCRAFT GUNNERY, PORTABLE EQUIPMENT, PERFORMANCE(HUMAN), TARGET ACQUISITION, WIND, ANALYSIS OF VARIANCE, HELICOPTERS, ERRORS, WEIGHT, FLIGHT PATHS, TACTICAL WEAPONS, OPTICAL TRACKING, ROCKET LAUNCHERS
Field(s)/Group(s):
Surface-Launched Guided Missiles, Fire Control and Bombing Systems
Report Date:
1972 Aug 18