The Doppler Velocimeter

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Abstract:

The document provides general information on the utilization of the Doppler Velocimeter, supplemented by other instrumentation, for obtaining ballistic data. The Doppler principle for radial velocity measurements is explained and a generalized field instrumentation array for Doppler Velocimeter operations is supplied as a guide in planning for specific field testing objectives.

Author(s):
No Author(s) Identified
Author Organization(s):
ARMY TEST AND EVALUATION COMMAND ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND MD
Descriptive Note:
Final rept. on materiel test procedure
Pagination:
0010

Security Markings

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):
MTP-4-1-005
Contract/Grant Number(s):
DA-18-001-AMC-1045
Project Number(s):
AMCR-310-6
Monitor Series:
TECOM
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means; JCA_8_Building Partnerships; JCA_8.2_Shape; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_8.2.4_Leverage Capacities and Capabilities of Security Establishments; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_8.1_Communicate
Communities of Interest:
Weapons Technologies
Descriptor(s):
*PROJECTILES, *MEASURING INSTRUMENTS, *BALLISTICS, VELOCITY, TEST EQUIPMENT, INSTRUMENTATION, RADIO WAVES, DOPPLER EFFECT
Field(s)/Group(s):
Test Facilities, Equipment and Methods, Ballistics
Keyword(s):
*DOPPLER VELOCIMETERS, HAWK CW ILLUMINATORS, RADIAL VELOCITY
Report Date:
1970 Apr 30