Development of an Ultra High Level Airdrop Container Concept.

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Abstract:

A study was undertaken to determine the form and aerodynamic characteristics of an airdrop container capable of achieving a specified accuracy when dropped from ultra-high levels. This study resulted in a final design for a semi-streamline aeroshell which was shown to meet the limited technical criteria on which the program was based. During the program, half- scale models were dropped from helicopters at Natick, and wind-tunnel tested in the University of Maryland Glenn L. Martin Wind Tunnel. A six-degree-of freedom trajectory program was assembled and proven. It is now available for a statistical analysis of delivery accuracy.

Author(s):
Payne, Peter R.
Author Organization(s):
PAYNE INC ANNAPOLIS MD
Descriptive Note:
Final rept. Jun 1974-May 1977
Pagination:
0024

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):
WORKING, PAPER-138-11
Contract/Grant Number(s):
DAAK03-74-C-0197
Task Number(s):
01
Project Number(s):
1F263209D266
Monitor Series:
USA-NLABS
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_4_Logistics; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means; JCA_5_Command and Control
Communities of Interest:
Weapons Technologies
Descriptor(s):
*AIR DROP OPERATIONS, *CONTAINERS, ACCURACY, AERIAL DELIVERY, AERODYNAMIC CHARACTERISTICS, AERODYNAMIC DRAG, HIGH ALTITUDE, MILITARY SUPPLIES
Field(s)/Group(s):
Military Aircraft Operations, Containers and Packaging, Logistics, Military Facilities and Supplies
Keyword(s):
UHLCADS(ULTRA HIGH LEVEL CONTAINER AIRDROP SYSTEM), ULTRA HIGH LEVEL CONTAINER AIRDROP SYSTEM, PE63209A, WU008
Report Date:
1977 Sep 01