Evaluation Test of Radar Chronograph Set, NM87

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Abstract:

The Norwegian Radar Chronograph Set NM87 was evaluated by Frankford Arsenal from November 1972 through March 1974 to determine the capability of the NM87 to chronograph standard cannon artillery. The NM87 was subjected to laboratory, environmental, and firing tests. From the results obtained to date, it is concluded that this chronograph is simple to operate, reliable, requires little maintenance, and is capable of the same order of precision as is possible with the M36 Radar Chronograph Set which is the item currently used for muzzle velocity measurements. The report indicates some limitations and recommends improvements for utilization of the equipment.

Author(s):
Richter, Filmore
Author Organization(s):
FRANKFORD ARSENAL PHILADELPHIA PA
Supplementary Note:
DOI: 10.21236/ADB004019
Pagination:
0100

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

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Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
FA-TR-74041
Project Number(s):
DA-67502120390001
Monitor Series:
FA
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means; JCA_6.1.1_Wired Transmission; JCA_5.2_Understand; JCA_5.3.3_Develop Strategy; JCA_5.3.4_Develop Courses of Action; JCA_5.3.5_Analyze Courses of Action; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_6.1.3_Switching and Routing; JCA_6.1.2_Wireless Transmission; JCA_6.1_Information Transport; JCA_4.1_Deployment and Distribution; JCA_6.4.1_Secure Information Exchange; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_6.4_Information Assurance; JCA_JCA_4.1.2_Sustain the Force; JCA_1.2.1_Training
Modernization Areas:
Microelectronics; Fully Networked C3
Communities of Interest:
Weapons Technologies
Descriptor(s):
*CHRONOMETERS, *RADAR EQUIPMENT, *RADIO DOPPLER CHRONOGRAPHS, *VELOCIMETERS, ARTILLERY, DOPPLER RADAR, EXTERIOR BALLISTICS, MEASUREMENT, MUZZLE VELOCITY, PROJECTILES
Field(s)/Group(s):
Test Facilities, Equipment and Methods, Ballistics
Keyword(s):
*RADAR CHRONOGRAPHS
Report Date:
1974 Dec 01