Doppler Distance Measuring System

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Abstract:

This invention relates to the measurement of distance by means of doppler principles, and more particularly in relation to the use thereof in proximity fuzing systems. The utilization of the doppler effect is well known to the art of proximity fuzes. In prior art missile proximity fuze systems, a doppler signal is derived by comparing in an oscillating detector, the transmitted wave with the wave reflected from a target. In such systems detonation is initiated when the doppler signal is in a predetermined frequency range and reaches a predetermined amplitude. For a given type of missile used against a target having a given reflection coefficient, the choice of the frequency range and amplitude of the doppler signal which initiates detonation determines the predetermined altitude at which detonation occurs.

Author(s):
Rabinow, Jacob
Author Organization(s):
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY WASHINGTON DC
Funding Organization(s):
Department of the Army, Washington , DC
Document Type:
Technical Report/Final Report
Publication Date:
1954 Sep 03
Pagination:
8

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution Code:
A - Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement: Public Release

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Collection: TRECMS
Subject Terms
Modernization Areas:
Microelectronics
Communities of Interest:
Weapons Technologies
Descriptor(s):
cathode followers, altitude, frequency, sweep generators, switching circuits, circuits, switching, detonations, doppler effect, generators, time intervals, altimeters, amplitude, capacitors, coefficients, detectors, differentiating circuits
Keyword(s):
PAT CL 343 7, Doppler distance systems
Subject Categories:
Electrotechnology and Fluidics; Ordnance
Update Date:
2023 May 16