| Precision-Guided Weapons, |
MAR 1975 |
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| Authors:
James F. Digby; RAND CORP SANTA MONICA CALIF
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 | The first part of this paper discusses enough about the mechanics of these weapons to give the reader a feel for how they work and provide brief descriptions of some of the more important weapons associated with non-nuclear land combat. The brief treatment here mentions only a fraction of current PGM developments; it is characteristic of the pace of development that dozens of new PGM types in many countries reach ... |
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| Investigation of Factors Affecting the Wind Tunnel Measurements of Carriage-Position Airloads on External Store Models at Transonic Mach Numbers. |
FEB 1975 |
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| Authors:
David W. Hill Jr; ARNOLD ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT CENTER ARNOLD AFS TN
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| A wind tunnel test was conducted to investigate the factors affecting the M-117 and BLU-1C/B (finned and unfinned) store carriage-position airloads beneath the wing of a 0.05-scale A-7D aircraft. The investigation included: store afterbody modifications, the presence of stings of various diameters and shapes, misalignment of store relative to its carriage position, variations of aircraft yaw attitude, and various store carriage positions on the multiple ejector rack (MER). The rigid ... |
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| Calibrations of Angle-of-Attack, Angle-of-Sideslip, and Pitot-Static Pressure Sensors on the Modular-Guided Glide Bomb II at Transonic Mach Numbers. |
FEB 1975 |
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| Authors:
D. A. MacLanahan Jr; ARNOLD ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT CENTER ARNOLD AFS TN
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| Wind tunnel tests were conducted at Mach numbers from 0.50 to 1.50 to provide a calibration of the MGGB-II aerodynamic sensor systems and to determine the calibration sensitivity of these sensor systems to flight test hardware. Data indicated that, in addition to bench test calibrations for the sensors, aerodynamic calibrations are required to provide a complete sensor calibration package. (Author) |
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| Optimization of Flame Fuel Dissemination Patterns Associated with Firebombs. |
FEB 1975 |
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| Authors:
Jerry D. Abrams; AIR FORCE ARMAMENT LAB EGLIN AFB FL
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| A research effort was conducted to find the optimum dissemination of flame agent from a firebomb. The basic approach was to model under laboratory conditions static dissemination patterns. This involved controlling the physical environment of the experiments and representative collection of data. A computer program was used to reduce and analyze the data. The measuring criteria for optimization were calculated in the computer analysis. These criteria were optimized to give ... |
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| A Tradeoff Study to Determine the Preferred Distance Measuring Guidance Module(s) for the GBU-15 Weapon System. |
DEC 1974 |
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| Authors:
Francis C. Gideon Jr; AIR FORCE INST OF TECH WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB OHIO SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING
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| This is a report of a cost-benefit analysis of four alternative guidance packages for a guided weapon system. Life Cycle Costing (LCC) is used to analyze those inputs which were quantifiable in terms of costs. An original computer program was devised to sum the life cycle costs and to handle the computations for sensitivity analysis. Those inputs not found to be quantifiable are discussed qualitatively, and the basis for their ... |
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| Operational Test and Evaluation of Tactical Radar Bombing Systems. Results of demonstration Test of a Bomb Scoring System, |
NOV 1974 |
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| Authors:
C. H. Leatherbury; C. D. Manring; J. G. Bachman; R. D. Mathews; INSTITUTE FOR DEFENSE ANALYSES ARLINGTON VA SYSTEMS EVALUATION DIV
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| The purpose of the demonstration tests of the Bomb Scoring System (BSS) was to determine accuracy, reliability, maintainability, and operational suitability of the system. These tests were a prerequisite to the use of the BSS for scoring operational tests of A-6 and F-111 tactical radar bombing systems, and determining the application of the system to tasks other than bomb scoring. |
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| Phased Array Antenna and Radiometry Development. |
NOV 1974 |
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| Authors:
Franklin Prestwood; John Hilburn; LOUISIANA STATE UNIV BATON ROUGE
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| This report describes the flight tests performed for a radiometric bomb guidance system developed by Martin-Marietta Corp., Orlando, Florida. The preliminary system evaluations prior to the joint USAF-Navy flight tests at Santa Ana, California are discussed and the results of these initial tests are presented. The modification of the frequency-scanned radiometric bomb guidance system is then described. For this modified system (the dual-beam frequency-scanned radiometer) the development of the circuitry ... |
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| Flow-Field, Aerodynamic Loads, and Separation Trajectory Tests on the MK-84 and SUU-54 Super HOBOS Guided Weapons with the F-4C and A-7D Parent Aircraft at Mach Numbers 0.65 to 1.60. |
OCT 1974 |
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| Authors:
J. B. Carman; ARNOLD ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT CENTER ARNOLD AFS TN
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| Wind tunnel tests were conducted with 0.05-scale models of the F-4C and A-7D aircraft and Super HOBOS stores to study parent-aircraft flow-field, store aerodynamic loading, and store separation characteristics. Free-stream aerodynamic characteristics were determined for both the MK-84 and SUU-54 Super HOBOS with fin tips retracted and extended at angles of attack up to 44 deg. Additional free-stream data were obtained on the MK-84 store with only one fin tip ... |
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| Aerodynamic Loads and Separation Characteristics from the F-4C for the MGGB MK-II Guided Weapon at Mach Numbers 0.7 to 1.3. |
SEP 1974 |
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| Authors:
J. B. Carman; ARNOLD ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT CENTER ARNOLD AFS TN
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| Wind tunnel tests were conducted using 0.05-scale models to study the aerodynamic loads and separation characteristics from the F-4C aircraft for the MGGB MK-II store. The aerodynamic characteristics of the store were determined at free-stream conditions and at selected locations in the parent aircraft flow field. Carriage-loads data were obtained at the inboard pylon positions for aircraft angles of attack from -2 to 16 deg at parent sideslip angles of ... |
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| Static Stability and Control Effectiveness of the MK-84 Modular Guided Glide Bomb II at Transonic Mach Numbers. |
JUL 1974 |
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| Authors:
J. A. Webb; ARNOLD ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT CENTER ARNOLD AFS TN
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| Wind tunnel tests were conducted to determine the static stability and control effectiveness of the MK-84 Modular Guided Glide Bomb II (MGGB II). A 0.20-scale model of the MK-84 MGGB II was tested at Mach numbers from 0.5 to 1.3 at angles of attack from -12 to 8 deg and sideslip angles from -6 to 14 deg. Aerodynamic coefficients are presented to show the longitudinal, directional, and lateral static stability ... |
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| Static Stability and Control Effectiveness of the Super HOBOS/MK-84 (EOGB-II) Munition at Mach Numbers from 0.4 to 1.6. |
JUL 1974 |
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| Authors:
D. K. Smith; ARNOLD ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT CENTER ARNOLD AFS TN
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| Wind tunnel tests were conducted on a 0.25-scale model to determine the static stability and control characteristics of the Super HOBOS/MK-84 (EOGB-II) munition. The tests were performed in the Aerodynamic Wind Tunnel (4T) over a Mach number range from 0.4 to 1.6 at angles of attack from -4 to 26 deg. Aerodynamic coefficients and control effectiveness data are presented. Two techniques, one using multiple flap deflections and the other single ... |
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| Aerodynamic and Performance Characteristics of the AFATL Trajectory Control Test Vehicle. |
JUL 1974 |
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| Authors:
H. Kaupp; L. E. Rittenhouse; ARNOLD ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT CENTER ARNOLD AFS TN
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| The Air Force Armament Laboratory (AFATL) and the Arnold Engineering Development Center (AEDC) are participating in a joint effort to develop a trajectory control test vehicle (TCTV). The vehicle is to be used as a test bed for various seeker, autopilot, and flap actuator systems now in development. The aerodynamic characteristics of the vehicle were obtained from wind tunnel tests using a 0.25-scale model and are presented for Mach numbers ... |
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| Effects of the SCANA Shape No. 1 Turret on Separation of Guided MK-84 Weapons and the SUU-30H/B Dispenser from the F-111E Aircraft at Transonic Speeds. |
JUL 1974 |
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| Authors:
Gary R. Mattasits; ARNOLD ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT CENTER ARNOLD AFS TN
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| A test was conducted in the Aerodynamic Wind Tunnel (4T) to evaluate the effects of the SCANA (shape No. 1) modification to the F-111 fuselage on store separation characteristics and to determine store aerodynamic coefficients when located at, or near, the inboard and outborad pivot pylons of the F-111 aircraft. Data were obtained at Mach numbers from 0.40 to 1.30 to assess the influence of the aircraft angle of attack, ... |
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| Environmental Effects of Cluster Marker Munition Residue. |
JUL 1974 |
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| Authors:
Vanessa J. Birdsey; Gary G. Wyman; Don D. Harrison; AIR FORCE ARMAMENT LAB EGLIN AFB FL
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| A marker system is being developed for use in conjunction with cluster munitions. Development tests will include burning of the marker in several types of terrain. Since an ecological impact on the test sites and the surrounding area was considered possible, bioassays were performed to determine the gross effects of the marker residue on selected plants, fish, microorganisms, and mammals. The results of the bioassays indicate no gross toxicological effects ... |
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| Weapon Environmental Measuring Acquisition System (WEMAS). |
JUL 1974 |
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| Authors:
Wallace W. Parmenter; NAVAL WEAPONS CENTER CHINA LAKE CA
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| This report has presented the WEMAS pod concept in text, photographs, and drawings. The device has successfully passed vibration and temperature environmental tests simulating captive flight. The pod is presently ready for flight testing. The designer considers the WEMAS pod, with its state-of-the-art components, ready for use in obtaining realistic environmental data for air-borne weapons systems. |
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| Design and Development of FMU-120/B Bomb Fuze. |
JUL 1974 |
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| Authors:
David Goldstein; FAIRCHILD CAMERA AND INSTRUMENT CORP SYOSSET NY
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| This report relates the results of the applied research, design, development and testing of the FMU-120/B Bomb Fuze. The program was fully successful with regard to meeting the technical goals of (1) functional compatibility with nose well installation, (2) electrically powered from the accessible and visible front face of the fuze, (3) compatibility with the laser guided bomb (LGB) and HOBO EO Weapon Systems, (4) providing operation from a 200-VDC ... |
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| Television Bomb/Rocket Scoring System: Technical Performance Specifications. |
14 JUN 1974 |
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| Authors:
Manchi S. Colah; John A. Chastain; STANFORD RESEARCH INST MENLO PARK CA SYSTEMS EVALUATION DEPT
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| In October 1973, Atlantic Fleet Weapons Range (AFWR) requested that the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) procure two air-to-ground weapons scoring systems for installation at Targets 1 and 2 on Vieques Island, Puerto Rico. After an interim period, during which Fleet Missiles System Analysis and Evaluation Group Annex (FMSAEG) assisted by Stanford Research Institute (SRI) analyzed and evaluated the performance of such systems, FMSAEG was requested by NAVAIR to prepare ... |
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| The Laser-Guided Bomb: Case History of a Development |
JUN 1974 |
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| Authors:
Peter DELeon; RAND CORP SANTA MONICA CA
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| This report is a case study of a successful R and D product--the laser guided bomb (LGB). The narrative begins with the work of the Army's Missile Command at the Redstone Arsenal (1962), continues with the initial LGB prototype competition between Texas Instruments (TI) and North American- Autonetics (1966), details the decisions within Hq USAF to continue the development through the engineering prototype contract with TI (1968), and ends with ... |
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| Separation and Carriage Loads Characteristics of Three Guided Bombs from the A-7D Aircraft at Mach Numbers from 0.70 to 1.05. |
MAY 1974 |
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| Authors:
E. G. Allee Jr.; M. R. Cunningham; ARNOLD ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT CENTER ARNOLD AFS TN
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| Wind tunnel tests were conducted in the Aerodynamic Wind Tunnel (4T) to investigate the separation characteristics of the Improved MK-82LGB and MK-84LGB from the wing pylons and racks of the A-7D aircraft. Carriage loads data were also acquired on the MK-82LGB and the MK-84EOGB. Trajectory data were obtained at Mach numbers from 0.78 to 0.95 at a simulated altitude of 7000 ft. Simulated dive angles were 0 and 70 deg ... |
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| The Effect of a Case on Airblast Measurements. Part I. Friable Inert Cases |
09 Apr 1974 |
35 pages |
| Authors:
William S Filler; NAVAL ORDNANCE LAB WHITE OAK MD
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 | The effect of casing mass on the airblast from high explosives was examined experimentally by making shock wave pressure-time measurements with piezoelectric gages in the peak pressure range from 80 to 4 psi on spherical pentolite charges encased in ceramic and plaster shells of mass varying in 12 increments from about 2% to 33% of the explosive filling weight. From the lightest to the heaviest case shock peak pressure changed ... |
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| Bomb Rack Sway Brace Assembly. |
05 APR 1974 |
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| Authors:
Curtis K. Baker; DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY WASHINGTON D C
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| The patent application relates to a single station bomb rack which includes two cantilevered sway brace arms each provided with two oppositely placed sway bolts. The sway brace arms are shaped to accomodate a variety of store shapes and each of the sway brace arms acts in a spring-like fashion under loading. The sway bolts are each provided with internal springs which assure continuous pad-to-store contact. Each sway bolt is ... |
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| FMU-105A/B Guided Cluster Bomb Proximity Fuze. |
APR 1974 |
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| Authors:
James F. Stehlik; MOTOROLA INC SCOTTSDALE AZ GOVERNMENT ELECTRONICS DIV
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| The purpose of this program was to evaluate the FMU-105A/B Guided Cluster Bomb Proximity Fuze while operating in either a sinusoidal or random vibration environment. Additionally, an antenna system was developed for the FMU-105A/B for use on the GBU-1/B, GBU-2/B and Guided SUU-S1 munitions. The FMU-105A/B is a modification of the FMU-56C/B Proximity Fuze to provide a proximity fuzing capability for laser guided cluster munitions. The system which is self-contained ... |
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| BSU-11A/B Conical Fin IOT and E (Constant Bracket). |
FEB 1974 |
27 pages |
| Authors:
Lelian D. McCoy; TACTICAL FIGHTER WEAPONS CENTER NELLIS AFB NV
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| The BSU-11A/B Conical Bomb Fin was designed as a replacement for the MAU-93/B Fin currently used on the MK 82 low drag general purpose bomb. The purpose of this evaluation was to determine the operational suitability, effectiveness, and limitations of the BSU-11A/B, with emphasis on comparing it to the MAU-93/B. Testing, consisting of manual deliveries of inert MK 82 bombs with BSU-11A/B and MAU-93/B fins, was made at dive angles ... |
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| Air Transportability Testing of the PWU-6A/C Clip-In Assembly with B28FI Bombs Installed. |
NOV 1973 |
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| Authors:
Mahlon E. Traylor Jr; AIR FORCE SPECIAL WEAPONS CENTER KIRTLAND AFB N MEX
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| Tiedown configurations for the PWU-5A/C Clip-in on the MHU-19/E Cradle for transport in the C-130, C-141, and C-5A aircraft were designed and tested. This combination can be transported either forward or backward in any of the three cargo aircraft with either one, two, three, or four B28FI bombs installed. (Author) |
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| MAU-146 A/B Mechanical Set Band Release Timer. |
NOV 1973 |
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| Authors:
James C. Allen; KDI PRECISION PRODUCTS INC CINCINNATI OH
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| In order to improve the accuracy of retarded bombs released from high altitude, the MAU-146 A/B Mechanical Set Band Release Timer was developed which allows the bomb to free fall in a low drag configuration for a pre-determined time and then forcefully open the retarder fins. The timer was designed and tested during a six-month period. The device is compatible with the retarder mechanisms of the MAU-91, MK-15, and the ... |
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| Load Analyses for Mk84 and SUU-54 Models of the HOBO Expanded Planform (HEP). |
NOV 1973 |
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| Authors:
William W. Dyess Jr; AIR FORCE ARMAMENT LAB EGLIN AFB FL
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| This report documents the load analyses performed on the MK84 and SUU-54 models of the HOBO Expanded Planform (HEP) in accordance with Military Specification MIL-A-8591D. Special attention was given to the interface areas between: kit nose section and adapter section; adapter section and munition body; munition body and tail kit section; and munition body and aircraft. (Author) |
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| Separation Characteristics of the CTU-1/A, Finned BLU-1C/B, and CBU-24B/B Stores form the A-7D Aircraft at Mach Numbers 0.42 to 1.05. |
OCT 1973 |
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| Authors:
J. B. Carman Jr; ARNOLD ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT CENTER ARNOLD AFS TN
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| Wind tunnel tests were conducted using 0.05-scale models to study the separation characteristics of the CTU-1/A, finned BLU-1C/B, and CBU-24B/B stores from the A-7D aircraft. Separation trajectories of the CTU-1/A store were initiated from the left and right wing outboard pylons while separation trajectories of the finned BLU-1C/B and CBU-24B/B munitions were initiated from a multiple ejection rack on the left and right wing center pylons. Data were obtained at ... |
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| Human Factors Engineering Design of Thermal Bomb Production Line, |
01 SEP 1973 |
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| Authors:
Mark S. Sanders; NAVAL AMMUNITION DEPOT CRANE IND
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| Human factors analysis of production of 500 lb. thermally protected bombs was conducted. Specific defects in the target production line were identified, and corrective measures were recommended. Several environmental hazards were described, including excessive noise and heat. Problems identified were photographically documented where possible. (Author) |
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| Analysis of Vapors Emitted from Military Mines |
SEP 1973 |
18 pages |
| Authors:
T. F. Jenkins; W. F. O'Reilly; R. P. Murrmann; D. C. Leggett; C. I. Collins; COLD REGIONS RESEARCH AND ENGINEERING LAB HANOVER NH
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| The vapor evolving from several types of intact military mines was analyzed using gas chromatography and gas chromatography/mass spectroscopy. Cyclohexanone was positively identified in the vapor from M15 (metallic) and M19 (nonmetallic) antitank mines. This compound originates from composition B, the explosive used in these mines. Acetone, toluene and an unknown organo-silicon compound were identified and are attributable to the nonmetallic mine casings. Although positive mass spectral identification is lacking, ... |
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| Engineering Development of Multipoint Source CS Clusters: Canister Cluster, Riot Control Agent: CS, XM15; and Canister Cluster Assembly, Riot Control Agent: CS, XM165. |
SEP 1973 |
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| Authors:
John N. Carter; William J. Pribyl; EDGEWOOD ARSENAL ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND MD
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| The development program described in this final report was established by a Department of the Army, Small Development Requirement, to provide an interim, tactical, multipoint source, CS Munition for employment from Army aircraft, both fixed and rotary wing. The munition would provide area coverage with an effective (intolerable) concentration of agent CS to reduce an unmasked enemy's operational capability. The munition would also be employed in operations in a counterinsurgency ... |
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| PAVE STORM I and II Load Analyses. |
SEP 1973 |
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| Authors:
William W. Dyess Jr; AIR FORCE ARMAMENT LAB EGLIN AFB FL
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| This report documents the load analyses performed on the PAVE STORM I and II weapon system in accordance with Military Specifications MIL-A-8591D. Special attention was given to the interface areas between: kit nose section and adapter section, adapter section and dispenser body, dispenser body and kit tail section, dispenser body and aircraft pylon. (Author) |
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| Separation Characteristics of Several Munitions from the F-4C and F-111E Aircraft at Mach Numbers from 0.9 to 1.6. |
AUG 1973 |
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| Authors:
J. B. Carman; ARNOLD ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT CENTER ARNOLD AFS TN
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| Wind tunnel tests were conducted using 0.05 and 0.0416-scale models to study the separation characteristics of several munitions from the F-4C and F-111E aircraft, respectively. For the F-4C tests, separation trajectories of the MK-82 GPB, SUU-3OH/B, MK-20 'Rockeye,' MK-84 GPB, MK-84 LGB, and MK-84 EOGB stores were initiated from a multiple ejection rack (MER) on the right wing outboard and centerline pylons or from the right wing outboard and inboard ... |
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| A Pylon to Decrease the Effects of External Stores on the Stability of Aircraft. |
JUL 1973 |
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| Authors:
Edgar W. Lorson; Lawrence E. Day; AIR FORCE ACADEMY COLO DEPT OF AERONAUTICS
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| A series of wind tunnel studies were accomplished at the USAFA to determine the effect of a new low side area pylon on the static longitudinal stability of aircraft carrying external stores. Several configurations of MK 82 and M 117 bombs on triple ejection racks and multiple ejection racks were run at Mach numbers of .2, .82 and .91. The static margins for similar bomb configurations on inventory type pylons ... |
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| A Dispersion Technique for the MK82 Bomb. |
JUL 1973 |
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| Authors:
Mark O. Schlegel; Page G. McGirr; AIR FORCE ARMAMENT LAB EGLIN AFB FLA
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| Aerodynamic analyses and wind tunnel test data were used to investigate a new dispersion technique for general purpose and cluster bombs released on skids from cargo aircraft. Using the present approach, all bombs tend to impact in the same small area. The new technique involved the addition of a drag plate to the rear of the bomb fin assembly. The use of two sizes of plates (plus the standard configuration) ... |
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| Compatibility Test of CBU-55/B Munition on the A-37 Aircraft (SEEK EAGLE). |
JUL 1973 |
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| Authors:
Vernon B. Rigdon Jr; ARMAMENT DEVELOPMENT AND TEST CENTER EGLIN AFB FL
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| The CBU-55/B munition has been certified on stations L3 and R3 of the A-37 aircraft for carriage and release up to 300 KIAS. This test was conducted to determine if the certification limits could be expanded to include stations L4 and R4, and increase the maximum release speed to 350 KIAS. Satisfactory physical fit was demonstrated in accordance with MIL-STD-1289 with the exception of ground clearance; however, this was considered ... |
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| Air Transportability Testing of the Machined PWU-6/C Clip-In Assembly with B28 FI Bombs Installed. |
JUL 1973 |
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| Authors:
Mahlon E. Traylor Jr; AIR FORCE SPECIAL WEAPONS CENTER KIRTLAND AFB NM
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| Tiedown configurations for the PWU-6/C Clip-in on the HMU-19/E Cradle for transport in the C-130, C-141, and C-5A aircraft were designed and tested. This combination can be transported either forward or backward in any of the three cargo aircraft with either one, two, three, or four B28 FI bombs installed. (Author) |
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| Wind Tunnel Investigation of Aerodynamic Loads on Weapons Separated from Carriage Under The Wing of a Tactical Fighter Aircraft at Supersonic Speeds. |
JUN 1973 |
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| Authors:
J. C. Donaldson; ARNOLD ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT CENTER ARNOLD AFS TN
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| Exploratory static-stability tests were made on models of the MK-84 weapon and a modular weapon configuration during simulated weapon separation from the wing of the F-4C Tactical Fighter Aircraft at freestream Mach numbers 1.76, 2.0, and 2.5. Data were obtained with the parent aircraft at zero angle of attack and the weapon at the carriage incidence angle of -1 deg. Supplementary data were obtained for weapon angles of attack of ... |
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| Static Stability and Control Effectiveness of the MK-84 HOBOS and the Modular Guided Glide Bomb at Transonic Speeds |
JUN 1973 |
203 pages |
| Authors:
D. K. Smith; ARNOLD ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT CENTER ARNOLD AFS TN
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| Wind tunnel tests were conducted to determine the static stability and control characteristics of the MK-84 Homing Optical Bombing System (HOBOS) at high angles of attack and the Modular Guided Glide Bomb (MGGB) at moderate angles of attack. The tests were conducted in the Aerodynamic Wind Tunnel (4T) over a Mach number range from 0.50 to 1.05 and angles of attack from -2 to 35 deg with 0.25-scale models. Aerodynamic ... |
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| Conformal Carriage Flight Test Program. Part 2. Weapon Separation. |
JUN 1973 |
34 pages |
| Authors:
R. E. Smith; NAVAL WEAPONS CENTER CHINA LAKE CA
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| Conformal carriage represents a new method of carrying stores tangent to the fuselage of an aircraft. Nine to twelve individual bomb racks are housed in an aerodynamically smooth fairing beneath the aircraft fuselage, thus considerably reducing the drag of the installation with or without stores when compared to conventional MER/TER carriage. Supersonic flight with stores was demonstrated in previous tests. Improved separation characteristics were also predicted for this installation because ... |
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| Extended Range Control Actuator (CACS-30, Cold-Gas Actuator). |
JUN 1973 |
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| Authors:
Donald E. LaPorte; COLT INDUSTRIES INC WEST HARTFORD CT CHANDLER EVANS CONTROLS DIV
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| The objective of this program was to provide a compact design, long duration control actuation system compatible with current production guided bomb kits. The contractor has developed a time-modulated, closed-center valve, cold-gas actuation system designated the CACS-30. This actuation system significantly extends the mission duration capabilities of the CACS-18 actuation system utilized in MK84 and MK118 Electro-Optical Guided Bombs. This report describes the performance results of the CACS-30 actuation system ... |
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| The Joint NOL/RAE/WRE Research Program on Bomb Dynamics. Part 3. A Low-Drag Bomb with Freely Spinning Stabilizers |
04 MAY 1973 |
93 pages |
| Authors:
F. J. Regan; J. H. Shannon; J. F. Tanner; NAVAL ORDNANCE LAB WHITE OAK MD
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| The report is the third in a series of reports on a tripartite bomb dynamics research program. It presents results relating to the study of free- fall stores having freely spinning cruciform and monoplane stabilizers. The freely spinning stabilizer is designed to minimize or eliminate the roll-induced forces and moments which have been shown to be a significant contribution to ballistic dispersion. Wind-tunnel measurements of the static and dynamic characteristics ... |
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| Compatibility Test of Missile-Stores Mixed Loads on the Inboard Pylons of the F-4 Aircraft (SEEK EAGLE). |
MAY 1973 |
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| Authors:
Charles M. Olive; ARMAMENT DEVELOPMENT AND TEST CENTER EGLIN AFB FL
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| This test was conducted to determine which missile-stores combinations could be carried on the same inboard pylon of the F-4 aircraft. The selected munitions for which a fit test was performed included the MK 82 low drag general purpose bomb, MK 82 Snakeye, CBU-67B/B, MK 82 laser guided bomb, MK 84 laser guided bomb, MK 84 electro-optical guided bomb, M118 laser guided bomb, and the M118 electro-optical guided bomb. Of ... |
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| SUU-13C/A Dispenser Intervalometer Development. |
MAY 1973 |
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| Authors:
Francis M. Cummings; AEROJET ORDNANCE CO DOWNEY CA
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| The purpose of this intervalometer development program was to design, fabricate, test and qualify an intervalometer for use with the SUU-13C/A dispenser. Performance requirements included dispensing rates of 25, 50, 100 200, and 300 milliseconds with a tolerance of + or - 10 percent overall, a noncumulative step-to-time deviation of + or - 5 percent, and an input operating voltage of 18 to 30 volts dc. Ten intervalometers were qualified ... |
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| MK82 BALLUTE Retarder System Structural Qualifications |
MAY 1973 |
57 pages |
| Authors:
Wiley J. Robinson; AIR FORCE ARMAMENT LAB EGLIN AFB FL
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| When the Mk82 ballute retarder system was received from the contractor to be qualified for flight testing, certain areas of analyses usually required had been omitted from the data package. This report details the completed in-house design work and the ground testing necessary to verify the analyses and to qualify the retarder system. |
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| Evaluation of a Ballute Retarder System for the Mk 82 Bomb |
MAY 1973 |
44 pages |
| Authors:
Richard A. Evors; ARMAMENT DEVELOPMENT AND TEST CENTER EGLIN AFB FL
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| This report contains results of tests conducted to evaluate a ballute retardation system(combination balloon/parachute) for a Mk 82 bomb. The system tested provided for a low drag configuration of either of two types of high drag options. One high drag option (29-inch diameter ballute) was designed for mine application and the other (41-inch diameter ballute) for general purpose bomb application. Tests demonstrated the system was physically compatible with the F- ... |
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| A Study of the SUU-51A/B Dispenser Munition High Speed Separation Problem and Proposed Solutions. |
MAY 1973 |
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| Authors:
John L. Holmberg; AIR FORCE ARMAMENT LAB EGLIN AFB FL
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| Several corrective modifications were proposed to alleviate the rapid nosedown pitch of SUU-51A/B dispenser munitions released from bottom triple ejector rack stations on F-4 aircraft at high subsonic speeds. These modifications were (1) adding ballast, (2) shifting the suspension points on the bottom station weapon, (3) reducing tail span and area, (4) changing the nose fairing on the weapon, (5) changing the forward fairing on the triple ejector rack, (6) ... |
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| Flight Test Results for an Instrumented TER-9 Bomb Rack. |
MAY 1973 |
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| Authors:
Jack Hooton; AIR FORCE ARMAMENT LAB EGLIN AFB FL
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| This report documents the design, buildup, and flight test results of a TER-9 bomb rack instrumented to obtain aircraft/weapon seperation data. Actual test results are presented for 43 MK82 bombs released from an F-4D aircraft during the Close Air Support System (CLASS) program conducted at Holloman AFB, New Mexico. Measured TER-9 release parameters are examined to determine possible spearation abnormalities which might have significant effects on bombing accuracy. (Author) |
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| Flight Test of the 800-Pound Modular Weapon Series Bomb. |
APR 1973 |
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| Authors:
John W. Hull Jr.; Kenneth W. Wilks; ARMAMENT DEVELOPMENT AND TEST CENTER EGLIN AFB FL
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| The 800-pound modular weapons series (MWS) bomb was ground and flight tested to determine structural integrity, obtain separation characteristics, and obtain ballistics data. The structural integrity of the bomb/fin assembly quick-attachment clamp was verified by ground overload and vibration tests. Physical compatibility was demonstrated on the inboard pylon and all stations of the F-4 aircraft inboard triple ejection rack (TER), except for a slight variance in the desired 1-inch minimum ... |
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| Computer Program for Determining Vulnerability of Aircraft Shelters, SAM Sites, Pillboxes, and Bunkers to Shaped Charges, KE Penetrators, and GP Bombs. |
APR 1973 |
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| Authors:
Kathryn L. Nolden; BOOZ-ALLEN AND HAMILTON INC FORT WALTON BEACH FL
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| This computer program determines the vulnerability to penetration and to breaching of aircraft shelters, SAM sites, pillboxes, and bunkers when attacked by shaped charges, kinetic-energy penetrators, and general-purpose bombs. The program also computes kill probabilities and vulnerable areas for aircraft in a shelter. Input consists of tapes containing shotline data output from the MAGIC Program and data cards describing the target and weapon characteristics. Printed output for each attack aspect ... |
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| Feasibility Demonstration of a Dual Pressure Sensing Safing and Arming Mechanism for Air Delivered Submunitions. |
APR 1973 |
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| Authors:
Thomas A. Axelson; HONEYWELL INC HOPKINS MN GOVERNMENT AND AERONAUTICAL PRODUCTS DIV
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| The design objective of this study was to demonstrate feasibility of the dual pressure sensing safing and arming (S and A) mechanism which was designed to arm on receipt of a low pressure signal supplied in the dispenser and the high pressure pulse associated with the propellant dispersion event. Following extensive tests of an original dual pressure S and A mechanism design, work was directed toward analysis of a miniature ... |
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Aerial Bombs
