Elongated projectile discharged with degree of spin imparted to it by rifling of piece is dealt with; particular case of firing at right angles to direction of flight is alone considered, but method may be applied more generally; drift as distinct from windage, causes of gyroscopic drift, and broadside firing discussed.


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    Title :

    Effect of windage on projectiles with special reference to aeroplane gunnery


    Additional title:

    Flight


    Contributors:

    Published in:

    Flight ; 38 , n 1654


    Publication date :

    1940


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English


    Keywords :


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