The results of an experimental program conducted in order to compile a data base useful in the application of airbreathing propulsion to missiles are presented. The configurations investigated used two-dimensional or axisymmetric twin inlets located at three alternative circumferential positions: 90, 115 and 135 deg to the vertical centerline. The effects of a wing located above the inlets and of various tail configurations were investigated, with a view to longitudinal stability/control and lateral-directional stability characteristics. It is noted that of the three tail configurations tested, the 'X' tail showed (1) the most linear pitch-moment curve, (2) control effectiveness, and (3) positive lateral-directional stability.


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    Title :

    Aerodynamic characteristics of a series of airbreathing missile configurations


    Contributors:
    Hayes, C. (author)

    Conference:

    Symposium on Aeroballistics ; 1981 ; Carderock, MD


    Publication date :

    1981-05-01


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English


    Keywords :


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