The aerodnamic characteristics for several bodies of revolution have been determined from wind tunnel tests at Mach numbers from 1.6 to 4.63. Six bodies, each having a length-to-diameter ratio of 6.67, were investigated. Geometric modifications included forebody shape, afterbody shape, and midsection slope. Significant aerodynamic changes were observed to be functions of geometric change and Mach number. Because of the aerodynamic dependence on geometry as well as Mach number, it is obvious that a number of trades must be considered in selecting a projectile shape.


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    Title :

    Effects of body shape on the aerodynamics of a body of revolution at Mach numbers from 1.6 to 4.6


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    Conference:

    Am. Defense Preparedness Assoc. Intern. Symp. on Ballistics ; 1984 ; Orlando, FL, United States


    Publication date :

    1985-01-01


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English