Title :
In-bore projectile dynamics in the linear induction launcher (LIL). Part II: balloting, spinning, and nutation
Author :
Ki-Bong Kim ; Zabar, Zivan ; Levi, E. ; Birenbaum, Leo
Author_Institution :
Polytechnic Univ., Brooklyn, NY, USA
Abstract :
This paper examines three particular motions, balloting, spinning, and nutation, that may arise during the transit of the projectile within the barrel of a linear induction launcher (LIL). Experimental evidence in a low-velocity LIL confirms the theoretical predictions.<>
Keywords :
ballistics; electromagnetic launchers; projectiles; rotation; testing; balloting; barrel; in-bore projectile dynamics; induction coilguns; linear induction launcher; motions; nutation; spinning; Coils; Probability distribution; Project management; Projectiles; Propulsion; Spinning; Tail; Torque; Virtual prototyping;
Journal_Title :
Magnetics, IEEE Transactions on
