Lateral dynamics of C4 missile
Abstract
A planar model of the C4 missile involving nonlinear force deflection characteristics for the seals and pads was developed. Rigid body equations of motion based on small angle motion were solved to calculate the lateral motion of the missile during launch. After metching the calculated results to a PS-80 test record, variations in seal characteristics, pad characteristics, missile travel time, and initial conditions were studied to determine the sensitivity of the lateral dynamic calculations.
- Publication:
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Shock Vibration Information Center Shock Vibration Bulletin
- Pub Date:
- May 1981
- Bibcode:
- 1981SVICB......189W
- Keywords:
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- Deflection;
- Hydroballistics;
- Lateral Stability;
- Missile Launchers;
- Rocket Launching;
- Computer Programs;
- Equations Of Motion;
- Launching Pads;
- Loads (Forces);
- Missile Trajectories;
- Seals (Stoppers);
- Launch Vehicles and Space Vehicles