Perturbation of Initial Stability of an FSAPDS Projectile

  • R. S. Acharya Modern College of Engineering, Pune
  • S. D. Naik Institute of Armament Technology, Pune
Keywords: FSAPDS projectile, spinning projectile, equation of motion, mathematical model, projectile trajectory simulation

Abstract

For a spinning projectile, the initial stability condition is 2 = 1+ (4 K3 / K2
2) > 0. In the present
study, this condition has been modified for the malalignments arising due to pressure gradient
and damping moment for an FSAPDS projectile. The equations of motion are established for the
first phase of motion. A mathematical model for the first phase of motion has been developed.
The effect of perturbation on the trajectory and stability of motion are discussed. It is proved
that if 3 K
(a parameter appearing due to perturbation)
(-K2
2 2 /4 ), the initial stability of
motion will breakdown.
Published
2006-11-01
How to Cite
Acharya, R., & Naik, S. (2006). Perturbation of Initial Stability of an FSAPDS Projectile. Defence Science Journal, 56(5), 753-768. https://doi.org/10.14429/dsj.56.1939
Section
Armaments & Explosives