Numerical Modelling of Caseless Ammunition with Coreless Bullet in Internal Ballistics

  • U. S. Silva-Rivera Instituto Politécnico Nacional, ESIME-SEPI, U. Zacatenco
  • J. M. Sandoval-Pineda Instituto Politécnico Nacional, ESIME-SEPI, U. Azcapotzalco
  • O. Susarrey-Huerta Instituto Politécnico Nacional, ESIME-SEPI, U. Zacatenco
  • L. A. Flores-Herrera Instituto Politécnico Nacional, ESIME-SEPI, U. Azcapotzalco
  • P. A. Tamayo-Meza Instituto Politécnico Nacional, ESIME-SEPI, U. Azcapotzalco
Keywords: Compressible flow, deflagration, Eddy-dissipation model, caseless-coreless

Abstract

In the search of a new weapon for combat in short range, it is proposed the use of a new experimentally designed 7.62 mm calibre ammunition with a lighter weight (caseless-coreless). This can be used in carbine assault rifles with short barrel or pistols. In this work, the compressible gases flowing through the gun barrel caused by the proposed ammunition were experimentally and numerically analysed. The Large Eddy Simulation was used for the numerical simulation, considering a compressible and turbulent flow, with the chemical species transport model and a complete conversion of the propellant reaction. Variations in pressure and temperature were compared with the results obtained from a conventional 7.62 mm full metal jacket (FMJ) ammunition. Results of ballistic experimental tests and numerical simulations were similar than those of the 9 mm x 19 mm FMJ ammunitions, showing feasibility for the development of new weapons intended for operations of short range shots.

Defence Science Journal, Vol. 65, No. 3, May 2015, pp.203-207, DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.14429/dsj.65.8511

Published
2015-05-28
How to Cite
Silva-Rivera, U., Sandoval-Pineda, J., Susarrey-Huerta, O., Flores-Herrera, L., & Tamayo-Meza, P. (2015). Numerical Modelling of Caseless Ammunition with Coreless Bullet in Internal Ballistics. Defence Science Journal, 65(3), 203-207. https://doi.org/10.14429/dsj.65.8511
Section
Armaments & Explosives