Ideal trajectory shaping for anti-armor missiles via gimbal angle controller autopilot
US4383662A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 13, 1978 |
| Grant date | May 17, 1983 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 13, 1998 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF41G7/2293
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Apparatus and method of anti-armor missile trajectory shaping for optimum rhead penetration of armor by a guided missile. The guidance system utilizes a terminal homing guidance unit in conjunction with a programmed control signal through the missile's autopilot to cause the missile to cruise at low altitudes and then dive onto the armor target. The terminal dive angle can be selected dependent upon the target's armor characteristics.
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