Methods and apparatus for increasing aerodynamic performance...

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2006-12-19

2006-12-19

Collins, Timothy D. (Department: 3643)

Ammunition and explosives

Projectiles

C244S003100

Reexamination Certificate

active

07150232

ABSTRACT:
A method for enhancing an aerodynamic performance of an unmanned projectile. The method including at least one of the following: (a) morphing a cross-sectional shape of the projectile after launch thereof; (b) morphing a longitudinal shape of the projectile after launch thereof; (c) bleeding a fluid at a base of the projectile during flight thereof: (d) varying a base cone angle of the projectile as a function of speed thereof; (e) deploying at least one wing from a body of the projectile after launch thereof; and (f) deploying a fin from the body of the projectile after launch thereof.

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