Ammunition and explosives – Cartridges – Projectile structure
Patent
1982-09-15
1985-12-31
Jordan, Charles T.
Ammunition and explosives
Cartridges
Projectile structure
244 311, 244 326, 244 33, F41G 900, F42B 1302, F42B 1500
Patent
active
045613575
ABSTRACT:
A projectile trajectory correction system, the projectile itself including a unique steering arrangement. The projectile, initially part of a shell cartridge, is fired, and its position is automatically sensed. A corrected trajectory necessary to hit a target is calculated and data commands are transmitted to the projectile. The data command signals are sensed by an antenna on the projectile. The antenna in turn generates a signal which is fed to the projectile steering mechanism which is deflected in response thereto to steer the projectile onto the correct trajectory. The steering mechanism includes an elongated rod extending from the rear of the projectile into the surrounding air stream. Deflection of the rod provides the actual steering.
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Maudal Inge
Niemeier Byron M.
Wedertz Larry D.
Bissell Henry M.
General Dynamics Pomona Division
Johnson Edward B.
Jordan Charles T.
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