Dynamic stability of a system consisting of a stable parachute and an unstable load /
H.G. Heinrich, L.W. Rust, Jr.

Description

Main Author

Heinrich, H. G.

Related Names

Rust, L. W., Jr., author.
United States. Air Force.
Air Force Flight Dynamics Laboratory (U.S.)
University of Minnesota

Language(s)

English

Published

Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio : Air Force Flight Dynamics Laboratory, Research and Technology Division, Air Force Systems Command, United States Air Force, 1965.

Subjects

Drag (Aerodynamics)
Space vehicles > Space vehicles / Atmospheric entry.
Aerodynamic load.
Parachutes > Parachutes / Aerodynamics.

Summary

The several equations of motion governing the dynamic stability of a parachute-load system, in which the parachute as well as the load possesses aerodynamic drag and stability characteristics, are established. The general equations are linearized, which process provides satisfactory results for relatively small deflections. A further simplification is accomplished under the assumption of a vertical descent. A numerical example is used to illustrate the application of the analytical methods.

Note

"May 1965."

Physical Description

viii 29 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm.

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