Javelin Dynamics With Measured Lift, Drag, and Pitching Moment

Publisher Website
Google Scholar
Abstract
Optimal release conditions for the javelin are studied using computer simulation. Included are two important and realistic assumptions: (1) initial velocity attainable by the thrower is dependent on the throwing angle, and (2) the aerodynamic center of pressure moves as a function of angle of attack. Aerodynamic forces and moments, previously measured in wind tunnel tests, are incorporated in the simulation. Range contours are presented in the two-space of initial angle of attack–initial flight path angle, assuming zero initial angular velocity.

This publication has 0 references indexed in Scilit: