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Modular asymmetric parachute for wind-tunnel testing

Conference ·
OSTI ID:6345063
The construction of a series of asymmetrical wind tunnel model parachutes designed to a modular concept is described. The static force, inflation force, and dynamic force and motion time history wind tunnel testing of up to 123 different configurations is discussed.
Research Organization:
Sandia National Labs., Albuquerque, NM (USA)
DOE Contract Number:
AC04-76DP00789
OSTI ID:
6345063
Report Number(s):
SAND-78-1744C; CONF-811002-2; ON: DE81028416
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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