Title:
An Empirical Method for Predicting the Zero Lift Transonic Drag Rise of Low Drag Fin-Stabilized Stores as a Function of Fineness
Publication Date:
1955 Oct 19
Document Number(s):
SC-TM-233-55(51); ALSNL199700000641
Originating Research Org.:
Sandia National Lab. (SNL-NM), Albuquerque, NM (United States)
OpenNet Entry Date:
1999 Sep 28
OpenNet Modified Date:
1999 Sep 28
Description/Abstract:
The design of stores or bombs for maximum aerodynamic efficiency in the transonic speed range was a very difficult problem because of the empirical manner in which the drag coefficient must be predicted. This paper reports analysis of data available.