Method and system for unspinning a payload ejected from a spinning artillery projectile where the projectile is loaded with a cargo holding the payload and a payload unspinning device. The cargo is ejected from the projectile and the payload unspinning device is operated. The cargo includes a parachute and a shroud which covers the folded parachute and at least a portion of the payload. The payload unspinning device includes at least two yo-yo cords. Ejection of the cargo is followed sequentially by unwinding of the at least two yo-yo cords, liberation of the shroud, deployment of the parachute and stabilization of the payload.


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    Title :

    Unspinning a payload ejected from a spinning projectile


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    2015-09-22


    Type of media :

    Patent


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English


    Classification :

    IPC:    F42B EXPLOSIVE CHARGES, e.g. FOR BLASTING , Explosive Ladungen, z.B. für Sprengungen / B64D Ausrüstung für Flugzeuge , EQUIPMENT FOR FITTING IN OR TO AIRCRAFT