3130. Inertia Measurements of Large MilitaryVehicles

Title3130. Inertia Measurements of Large MilitaryVehicles
Publication TypeConference Paper
Paper Number3130
Year of Publication2001
AuthorsAndretta, Heydinger, Bixel, and Coovert
Conference60th Annual Conference, Arlington, Texas, May 19-23
Conference LocationArlington, Texas
PublisherSociety of Allied Weight Engineers, Inc.
Date Published5/19/01
Abstract

This paper describes the design and operation of a facility for measuring vehicle center-of-gravity height; roll, pitch, and yaw moments of inertia; and roll/yaw cross product of inertia for a broad range of test specimens. The facility is configurable such that it is capable of measuring these properties for light, single axle trailers; long, heavy vehicles; and tank turrets. The design was driven by the need for accurate, repeatable measurement results and the desire to have a single facility capable of making measurements on a broad range of vehicle sizes.

Pages13
Key Words03. Center Of Gravity, 06. Inertia Measurements
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