Electromagnetic Launch and Propulsion Technology
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This cluster of papers focuses on the science and technology of electromagnetic launch systems, including railguns, coilguns, and pulsed power supplies. It covers topics such as armature transition mechanisms, thermal-chemical erosion in gun barrels, plasma-propellant interaction, and the development of naval railguns.
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railgun; electromagnetic launcher; projectile acceleration; electromagnetic launch; muzzle velocity; coilgun; plasma armature; electromagnetic acceleration; electromagnetic propulsion; inductance gradient; electromagnetic gun; electrothermal-chemical gun; projectile launch; velocity skin effect; solid armature; electric gun; electromagnetic rail launcher; electromagnetic accelerator; launcher efficiency; armature design; compulsator; electromagnetic launching; armature-rail contact; ram accelerator; electromagnetic launch system
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Morton address: 38351003158758137 · morton4x16-v1
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