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Started by FC1 (SW) Sean M. Officer. Last reply by Dianne Loflin Aug 27, 2013. 5 Replies 0 Likes
I thought I'd take the time to address some of the more common questions I have seen in the group. Q.) What do FCs do?A.) As Fire controlman, We Operate, Maintain and Repair Shipboard weapon systems…Continue
Started by Jack Larwa. Last reply by Jack Larwa Oct 26, 2011. 10 Replies 0 Likes
I know, I know. I don't write the date in military format. Ok, my son entered training at GL on 7/11. He is still in indoc and will be doing ATT and AECF for FC rate. They told him to get…Continue
Started by Paul (Zac's Dad FC). Last reply by Hannah Baxter Aug 11, 2011. 5 Replies 0 Likes
Just some info I requested that I'm passing on. Since there were so many questions on how long it is taking to class up I ask for an update so I could post it for everyone. Here it is.The current…Continue
Started by Mary, Proud Mom Oct 27, 2010. 0 Replies 1 Like
Administration eyes land-based SPYBy Philip Ewing - Staff writerPosted : Monday Oct 25, 2010 5:37:47 EDTAs the…Continue
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I've been reading about the railgun demo too, so appreciate the post Paul. I think I might have to go look at those videos.
Jim, sounds like wonderful festivities at your house today. I have the game taping so I can take care of some of my holiday shipping and shopping!
@Paul,
Hotair has videos up too :)
Jim
I don't know if I'll be able to watch the game...Momma does a HUGE cookie swap, and it's tomorrow, so me and my elves are in full blown prep mode starting around noon today ;)
This is from Navy.mil:
Navy Sets New World Record with Electromagnetic Railgun Demonstration
By Geoff Fein, Office of Naval Research Public Affairs
NAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTER DAHLGREN, Va (NNS) -- The Office of Naval Research (ONR) achieved a milestone Dec. 10 when it successfully conducted a world-record 33-megajoule shot of the Electromagnetic Railgun aboard Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division.
"Today's railgun test demonstrates the tactical relevance of this technology, which could one day complement traditional surface ship combat systems," said Rear Adm. Nevin Carr, chief of naval research.
"The 33-megajoule shot means the Navy can fire projectiles at least 110 nautical miles, placing Sailors and Marines at a safe standoff distance and out of harm's way, and the high velocities achievable are tactically relevant for air and missile defense," he said. "This demonstration moves us one day closer to getting this advanced capability to sea."
Besides the extended ranges, the railgun also improves safety for Sailors and Marines because it will eliminate the need for a high-energy explosive warhead and traditional gun propellants. Removing explosives and chemicals will reduce the munitions logistic chain.
A megajoule is a measurement of energy associated with a mass traveling at a certain velocity. In simple terms, a one-ton vehicle moving at 100 mph equals a megajoule of energy.
In 2008, ONR conducted a 10-megajoule shot for media and visitors at Dahlgren. Today's demonstration showed researchers are steadily progressing toward developing a gun that could hit targets almost 20 times farther than conventional ship combat systems. A 33-megajoule shot, for example, could potentially reach extended ranges with Mach 5 velocity, five times the speed of sound.
The Department of the Navy's Office of Naval Research provides the science and technology necessary to maintain the Navy and Marine Corps' technological advantage. Through its affiliates, ONR is a leader in science and technology with engagement in 50 states, 70 countries, 1,035 institutions of higher learning, and 914 industry partners. ONR employs approximately 1,400 people, comprising uniformed, civilian and contract personnel.
I was just reading about the Navy's new rail gun over on Wired.
Pretty amazing stuff.
Jim
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