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Record 1 1984-08-24

English

Subject field(s)
  • Missiles and Rockets
  • Weapon Systems
CONT

The boost phase varies in duration from 1.5 to 6 seconds depending on the range of the mission. Boost engine operation is terminated by the accelerometer of the velocity control (VC) system at a pre-set velocity.

OBS

This system is on the Lance tactical missile.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Missiles et roquettes
  • Systèmes d'armes
CONT

La phase de fonctionnement du moteur de démarrage varie, en durée, de 1,5 à 6 secondes, suivant la distance de tir. Elle prend fin sur commande de l'accéléromètre du système de contrôle de la vitesse (VC), dès qu'une vitesse prédéterminée a été atteinte.

OBS

Le système se trouve dans le missile tactique Lance.

Spanish

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