ABSTRACT
Now that the basics of the terminology and the dynamic equations have been presented, this chapter begins to look at their uses in the form of prediction of trajectories. The aeroballistician is usually faced with one of two problems: “If I want to hit a target at position x, to what elevation (and perhaps with how much propelling charge) do I have to elevate the weapon?” or “My weapon is elevated to elevation x and I expect muzzle velocity y—where is the projectile going to end up?” To approach these in a logical and easily understandable fashion, we shall begin with a great many simplifying assumptions, relieving these as we progress. Each section builds upon the previous one so that we recommend even seasoned veterans progress in numerical order.
