Telescopic Mortar Training Round With Real-Time Simulation Feedback
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing training systems for indirect fire missions lack the capability to simulate realistic firing conditions and enhance training effectiveness and operational accuracy for military personnel.
Innovation Solution
Mortar rounds equipped with advanced hydraulic or telescopic mechanisms and communicative coupling with remote computers to simulate realistic firing conditions and improve training effectiveness.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional simulated munitions are used for training, then training can be conducted, but realistic firing conditions and operational accuracy cannot be simulated
Solution Approach 1:
The training round incorporates a telescopic assembly that allows dynamic adjustment of the round's length between extended and retracted states. This dynamic structure enables the round to simulate different firing conditions and trajectory profiles, enhancing training realism and adaptability without compromising structural integrity
Solution Approach 2:
The training round integrates multiple functions including telescopic movement capability, electronic sensor integration for data collection, and adjustable configuration for different training scenarios. This multi-functionality allows a single training round design to serve multiple training purposes, from basic handling to advanced tactical decision-making exercises
2Ease of manufacture
If the training round structure is simplified, then manufacturing is easier, but the ability to provide real-time feedback and comprehensive oversight is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The telescopic assembly employs a nested structure where one tube is inserted within another, allowing compact storage and simplified manufacturing while maintaining the capability for length adjustment. The electronic components are similarly integrated within the existing round structure, minimizing additional manufacturing complexity while maximizing feedback functionality
Solution Approach 2:
The training round incorporates self-contained electronic sensors and communication systems that automatically collect, process, and transmit firing data without requiring external intervention. This self-service capability ensures continuous real-time feedback while keeping the overall system design relatively simple and manufacturable
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enhances training effectiveness and operational accuracy by providing real-time feedback and comprehensive oversight, enabling troops to make tactical decisions during simulated indirect fire missions.
Implementation Method 1
A hydraulic system is situated between projectile shell and the stabilizing rod to adjust a length of the training round. The hydraulic system has a first tube fixedly connected to the projectile shell, a second tube fixedly connected to stabilizing rod and movably connected to the projectile shell, and a conduit for a transmission of a fluid between the first tube and the second tube.
Implementation Method 2
A weight of the top end induces the telescopic movement between the top end and the bottom end of the training round.
Data Source
AI summary
A training round for performing indirect fire mission, including a top end oriented towards a direction of projectile motion of the training round. A bottom end is situated opposite to the top end. The top end and the bottom end are separated by a first distance. An adjuster is arranged between the top end and the bottom end to adjust a length of the training round. The adjuster compresses such that the top end and the bottom end are separated by a second distance. The second distance is less than the first distance. A round sensor attached to the training round and communicatively couples to a simulation computer while performing the indirect fire training mission.