Large Caliber Ballistic R&D; Evaluation Area

This area is used to accommodate ballistic firing of conventional and experimental weapon systems, munitions, and propellant for caliber 40mm through 8 inch. Interior, exterior and terminal ballistic data evaluation includes: pressure vs. time, muzzle flash evaluation, projectile stability, Hadland digital range camera, FASTAX cameras, digital, digital high speed video, thermal measurements and weapon integrity. Data is recorded in real-time, allowing project engineers to evaluate each round as it is fired. Additional capabilities include the loading/modifying of standard and experimental propellant charges, along with support facilities such as service magazines, conditioning chambers, and material handling equipment.