Ballistic characterization of nanocomposite materials by means of “Coil Gun” electromagnetic accelerator

In this paper the authors present their activity in the field of electromagnetic machine applications for aerospace solutions. A three stage electromagnetic accelerator is under construction to perform ballistic characterization of carbon-based nanocomposite materials for anti-debris application. Preliminary experiments as well as numerical simulation have been performed with promising results in terms of bullet´s energy. Further implementation are needed in order to come closer the velocity of typical space debris (8km/s).