Functions of V-1

Identifier
irn562817
Language of Description
English
Alt. Identifiers
  • RG-60.1998
Dates
1 Jan 1942 - 31 Dec 1943
Level of Description
Item
Languages
  • German
Source
EHRI Partner

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SUMMARY: This is a three reel composite technical information film on the operation and launching of the FZG-76 (V- 1). Reel 2. SEQ, Complete function of the air mileage unit and veeder counter. CU, Fuse, lines and miniature blisters. CU, Trailing antenna being pulled out. CU, Underside of rocket showing the movement of the flaps. Organization chart showing the flow of parts and rockets from the manufacturer to the field. Rocket in assembled condition standing and being wheeled across field. VS, Launcher ramp, firing tube, firing tube breech, damper and diffuser vanes. Man adjusting trip catches.Mechanics wheeling and injecting piston and tubular gas seal into the firing tube breech. Rocket (V-1) being wheeled on sprung trolley and transferred to the launcher cradle. CU, Launcher bogie. CU, Fueling bogie and washing away all traces of spilled fuel. VS, Launching bogie being attached to the firing tube breech.

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