Dynamic modeling and stability analysis of a flexible spinning missile under thrust

The general equations of motion of a flexible spinning missile under thrust in the powered flight phase are established and the stability of the motion of the missile is analyzed. The spinning missile is approximated to the unconstrained flexible rotor. Moreover, the thrust in the powered flight phase is deemed as a follower load when the factors of gyroscopic effect, aeroelastic effect, and axial force are considered under the mean axis condition. The equations of motion and stability of the flexible spinning missile in the powered flight phase are then deduced. The stability and dynamic response of the flexible spinning missile under thrust is analyzed through numerical calculation. Calculation results show that thrust, spinning speed, and dynamic pressure exert different influences on the stability of the spinning missile. These factors should be considered and analyzed comprehensively.