The pamphlet pertains to that phase of projectile life starting at the gun muzzle (or, for a rocket, at burnout) and ending at the point of burst or impact. The subject is covered in a manner intended primarily to assist the ammunition designer in recognizing and dealing with the design parameters of projectile weight, shape, muzzle velocity, yaw, drag and stability, in designing for optimum results in range, time of flight and accuracy.

The Handbook on Experimental Sattistics has been prepared as an aid to scientists and engineers engaged in Army research and development programs, and especially as a guide and ready reference for military and civilian personnel who have responsibility for the planning and interpretation of experiments and tests relating to the performance of Army equipment in the design and developmental stages of production.