The determination of the aerodynamic pitch stability derivatives of a hypersonic-flight vehicle require the measurement and subsequent analysis of model motion time histories. This paper outlines, briefly, the strain-gauge and optical systems employed with captive and free-flight model experiments as performed in a hypersonic wind tunnel. The advantages of optical model position measurement are presented, highlighting both an intensity modulating system and an intensity compensated absolute position sensing system.
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