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The possibility of using variational calculus is substantiated by optimization of shaped charges for high-velocities forming of compact, discrete or dispersed jets. Each characteristic function of the shaped charge geometry can be considered a variational parameter in the Orlenko hydrodynamic model. Respectively, the author formulates the problem for determination of an unconditional extremum, as well as a subproblem for determination of a conditional extremum when an integrated condition is added