Ammunition and explosives – Igniting devices and systems
Patent
1978-02-13
1979-02-27
Jordan, Charles T.
Ammunition and explosives
Igniting devices and systems
F42B 2204
Patent
active
041412958
ABSTRACT:
An actuation mine simulator system which enables realistic training experce in mine sweeping operations without the danger accompanying use of live mines. The actuation mine simulator is preprogrammed to respond at predetermined time intervals to actuation by large objects such as ships. The mine simulator includes buoyant flares for signaling actuation, a tethered float having a signal beacon for facilitating recovery, and an underwater acoustic transmitter for locating the simulator at the conclusion of training exercises.
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Ball Herbert L.
Bymoen Darrell A.
Campbell John M.
Ewen Douglas G.
Hise Ronald D.
Hennen Thomas W.
Jordan Charles T.
Sciascia R. S.
Skeer W. Thom
The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of
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