Apparatus and method for blast suppression

Details Apparatus and method for blast suppression Apparatus and method for blast suppression

2008-01-01

2008-01-01

Hayes, Bret (Department: 3641)

Ammunition and explosive-charge making

Bomb disposal

C102S303000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07313994

ABSTRACT:
An improved method of blast suppression involves forming a foam barrier in proximity to a bomb or other suspicious device. The foam is maintained in position by a containment structure which is inflated and kept in an inflated state by the foam used to form such barrier. Various containment structures and methods are disclosed for suppression of compression waves and combustion effects caused by an explosive event.

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