Ammunition and explosives – Shells – Focused or directed detonation
Patent
1988-08-19
1990-07-31
Nelson, Peter A.
Ammunition and explosives
Shells
Focused or directed detonation
102306, 102307, F42B 1302
Patent
active
049442260
ABSTRACT:
An expandable telescoped airframe for a missile provides a shorter configuration for convenience in handling and a longer configuration to provide added predetermined clearance in front of a shaped charge warhead after launch. The airframe is mechanically locked into its extended configuration upon deployment of its expansion feature by means of a wedge brake collar. Possible deployment means include gas pressure, one or more springs, and a drogue parachute. Tail and other control surfaces spring open after clearing the airframe tube to provide aerodynamic stability.
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Schoneman Scott R.
Vazquez Jose R.
Wedertz Larry D.
Bissell Henry
Carroll Leo R.
General Dynamics Corp., Pomona Div.
Nelson Peter A.
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