Method for controlling initiation of a detonator

Details Method for controlling initiation of a detonator Method for controlling initiation of a detonator

2007-10-09

2009-08-25

Bergin, James S (Department: 3641)

Ammunition and explosives

Igniting devices and systems

Ignition or detonation circuit

C102S311000, C102S301000, C102S200000, C102S202500, C299S013000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07578237

ABSTRACT:
A method for controlling the initiation of an electronic detonator when located in surrounding ground, the method comprising the steps of: measuring the actual spatial position of the said detonator in relation to one or more adjacent detonators; and calculating the time of initiation of the said detonator based upon its actual spatial position.

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