Multi-purpose bomblet

Details Multi-purpose bomblet Multi-purpose bomblet

1982-07-06

1984-07-10

Jordan, Charles T.

Ammunition and explosives

Drop bombs

Fragmentation

102364, 102393, 102493, F42B 2514, F42B 2516

Patent

active

044585969

ABSTRACT:
A multi-purpose bomblet is designed for accomplishing various military mions. A standoff spike and shaped charged are provided for piercing heavy armor and a fragmentation case surrounds the shaped charge. Upon detonation of the shaped charge, the fragmentation case disintegrates to provide shrapnel which is effective against personnel. An inner liner of incendiary material also surrounds the shaped charge and, upon detonation of the shaped charge, the incendiary material is ignited and dispersed and is useful for starting fires.

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