Non-focusing active warhead

Details Non-focusing active warhead Non-focusing active warhead

1979-03-16

1998-12-22

Nelson, Peter A.

Ammunition and explosives

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102491, 102493, F42B 1208

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active

058522565

ABSTRACT:
A non-nuclear, non-focusing, active warhead that comprises a high explosive charge contained within a casing of reactive metal. When the high explosive is detonated, the reactive metal is dispersed and reacts with the air, which significantly increases the explosive yield of the warhead. The active warhead produces therefore much higher blast effects with significantly reduced weight compared to conventional munitions. The warhead is highly effective against such targets as aircraft which typically have thin fuselages, for example. The explosiveness of this warhead can be enhanced further by elevating the temperature and therefore the reactivity of the reactive metal before or during the explosion. New methods of enhancing the reactivity of the metal are also taught.

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