Release mechanism in missile

Details Release mechanism in missile Release mechanism in missile

2005-08-16

2005-08-16

Behrend, Harvey E. (Department: 3641)

Ammunition and explosives

Having reaction motor

Having separation means

C102S253000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06928931

ABSTRACT:
A release mechanism between a projectile and a rocket motor in a missile. The projectile releases from the rocket motor during flight of the missile when the rocket motor burns out and aerodynamic retardation commences. The front end of the rocket motor comprises a forward closure, a lock retainer received and movable within the forward closure, at least one lock, at least one spring that biases the lock against the lock retainer in a direction opposite the to the direction of motion of the missile. The rear end of the projectile has a central boss surrounded by the forward closure of the rocket motor, wherein the boss comprises recesses or a circumferential groove in which the at least one lock lies and keeps the forward closure and the boss axially together.

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