Ammunition and explosives – Igniting devices and systems – Ignition or detonation circuit
Patent
1988-02-11
1989-05-16
Jordan, Charles T.
Ammunition and explosives
Igniting devices and systems
Ignition or detonation circuit
102215, F42C 1106
Patent
active
048298999
ABSTRACT:
A timing control system is disclosed which is particularly useful in connection with simulated mortar shells. Special circuitry is provided to assure that the shell does not overshoot, but rather detonates early in case of an improper condition; this ensures that ground personnel will not be harmed by a delayed detonation. The system responds to an externally applied frequency control code which is configured to avoid any confusion between different control modes. A premature detonation routine is entered in case an improper time-setting signal is entered, or if the shell is launched before completion of the time-setting sequence. Special provisions are also made for very early launch situations and improper detonator connections. An alternate abort mode is provided to discharge the internal power supply without a detonation in a manner that can be externally monitored, thereby providing a mechanism for non-destructive testing. The abort mode also accelerates the timing function for rapid testing.
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Wells, Jr. George H.
Wiker Gordon A.
Jones Thomas H.
Jordan Charles T.
Manning John R.
McCaul Paul F.
The United States of America as represented by the Adminstrator
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