Tungsten penetrators

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1993-04-05

1995-08-15

Mai, Ngoclan

Ammunition and explosives

Projectiles

Composite

102519, 428911, F42B 1200

Patent

active

054409950

ABSTRACT:
An improved tungsten penetrator employing tungsten whiskers of various crystalline orientations--specifically the [100] orientation. The penetrator has enhanced penetration ability and strength.

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Vennett et al., "Multiple Necking of Tunsten Fibers in a Brass--Tungsten Composite", Metallurgical Transactions, vol. 1, pp. 1569-1575 (Jun. 1970).

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