Performance Comparison of Gemini B Z191 MDF Explosive (DIPAM) to NASA Gemini Z191 MDF Explosive (RDX).

Abstract

During the NASA Gemini program, lead sheathed RDX Mild Detonating Fuse (MDF) was utilized in the Z191 Severance System of the spacecraft. Silver sheathed DIPAM MDF is to be used in the Z191 Severance System of the Gemini B Spacecraft. The test program was conducted to correlate the output energy of silver sheathed DIPAM MDF with that of lead sheathed RDX MDF, and thereby ensure that the Gemini B Reentry Control System (RCS) structure will not sustain structural damage resulting from MDF detonation. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 30, 1968
Accession Number
AD0856540

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  • Control Systems
  • Detonations
  • Energetic Materials
  • Explosions
  • Explosives
  • Spacecraft

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