Toxicity Investigation of Navy Gun Mounts.
Abstract
This report documents engineering investigations of potential toxicity hazards in enclosed Navy gun mounts and techniques for hazard elimination. Guns ranged in bore size from 3 to 16 in. Carbon monoxide emerged as the primary threat to health. A severe potential hazard was isolated in certain mounts. Design factors involved are: (1) propellant charges; (2) breech opening times; (3) bore evacuators; (4) gas ejectors; (5) case ejection times; and (6) mount ventilation provisions. Tactical factors involved are: (1) number of rounds fired; (2) rate of fire; and (3) relative winds. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 01, 1974
- Accession Number
- AD0920531
Entities
People
- T. E. Loxley
Organizations
- Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division