Minimum Nonpropagation Distance for 8-Inch M509 HE Projectiles.

Abstract

As part of the overall modernization and expansion of LAP (Load-Assembly-Pack) manufacturing explosive facilities, the Special Technology Branch, Energetic Systems Process Division, LCWSL of ARRADCOM, Dover, New Jersey, is presently engaged in the development of safety criteria in support of LAP facilities. One of these criteria is the safe separation distance between 8-inch M509 HE projectiles as they are transported along the production line. The actual test program consisted of a series of tests, each using three test specimens within their prototype transfer pallets, aligned in a straight line and elevated to simulate the conveyor system. The test specimens were all mounted within prototype transfer pallets using V-shaped steel shielding. From these tests, it was concluded that the projectiles could be spaced 1.5 meters (5.0 feet) from each other.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1981
Accession Number
ADA098656

Entities

People

  • Richard M. Rindner
  • William M. Stirrat

Organizations

  • United States Army Armament Research, Development and Engineering Center

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Ammunition
  • Assembly
  • Assembly Lines
  • Conveyors
  • Detonations
  • Energetic Materials
  • Engineering
  • Explosions
  • Explosive Ordnance Disposal
  • Explosives
  • Ignition Systems
  • Manufacturing
  • Munitions
  • Projectiles
  • Prototypes
  • Shielding
  • Weapons

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
  • ballistics.

Technology Areas

  • Space
  • Space - Hall-Effect Thruster