Comparison Evaluation of Explosive Diver Recall Devices

Abstract

NEDU evaluated non-developmental explosive diver recall devices for inclusion on the Diving Equipment Authorized for Navy Use List. The devices tested were: Broco MK 2 MOD 0 and MOD 1, Hands Fireworks SC-81 and SC-810, Compact Energy, Ltd. N1 MK 1, and the military M-80. Characteristics that were evaluated include acoustic output, fragmentation production, human factors, operational reliability and end item cost. Based on the comparison of these factors, the Broco MK 2 MOD 0 is deemed most suitable for Navy SCUBA operations where an explosive type recall device is required. Also, due to safety and reliability problems, it is recommended that the M-80 (NSN 1370-00-028-5252) be removed from the ANU as soon as suitable substitutes are in the fleet.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 1991
Accession Number
ADA242471

Entities

People

  • Garry Ashton
  • Joseph J. Sabo

Organizations

  • United States Navy Experimental Diving Unit

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Autonomy
  • Counter IED
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Abstracts
  • Acoustic Measurement
  • Availability
  • Classification
  • Divers
  • Diving
  • End Items
  • Explosive Charges
  • Explosives
  • Fragmentation
  • Materials
  • Measurement
  • Reliability
  • Security
  • Sound Pressure
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Test Facilities

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  • Materials Science