Mass Human Delousing Spray Gun

Abstract

An advanced prototype mass human delousing spray gun was developed from evaluation of current system, pediculicide flow property testing, and volumetric metering device design and testing. The prototype gun meters 2.7 grams consistently. Exhibits no leakage or jamming; and reduces operator fatigue due to trigger actuation by an order of magnitude. The prototype gun can be completely disassembled for maintenance and O-ring seal replacement. Recommendations for the production gun configuration include reduced hopper size for 1.8 gram dosages, reduced weight via alternative material, internal cartridge valves, internal air passages, encapsulated cylinders, ruggedized handle and relocated air supply fitting.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 16, 1991
Accession Number
ADA244652

Entities

People

  • John H. Burke

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Abstracts
  • Actuators
  • Air Supplies
  • Biomedical Research
  • Bulk Materials
  • Chemical Synthesis
  • Chemistry
  • Dermatologic Agents
  • Fluids
  • Maintenance
  • Materials
  • Medical Personnel
  • Production
  • Spray Guns
  • Sprays
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Test Methods

Readers

  • Aerosol Science/Aerosol Physics
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Polymer Science and Engineering.