Repeatable Explosive-Driven Pulse Generator System
Abstract
A device is described which generates electrical pulses from low explosives without selfdestructing. The device incorporates an explosive propellant actuator coupled to an explosive propellant driver which drives a rare-earth permanent magnet linear generator to generate the electric pulse. A mechanical pneumatic-spring mechanism provides a method of system recovery and reset. Although the proof-of-principle laboratory device generates pulses in the milliwatt range (using a .22 caliber Hornet case), the technology it represents may be scalable to produce peak power pulses above a megawatt. The results of a series of live test firings conducted in the fall of 1986 and into the spring of 1987 are discussed in some detail.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 1987
- Accession Number
- ADA634403
Entities
People
- D. J. Hall
- R. L. Schlicher
Organizations
- Air Force Research Laboratory