Gas-Actuated Valves.

Abstract

A plurality of gas actuated valves capable of high-speed action, great pressure endurance and withstanding shock, vibration and a marine environment. A sliding member, closing the valves inlet ports, may be retained by a frangible flange. Electrically-initiated gas cartridges produce a rapid pressure rise causing the sliding member to be displaced thereby shearing the flange and allowing the sliding member to uncover the inlet ports for ambient fluid entry. A plurality of O-rings minimize functional sensitivity to external pressure and seal the valve against the entry of the ambient fluid. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 22, 1977
Accession Number
ADD004508

Entities

People

  • Thomas Hardesty

Organizations

  • United States Department of the Navy

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Environment
  • Frangible
  • O Rings
  • Rings
  • Sensitivity
  • Vibration

Readers

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) Technology.
  • Systems Analysis and Design