Improved Booster.
Abstract
This invention provides a modification of the aforementioned Phoenix booster having improved safety characteristics in that the aforementioned plastic cup has been removed to allow the aluminum cup to fully assume the function of a rupturable diaphragm. The use of the aluminum cup as a rupturable diaphragm improves the safety characteristics of the booster in that, if flames do come into close proximity to the booster, the likelihood that the booster charge will cook-off rather than explode is increased. The booster of this invention consists of a housing, an explosive booster charge within the housing and an aluminum cup holding the explosive charge in place. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 03, 1980
- Accession Number
- ADD007561
Entities
People
- Anthony Sa. Miguel
Organizations
- United States Department of the Navy