Device for Underwater Cryogenic Cutting.
Abstract
An underwater cutting or penetrating device includes a source of liquid nitrogen for cooling a workpiece to a cryogenic temperature before impact by an explosively driven member. Attachment by magnet or clamp, and provision for confining the coolant by flexible gasket or boot are described. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 27, 1982
- Accession Number
- ADD010476
Entities
People
- James H. Elkins
Organizations
- United States Department of the Navy