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Air-Powered Projectile LauncherAir-powered launcher fires plastic projectiles without using explosive propellants. Does not generate high temperatures. Launcher developed for combat training for U.S. Army. With reservoir pressurized, air launcher ready to fire. When pilot valve opened, sleeve (main valve) moves to rear. Projectile rapidly propelled through barrel, pushed by air from reservoir. Potential applications in seismic measurements, avalanche control, and testing impact resistance of windshields on vehicles.
Document ID
19870000034
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other - NASA Tech Brief
Authors
Andrews, T.
(Caltech)
Bjorklund, R. A.
(Caltech)
Elliott, D. G.
(Caltech)
Jones, L. K.
(Caltech)
Date Acquired
August 13, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1987
Publication Information
Publication: NASA Tech Briefs
Volume: 11
Issue: 1
ISSN: 0145-319X
Subject Category
Machinery
Report/Patent Number
NPO-16763
Accession Number
87B10034
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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