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Noise controllable nozzle closure

US3968646A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 28, 1974
Grant dateJul 13, 1976
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Expiry dateJun 28, 1994

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF02K9/978
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A rocket motor nozzle closure for controlling the initial release of prese from the rocket motor nozzle to reduce the occurrence of high pressure shock fronts which are detrimental to the weapon operator. The mass and geometry of the nozzle closure are predetermined to fit the desired motor performance. The release of motor pressure is controlled by the rate of change of momentum of the nozzle closure.

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