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Process for removing the fuze from explosive projectiles using fluid jet technology

US7225716B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMay 12, 2000
Grant dateJun 5, 2007
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Expiry dateMay 12, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF42B33/062
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A process for defuzing explosive projectiles using fluid jet technology. It is preferred that two or more projectiles be defuzed simultaneously in the same defuzing apparatus. The explosive material can also be removed from the casing by fluid jet technology, after the projectile has been defuzed.

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