Underwater gun comprising a passive fluidic barrel seal
US8046947B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 30, 2008 |
| Grant date | Nov 1, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 14, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF41F3/10
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus and method for sealing the barrel of an underwater gun between firings is disclosed. The apparatus clears the barrel and/or prevents water from entering the barrel based on pressure variations.
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