Variable yield device and method of use
US8371224B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 26, 2008 |
| Grant date | Feb 12, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 28, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF42C19/0846
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus and method for selectively varying the yield of an explosive device is provided. The apparatus generally comprises a main charge that may selectively be consumed and/or detonated to achieve the selected yield ranging from about 0% to about 100%.
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