| Mission Area Overview: Project Manager - Chemical Stockpile Elimination |
07 FEB 2008 |
3 pages |
| Authors:
ARMY CHEMICAL MATERIALS AGENCY ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND MD
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 | The Project Manager Chemical Stockpile Elimination (PM-CSE) PM-CSE is an acquisition PM responsible for the safe destruction of the nation's unitary chemical agents and weapons. The destruction technologies used by PM-CSE include incineration and neutralization. The PM-CSE is one mission area of the U.S. Army Chemical Materials Agency (CMA). CMA's mission is to protect, safely store and destroy the aging chemical weapons stockpile. The PM-CSE, headquartered at the Edgewood area ... |
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| Public Outreach and Participation |
09 NOV 2007 |
4 pages |
| Authors:
ARMY CHEMICAL MATERIALS AGENCY ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND MD
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| The U.S. Army Chemical Materials Agency (CMA) is responsible for safely storing and eliminating chemical agent and munitions stockpiles while ensuring the safety of the public, the work force, and the environment. The Army recognizes the importance of an informed and participating public in disposing of chemical agents. CMA established the public outreach and participation program so that community members can learn about the program and provide input regarding CMA ... |
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| What are Chemical Agents and Chemical Weapons? |
08 JUN 2007 |
3 pages |
| Authors:
ARMY CHEMICAL MATERIALS AGENCY ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND MD
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| Chemical agents are toxic liquid compounds. The nation's stockpile consists of two principal types of chemical agents: nerve and blister. These agents are securely stored at seven locations in the United States and are either contained in one of five types of munitions or stored in steel bulk storage containers, called ton containers. The ton containers hold about 170 gallons of liquid agent and weigh approximately 1,600 pounds empty. Over ... |
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| Our Mission |
06 FEB 2007 |
3 pages |
| Authors:
ARMY CHEMICAL MATERIALS AGENCY ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND MD
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| The mission of the U.S. Army Chemical Materials Agency (CMA) is to protect, safely store, and destroy aging chemical weapons while working toward the effective recovery, treatment, and ultimate elimination of the nation's chemical warfare materiel. The CMA headquarters management team, as well as scientific, communications, and support staff, is based at the Edgewood Area of the Aberdeen Proving Ground in Maryland, while other dedicated managers and staff fulfill the ... |
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| Radiological Dispersal Devices: Select Issues in Consequence Management |
07 DEC 2004 |
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| Authors:
Dana A. Shea; LIBRARY OF CONGRESS WASHINGTON DC CONGRESSIONAL RESEARCH SERVICE
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 | The threat of terrorist detonation of a dirty bomb, one type of radiological dispersal device (RDD), has focused public attention on efforts to counter use of this weapon. An RDD attack might cause casualties, economic damage and potentially, public panic, though experts disagree on the likely magnitude of each of these effects. The impact of an RDD attack would depend on many variables, such as meteorological conditions, type and amount ... |
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| Scientific and Technical Support Services. Toxicity of Microbial Metabolites of 2,4,6-Trinitrotoluene (TNT) |
SEP 1993 |
12 pages |
| Authors:
Richard Beers; GEO-CENTERS INC NEWTON CENTRE MA
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| A review of the available literature on the known microbial metabolites of the explosive TNT has been carried out. Of the nine metabolites that have been identified and characterized in the reductive biotransformation pathway, only five acute toxicity studies have been reported on 2-amino-4,6- dinitrotoluene and 4-amino-2,6-dinitrotoluene. The results indicate that they are not acutely toxic in rats and mice. The Ames Salmonella bioassay was the only other study reported ... |
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| JPRS Report, Arms Control |
20 JUL 1993 |
49 pages |
| Authors:
JOINT PUBLICATIONS RESEARCH SERVICE ARLINGTON VA
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| This report contains arms control articles concerning the following areas: (1) China, (2) Australia, (3) Near East/South Asia, (4) Commonwealth of Independent States, and (5) West Europe. |
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| JPRS Report, Arms Control |
25 FEB 1993 |
50 pages |
| Authors:
JOINT PUBLICATIONS RESEARCH SERVICE ARLINGTON VA
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| This report contains arms control articles concerning the following areas: (1) China, (2) East Asia, (3) Near East/South Asia, (4) Commonwealth of Independent States, (5) Conventional Forces in Europe, and (6) west Europe. |
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| JPRS Report: Proliferation Issues |
07 JAN 1993 |
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| Authors:
JOINT PUBLICATIONS RESEARCH SERVICE ARLINGTON VA
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| This report contains foreign media information on issues related to worldwide proliferation and transfer activities in nuclear, chemical, and biological weapons, including delivery systems and the transfer of weapons- relevant technologies. |
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| Optical and Magnetic Signatures of Localized Excitations in Pernigraniline: Role of Neutral Solitons |
29 JUN 92 |
21 pages |
| Authors:
W. P. Su; A. J. Epstein; PENNSYLVANIA UNIV PHILADELPHIA DEPT OF CHEMISTRY
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| Using a tight-binding Hamiltonian we study the Peierls distorted form of polyaniline, the pernigraniline base (PNB) polymer. Both bond order and ring torsional degrees of freedom are considered in the conformational relaxation. The geometrical and electronic structures of the localized solitonic and polaronic excitations are calculated. Comparison with available optical and magnetic measurements is made. Particular emphasis is placed on the spectroscopic and magnetic features of neutral solitons. |
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| Physical Constraints on Seismic Waves from Chemical and Nuclear Explosions |
22 APR 92 |
190 pages |
| Authors:
Brian Stump; Robert Reinke; Ken Olsen; Lane Johnson; Sharon Reamer; SOUTHERN METHODIST UNIV DALLAS TX DEPT OF GEOLOGICAL SCIENCES
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| Quantification of physical processes near an explosion that contribute to the radiated seismic wavefield was the goal of this work. Characterization of both nuclear and chemical explosions using near-source observations was conducted. This report is divided into six sections. The first is a review research in nuclear seismology, Nuclear Explosion Seismology: Verification, Source Theory, Wave Propagation and Politics. The second contribution reviews the types of free-field and free surface data ... |
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| Metabolic Energy Costs of USAF Explosive Ordnance Disposal Render Safe Procedures: Field Determinations |
MAY 91 |
28 pages |
| Authors:
Larry P. Kroch; ARMSTRONG LAB BROOKS AFB TX
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| The primary mission of the USAF Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technicians is to render safe munition--conventional chemical, biological or nuclear--that pose a safety hazard during peacetime as well as wartime. The physical work is quite varied; a specific task may require only a few minutes with minimal physical effort, or may require many hours and be very physically demanding. This study measured the metabolic requirements of two EOD teams performing ... |
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| Bigeye Bomb: Evaluation of Operational Tests |
AUG 89 |
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| Authors:
GENERAL ACCOUNTING OFFICE WASHINGTON DC PROGRAM EVALUATION AND METHODOLOGY DI V
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| This letter report is an unclassified summary of our classified report (GAO/C-PEMD-89-2) that analyzes the operational testing of the Bigeye bomb. The Bigeye bomb is a 500-pound air-delivered binary chemical weapon that generates a persistent nerve agent (VX) from two nontoxic chemicals that mix together inside the bomb following release from an aircraft. GAO personnel monitored the operational tests of the Bigeye weapon. The report also analyzes other data relevant ... |
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| JPRS Report, Arms Control |
21 JUN 1989 |
40 pages |
| Authors:
JOINT PUBLICATIONS RESEARCH SERVICE ARLINGTON VA
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| Foreign Broadcast Information Service (FBlS) and Joint Publications Research Service (JPRS) publications contain political, economic, military, and sociological news, commentary, and other information, as well as scientific and technical data and reports. All information has been obtained from foreign radio and television broadcasts, news agency transmissions, newspapers, books, and periodicals. Items generally are processed from the first or best available source, it should not be inferred that they have been ... |
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| Present and Future U.S. and Soviet Chemical Missiles and Chemical Rocket Projectiles |
16 JUN 89 |
11 pages |
| Authors:
Zhang Guochang; FOREIGN TECHNOLOGY DIV WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB OH
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| In the Soviet and U.S. arsenal of chemical weapons, chemical missiles and chemical rocket projectiles occupy an especially important position. The missiles are a kind of risk-free remote chemical assault device, while the rocket projectiles are powerful antipersonnel weapons effective at close range and over a large area. Both countries have devoted a great effort to the development of chemical missiles and rocket projectiles. Currently, the U.S.S.R. has a clear ... |
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| Deposition Modeling and Effectiveness Evaluation Using Chemical Weapon Field Trial Dispersion Data |
MAR 88 |
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| Authors:
J. T. Klopcic; Tracy P. Hindman; ARMY BALLISTIC RESEARCH LAB ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND MD
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| A technique, supported by three interactive, graphic computer codes, has been developed for analysis of the field trial data from the BIGEYE chemical weapon system. The procedure produces best fit values for input parameters to the NUSSE3 chemical dispersion model. Using those values plus certain scenario information (delivery parameters, meteorology), analysts were able to expand single or few round tests into realistic attacks on actual, potential targets. The entire process ... |
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| Lethal Clouds over Europe (Todeswolken ueber Europa) |
12 APR 1982 |
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| Authors:
NAVAL INTELLIGENCE SUPPORT CENTER WASHINGTON DC TRANSLATION DIV
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| Improved Abort and Extended Arming Delay for FMU-50/B Bomb Fuze. |
NOV 1970 |
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| Authors:
J. A. Pehrson; HONEYWELL INC HOPKINS MN ORDNANCE DIV
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| The purpose of the research was: to summarize the technical design and development effort on the FMU-50/bomb fuze improved abort and extended arming delay, and to substantiate that the technical design and development objectives were achieved. |
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| Minutes of the Tenth Explosives Safety Seminar. Sheraton Hotel, Louisville, Kentucky, 13-15 August 1968. Volume II |
AUG 1968 |
26 pages |
| Authors:
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE EXPLOSIVES SAFETYBOARD ALEXANDRIA VA
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| Contents: The US Army CB Weapons Surety Program; Simultaneity of Explosions -- Where and When; A Look at Explosive Safety from the R and D viewpoint; New R and D Explosive Items which may Aggravate Explosives. |
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| Dynamic Drop and Vibration Tests of a CNU-104/E Shipping Container |
JAN 1968 |
36 pages |
| Authors:
Dave Bogan; C. M. Swatek Jr; NASH-HAMMOND INC CITY OF INDUSTRY CA
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| This report presents the results of rough handling and vibration tests of a CNU-104/E shipping container; the container was designed to protect the fully loaded TFDM dispenser and pallet from damage during shipment. The purpose of the tests was to ascertain the practicability of a rotationally molded high density linear polyethylene shipping container to provide protection during shipment and long-term storage. |
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| CBU-30/A INCAPACITATING MUNITIONS SYSTEM. |
OCT 1967 |
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| Authors:
E. M. Hedden; D. C. Hawkins; AEROJET-GENERAL CORP DOWNEY CA
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| The objective was to design and develop an incapacitating agent munition that is dispensed from the SUU-13 dispenser. In operation the SUU-13/A dispensing tubes eject modules containing an expulsion charge and 32 modified E49 submunitions. After functioning, the submunitions serve as multiple point sources of agent CS. |
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| FMU-65/B FUZE DEVELOPMENT. |
SEP 1967 |
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| Authors:
A. E. Kraemer; HONEYWELL INC HOPKINS MN
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| The FMU-65/B fuze was designed to provide impact initiation to the BLU-39/B23 CS munition in the CBU-30 system without altering the skittering action of the munition. After arming problems were corrected, tests were conducted with the FMU-65/B fuze housed in the BLU-39/B23 canister. The CS pyrotechnic mixture burning rate was too erratic to allow the use of the fuze case as an orifice to produce skitter. When it was determined ... |
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| AN EVALUATION OF ALUMINUM ALLOYS. |
JUN 1967 |
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| Authors:
Francis B. Gurtner; Paul K. Shutt Jr; EDGEWOOD ARSENAL ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND MD
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| The purpose of this report is to discuss the basic requirements for agent container-vehicles with respect to the physical and mechanical properties of aluminum alloys. The physical, mechanical, and fabrication properties that determine whether the alloys are favorable or unfavorable for use as agent containers are detailed. It is concluded that conventional methods and materials should be replaced by new ones directed toward the development of alloys with a high ... |
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| Pop-Up Adapter for the M23 Chemical Land Mine |
1967 |
20 pages |
| Authors:
CORNELL AERONAUTICAL LAB INC ITHACA NY
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| Mines of all types are, and have been, an integral and indispensable element of all combat operations and are of particular interest in the present-day, limited-type war. Until the mine is replaced by other devices, tactics, or techniques of superior over-all performance, there will be a continuing interest in methods for the improvement of the capabilities of mines. The 'Pop-Up' adapter to the M23 Chemical Land Mine has been developed ... |
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| Shipping and Storage Container Mark 398 Mod 0 Development, Test, and Evaluation. |
01 OCT 1964 |
36 pages |
| Authors:
NAVAL WEAPONS CENTER CHINA LAKE CA
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| This ordnance data describes the development and evaluation test program of the shipping and storage container, Mark 398 Mod O, for the Weteye weapon. (Author) |
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| HAZARD CLASSIFICATION TEST FOR STORAGE, HANDLING, AND DISPOSAL OF M43 BOMB CLUSTER, BZ-FILLED, 750-LB, AND M44 GENERATOR CLUSTER, BZ-FILLED, 175-LB |
30 MAR 1964 |
60 pages |
| Authors:
ARMY DUGWAY PROVING GROUND UT
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| Hazard Classification tests of M43 bomb and M44 generator clusters to determine hazards incidental to handling and storage and to evaluate open-fire burning for munitions disposal are described. Interim data are furnished. |
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| A BASIC STUDY OF VACUUM-FUSION ANALYSIS OF REFRACTORY METALS FOR GASES |
May-1962 |
53 pages |
| Authors:
M W MALLETT; D F KOHLER; BATTELLE MEMORIAL INST COLUMBUS OH
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| Various techniques for determination of oxygen in the refractory metals columbium, tantalum, molybdenum, and tungsten by the vacuum fusion method were evaluated. The platinum bath at 1900 C and a Pt:M ratio as low as 1:1 is satisfactory for columbium and tantalum. An iron bath at 1650 C and a maximum molybdenum or tungsten content of 30 per cent is recommended for molybdenum and tungsten. Hydrogen absorption by a Hopcalite-Ascarite ... |
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| U. S. NAVAL ORDNANCE LABORATORY NAVORD AND NAVWEPS REPORTS PUBLISHED BY THE AEROBALLISTICS RESEARCH AREA 1 JANUARY 1960 - 31 DECEMBER 1961 |
13 APR 1962 |
51 pages |
| Authors:
HELEN A. SMITH; NAVAL ORDNANCE LAB WHITE OAK MD
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| SHIPBOARD PROBLEMS AND REQUIREMENTS FOR HANDLING AND STOWAGE OF CHEMICAL MUNITIONS |
14 NOV 1961 |
52 pages |
| Authors:
M. RIESS; J. B. WILCOX; P.W . NAYLOR; NAVAL ORDNANCE LAB WHITE OAK MD
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| Recommendations are made for the shipboard stow-AGE AND HANDLING OF TOXIC CHEMICAL WARFARE (CW) munitions. Weapons expected to be in the Navy stockpile until 1965 are considered. Munition safety requirements and packaging, stowage and handling precautions, emergency and decontamination procedures, detection, and medical facilities are considered. It is concluded that shipboard safety of CW munitions can be achieved if proper precautionary measures are adopted, and personnel are thoroughly indoctrinated in ... |
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| STUDY OF THE COMPOSITION OF THE LIGHT FRACTIONS OF SOVIET CRUDES (ISSLEDOVANIYE SOSTAVA LEGKIKH FRAKTSIY SOVETSKIKH NEFTY) |
OCT 1960 |
46 pages |
| Authors:
A. V. Topchiyev; B. A. Kazanskiy; I. A. Musayev; G. D. Gal'pern; M. M. Kusakov; A. F. Plate; FOREIGN TECHNOLOGY DIV WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB OH
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| A survey of the principal work on analysis of the light fractions of USSR crudes is presented. In connection with USSR development of the construction of aircraft and automobile engines and expansion of the chemical industry, it became necessary to make detailed studies of the hydrocarbon composition of the benzene-kerosene fractions of petroleum. The study of the structure and properties of the hydrocarbons contained in petroleum fractions and petroleum products ... |
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| STUDY OF THE FEASIBILITY OF DEVELOPING A PROXIMITY FUZE FOR CHEMICAL CORPS MUNITIONS |
MAY 1957 |
48 pages |
| Authors:
DIAMOND ORDNANCE FUZE LABS WASHINGTON DC
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| A STUDY AND EVALUATION OF LIQUID-LEVEL AND LIQUID-VOLUME CONTROLS FOR SHELL-, ROCKET-, AND BOMB-FILLING MACHINES |
01 JUN 1953 |
14 pages |
| Authors:
THOMAS M. BOLAND; WILLIAM HECOX; BATTELLE MEMORIAL INST COLUMBUS OH
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| Accuracy tests on the improved weigh filler were run, and the results proved very favorable. For 500-gram fill weights, the maximum error was 0.3 per cent; for 1000-gram fill weights, 0.35 per cent. A device for pecific-gravity compensation was built and installed on the weigh filler. Its operation is satisfactory. Progress on the liquid-level filling control includes construction of a flow system with suitable valve-control circuits and the design of ... |
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| Dynamic Test of Spherical Radiological Munitions |
15 MAY 1953 |
50 pages |
| Authors:
ARMY DUGWAY PROVING GROUND UT
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| The objectives of this test were (1) to assess the radiation fields produced by several E78R4 individual spherical munitions filled with radioactive agent when airburst at varying altitudes, and (2) to determine the effect of weathering on the ground contamination. Six simulant-filled munitions and 16 agent-filled munitions were dropped. No data were obtained from the simulant- filled munitions because the litharge failed to form a cloud to indicate the opening ... |
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| Static Test of Four Segments of Full-Diameter Sectional Munitions, E83 |
07 MAY 1953 |
77 pages |
| Authors:
ARMY DUGWAY PROVING GROUND UT
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| The objectives of this test were (1) to determine the effect of shaping the explosive charge of the modified radiological bomb, E83 type, on the dispersion of compressed pellets of radioactive tantalum dust, and (2) to assess the radiation fields produced. Four sectional RW munitions were functioned. Readings were taken of the gamma-radiation intensity produced by the four munitions, and area coverage was tabulated for various radiation-intensity levels. There were ... |
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| A STUDY AND EVALUATION OF LIQUID-LEVEL AND LIQUID-VOLUME CONTROLS FOR SHELL-, ROCKET-, AND BOMB-FILLING MACHINES |
01 MAY 1953 |
15 pages |
| Authors:
THOMAS M. BOLAND; WILLIAM HECOX; BATTELLE MEMORIAL INST COLUMBUS OH
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| Consideration given to three liquid control systems of filling munitions to a given level. Two of these systems employ ultrasonic techniques, and the third, an e1ectrical conductance probe. The system incorporating the conductance probe has been selected for construction and development. A description and drawing of the improved Annin-valve-drive mechanism is also presented. |
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| A STUDY AND EVALUATION OF LIQUID-LEVEL AND LIQUID-VOLUME CONTROLS FOR SHELL-, ROCKET-, AND BOMB-FILLING MACHINES |
31 MAR 1953 |
14 pages |
| Authors:
THOMAS M. BOLAND; WILLIAM HECOX; BATTELLE MEMORIAL INST COLUMBUS OH
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| The latest improvements added to the weigh filler are described. These involve a rate circuit, and also a device which positions leaf springs so that they engage the shadograph lever arm as it moves away from balance. Tests of the filling system made f llowing the addition of these improvements showed that its accuracy was better than one per cent for 500gram fill and also for 1000-gram fill. Results of ... |
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| A STUDY AND EVALUATION OF LIQUID-LEVEL AND LIQUID-VOLUME CONTROLS FOR SHELL-, ROCKET-, AND BOMB-FILLING MACHINES |
27 FEB 1953 |
21 pages |
| Authors:
THOMAS M. BOLAND; WILLIAM H. PEAKE; BATTELLE MEMORIAL INST COLUMBUS OH
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| A preliminary analysis of the use of sonic or ultrasonic techniq es for the determination of munition-cavity volume is presented. Results of this analysis indicate that a device of t is type may be suitable as a check for volume measurements of both empty and filled munitions. Preliminary calculations pertaining to a 2600ml shell volume are included. A method of compensation for variations in the specific gravity of the liquid ... |
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| A STUDY AND EVALUATION OF LIQUID-LEVEL AND LIQUID-VOLUME CONTROLS FOR SHELL-, ROCKET-, AND BOMB-FILLING MACHINES |
30 JAN 1953 |
15 pages |
| Authors:
THOMAS M. BOLAND; WILLIAM HECOX; BATTELLE MEMORIAL INST COLUMBUS OH
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| The sequencing control equipment was constructed and installed in the constant-vol me munitionfilling device. This circuit provides automatic c ntrol of the entire filling- peration cycle. T e ervo otor drive that operates the Annin valve was modified, and its performance improved. The servomotor, gearbox, and rate generator have been mounted into a c mpact unit, providing precision operation and sturdy construction. Late delivery of Annin valve seats and plugs ... |
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| A STUDY AND EVALUATION OF LIQUID-LEVEL AND LIQUID-VOLUME CONTROLS FOR SHELL-, ROCKET-, AND BOMB-FILLING MACHINES |
31 DEC 1952 |
11 pages |
| Authors:
THOMAS M. BOLAND; WILLIAM HECOX; BATTELLE MEMORIAL INST COLUMBUS OH
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| The basic construction of the filling system that weighs the desired amount of liquid in an inter ediate chamber is completed, except for the automatic-sequencing control equipment. Initial tests have been made of this system, and overfilling results. To remove this undesirable effect, modificati n of the servo system and valve-operating mechani m is necessary. Several such modifications are pr posed and are, or will be, effected. |
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| A STUDY AND EVALUATION OF LIQUID-LEVEL AND LIQUID-VOLUME CONTROLS FOR SHELL-, ROCKET-, AND BOMB-FILLING MACHINES |
30 SEP 1952 |
24 pages |
| Authors:
THOMAS M. BOLAND; WILLIAM HECOX; BATTELLE MEMORIAL INST COLUMBUS OH
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| AN ART-TYPE SEARCH WAS CONDUCTED OF THE PATENT LITERATURE DEALING WITH ITEMS THAT MAY BE INCORPORATED INTO A MUNITIONS-FILLING SYSTEM. The results of this search are reviewed. A considerable number of patents on constant-volume filling machines an liquid-level indicator were discovered. Further technical information on system components was received also. The selection of a system which appears most suitable for volume filling of shells, rockets, and bombs has been made. ... |
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| BOMBS AND ASSOCIATED COMPONENTS. PARTIAL REPORT NUMBER 27. ACCELERATION TEST OF CHEMICAL CORPS MUNITIONS. PARTIAL REPORT NUMBER 1 |
18 FEB 1952 |
18 pages |
| Authors:
L. P. Mitchell; NAVAL PROVING GROUND DAHLGREN VA
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| The Fragmentation of Liquid C.W. Agents |
14 MAY 1941 |
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| Authors:
A. E. Childs; CHEMICAL DEFENCE EXPERIMENTAL ESTABLISHMENT PORTON DOWN (UNITED KINGDOM)
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