A penetrator assembly adaptable to the very high temperature environment encountered in space vehicle atmospheric reentry is disclosed. Features of the assembly include a bayonet plug and a ramp activated lock, eliminating threaded surfaces which are subject to oxidation and subsequent failure. Columbium base metal with a silicide coating is used and provision is made for safety wiring of the ramping washers against unintended rotation in place. Application of the penetrator assembly to a high temperature, pressure probe, orifice installation for a space vehicle is illustrated.
High Temperature Penetrator Assembly with Bayonet Plug and Ramp-Activated Lock
1980
14 pages
Report
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English
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