A separable forward-flotation structure is provided for a water-launchable missile which incorporates nonstrechable locking straps and an electrical interlock which controls the firing circuit of the missile. The missile firing circuit is maintained in a de-energized condition until the straps are physically separated and the flotation means unlocked from the missile. This result is achieved by providing 'on-off' switches associated with the straps, which switches are connected in the missile firing circuit. The switches are depressed to an 'off' position by the pressure of the straps. The straps are detachably locked around both the flotation means and the missile by explosive bolts or the like which are remotely controlled by a suitable electrical circuit.


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    Title :

    Forward Flotation Means for a Water- Launchable Missile


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    1965


    Size :

    1 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English





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