Accession Number:

ADD002696

Title:

Solenoid.

Descriptive Note:

Patent,

Corporate Author:

DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY WASHINGTON D C

Personal Author(s):

• Robison,Leslie P.

Report Date:

1976-03-23

Pagination or Media Count:

5.0

Abstract:

The patent relates to an improved solenoid release mechanism for air dropped ordnance apparatus and the like. It has two pivoted jaws which are locked in closed position when the solenoid coil is energized and are spring biased to the closed position with sufficient force such that a force of about nine pounds in a downward direction will open them when the solenoid coil is not energized. An adjustment device is provided for the biasing means for each of the jaws.

Descriptors:

• *Arming devices
• *Release mechanisms
• *Solenoids
• *Patents
• Bombs
• Latches
• Springs

Subject Categories:

• Aerial Bombs

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE