DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION OF A HAND HELD WIRE GUN

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Abstract:

A hand-held version of a wire gun was developed, and a sample lot fabricated for use in controlled tests. During limited development time, the device displayed excellent operational characteristics. Further testing is required to determine accurately its adequacy against intended targets. Complete descriptions are given of the design and operation of the wire gun.

Author(s):
Grandy, A. J. ; Hettel, J. W.
Author Organization(s):
FRANKFORD ARSENAL PHILADELPHIA PA
Descriptive Note:
Memorandum
Pagination:
0079

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
M-62-19-1
Project Number(s):
596-10-001
Monitor Series:
FA
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_6.4.1_Secure Information Exchange; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_1.2.6_Concepts; JCA_6.4_Information Assurance; JCA_6_Net Centric
Communities of Interest:
Weapons Technologies
Descriptor(s):
*SMALL ARMS, *GUNS, CONTROL, OPERATION, PERSONNEL, CONTAINERS, WIRE
Field(s)/Group(s):
Guns
Keyword(s):
WIRE GUNS
Report Date:
1962 Feb 01