INVESTIGATION OF STOWAGE HAZARDS IN AIR LAUNCHED MISSILE MAGAZINES: STOWAGE OF SPARROW MOTOR X113C7 (1.8 KS 7800)

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Abstract:

Hazards which may be inherent in the stowage of air launched missiles in shipboard magazines have been investigated. Results are presented of an evaluation of the stowage practices, arrangements, and protective equipment for the X113C7 SPARROW missile motor, to predict the probability of chain ignition of motors and warheads. Tests conducted simulated conditions in CVA 61 and 62 magazines. Author

Author(s):
Quillin, R. H.
Author Organization(s):
NAVAL WEAPONS LAB DAHLGREN VA
Pagination:
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Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
1745
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means
Communities of Interest:
Weapons Technologies
Descriptor(s):
*GUIDED MISSILE WARHEADS, *GUIDED MISSILES, *ROCKET ENGINES, AIR TO AIR, DAMAGE CONTROL, HANDLING, HAZARDS, IGNITION, SAFETY EQUIPMENT, SHIP FIRES, SHIPBOARD, SPRINKLERS, STORAGE, TEST METHODS
Field(s)/Group(s):
Guided Missile Launching and Basing Support
Keyword(s):
SPARROW
Report Date:
1961 Mar 01