PROJECT VULCAN, RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT.

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Abstract:

Summarization of work performed on the M61 Gun 20-MM. Topics include Torque reduction and improved parts life Gun components Feeders Targeting studies Muzzle blast study Recoil reaction study Gun gas drive and Gun gas drive spring starter.

Author(s):
Seeman, J. M.
Author Organization(s):
GENERAL ELECTRIC CO BURLINGTON VT
Descriptive Note:
Summary rept. for 16 Jun 61-16 Apr 64,
Annotation:
Project Vulcan: Research and development on M61 Guns (20MM).
Pagination:
0112

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Contract/Grant Number(s):
DA19 020ORD5455
Project Number(s):
SA7663
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application
Communities of Interest:
No COI(s) Identified
Descriptor(s):
*AIRCRAFT GUNS, AUTOMATIC WEAPONS, TORQUE, REDUCTION, LIFE EXPECTANCY(SERVICE LIFE), GUN COMPONENTS, AMMUNITION FEED MECHANISMS, RECOIL MECHANISMS, SPRINGS, GUN CHARGERS, PNEUMATIC EQUIPMENT, MECHANICAL DRAWING, PHOTOGRAPHS, ORDNANCE
Keyword(s):
M 61 GUNS(20 MM)
Report Date:
1964 Jun 16