Abstract:
Disclosed is a novel pyrotechnic flare article. The flare comprises a cylindrical grain of a pyrotechnic flare composition containing a binder fuel, an oxidizer and a light emitter. The grain is encased in a tight fitting layer of a nonflammable plastic shrink film. The film forms at least two spaced apart flanges extending along the longitudinal axis of the cylindrical grain to prevent the flare from rolling when placed on its side.
Abstract:
An improved pyrotechnic device is provided for use where large quantities of light are required in emergencies. The device comprises a pyrotechnic torch fitted with a parabolic reflector made of fireproof or fire retarded material. The reflector is coupled to the torch so that it can slide longitudinally along the torch to enable the light to focus into a spotlight or floodlight. The entire unit is inexpensive, light, compact and easy to use. It may include a self-match igniter.
Abstract:
AN ALKYLAUMINUM-BASED MATERIAL SUITABLE FOR TRACER APPLICATIONS HAVING A LOWER ALKYLUMINUM COMPOUND SUCH AS TRIETHYLALUMINUM OR MIXTURE THEREOF, AN INORGANIC OXIDIZER, AND OPTIONALLY A FINELY DIVIDED METAL OR METAL HYDRIDE.
Abstract:
AN ILLUMINATING COMPOSITION WHICH, UPON BURNING, PRODUCES INFRARED RADIATION IN THE 0.74-1.2 MICRON REGION OF THE SPECTRUM. THE PRODUCED RADIATION CAN BE UTILIZED TO PRODUCE IRRADIATION UPON A TARGET TO IMPROVE THE RANGE AND RESOLUTION OF A NIGHT VIEWING DEVICE. THE COMPOSITION IS COMPRISED OF SILICON, HEXAMETHYLENETETRAMINE, AN EPOXY BINDER, AND AN ALKALI METAL NITRATE SELECTED FROM THE GROUP CONSISTING OF POTASSIUM NITRATE, CESIUM NITRATE AND RUBIDIUM NITRATE.
Abstract:
A flare has a cylindrical body composed of a solid combustible flare composition. One of the end walls of the body is covered with a non-combustible and heat-resistant covering and the side wall of the body is encompassed with a non-combustible and highly heat-resistant wire netting along its entire length. The netting ends substantially flush with the other end wall of the body. Ignition of the flare composition is started at this other end wall. The wire netting prevents direct access of combustion flames to the side wall of the body thereby impeding premature burning at localized areas of the side wall. It also provides a multitude of passages for the flow of fresh combustion air to the burning composition so that the same is gradually and uniformly consumed whereby the luminous efficiency of the flare is markedly increased.
Abstract:
A small caliber dual colored signal flare having a cartridge case holding a primer and a charge of expelling powder, and a projectile body partially extending into and attached to said cartridge case. The projectile body contains a first pyrotechnic composition which, upon burning, provides a green colored display and also a second pyrotechnic composition which, upon burning after said first composition is consumed, provides a red colored display. The projectile body is provided with an undercut so that after the first pyrotechnic composition is consumed the projectile body will sever in order to provide better illumination of the burning of said second pyrotechnic composition.
Abstract:
There is shown a parachute-borne flare device which is airlifted by a suitable carrier such as a projectile, rocket, etc., and which is automatically ejected from its carrier at a selected point of the trajectory and readied operational for illuminating a specific target such as a ground area. The flare device includes guide vanes which divide the flare emanating at the downwardly facing end of the flare composition body after ignition thereof into several spaced apart partial flares. These partial flares present an approximately linear pattern toward the ground area to be illuminated and are also substantially freed of darkening due to soot and smoke by air flows through the gaps between the partial flares.