Controlled release device Patent
Controlled release device for use in launching rockets or missiles
Burcham, T. W.↗
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Controlled release device for use in launching rockets or missiles
Controlled release device that retards motion by extruding or drawing a tapered ductile pin through a die will control launch vehicle motion at liftoff. The device prevents the damaging dynamic stresses that are imposed on the vehicle when it is instantaneously released at full thrust.