Abstract: A pneumatically operated safe and arm device for use in an ordnance item lizes cam controlled mechanical interlocks to prevent premature arming. This device also utilizes staticdynamic fluid pressure differential to cause the enabled mechanism to proceed with arming after a predetermined ordnance item velocity has been obtained. This pressure differential operates on a piston and rod to store energy within a flexible coil spring. Energy stored within this spring is subsequently released to power rotation of a disc, thereby aligning an out-of-line explosive train and causing switching functions in an electric arming and fuzing circuit.

Abstract: Electric circuitry for fuze mode selection and safe and arm function in an nti-ship guided missile is disclosed. Circuitry provides optional proximity fuze selection, and automatic proximity fuze lockout in case of direct target impact. Target proximity encounter results in instantaneous warhead detonation while direct target impact results in delayed warhead detonation to provide time for target penetration.

Abstract: An air pressure sensing probe for providing static-dynamic differential air ressure to operate a guided missile warhead safety-arming device is disclosed. The probe assembly is hermetically sealed to keep the device free of dirt and moisture during storage. An electrically initiated squib, fired at a predetermined time after missile launch, supplies gas pressure to the base of the probe which acts as a piston. The probe breaks a tip seal, extends laterally out from the missile, and wedges into the erect position. The base of the probe contacts a sliding punch which severs seals from two air pressure conduits and aligns air passageways with static and dynamic pressure ports in the probe. Differential air pressure is thus fed to a safety-arming device which utilizes pneumatic operation.