Cart Case Design Flashcards
1
Q
what materials are used in the manufacture of cart cases?
A
brass aluminium combustible materials paper plastic steel
2
Q
what are some desirable properties of cart cases?
A
protection of propellant in storage, transit and handling
to provide an early seal by expanding when gas pressure starts to rise
eithstand seating and extraction forcez
must not be prone to cracking
3
Q
what are the three main parts of a cartridge shape
A
rim
base
taper
4
Q
what are the four rim types
A
rimmed
rimless
semi-rimless
belted
5
Q
what are three methods of manufacturing cart cases?
A
drawing machining moulding wrap spiral wrap
6
Q
wht are the means of attaching a cart case to a projectile?
A
coning canneluring crimping combination indenting press fit stabbing
