Pistol And Fuzes

Question 0

Where can pistols be mounted?

Answer 0

Nose and tail only

Question 1

What are the characteristics of a pistol?

Answer 1

No explosive content
Used with a separated det
No hazard once removed
Explosive train remains in the weapon

DETS ARE NOT REMOVED AFTER 14 DAYS

Question 2

What are the characteristics of a fuze?

Answer 2

Primary explosive charge

Removal will break the explosive train

Fuzes are still dangerous once removed

Question 3

Where are the explosives located in a fuze?

Answer 3

Explosive contents in the magazine

Explosive motors (squibs) in mechanism

Question 4

If it’s made from brass is it a pistol or fuze?

Answer 4

Pistol

Question 5

What are the 3 classifications of pistol and fuzes?

Answer 5

Position in store

Method of arming

Functioning action

Question 6

The 4 different position in store?

Answer 6

Nose only
Tail only
Transverse only
Multi position

Question 7

What are the four methods of arming a pistol or fuse?

Answer 7

Mechanical
Electrical
Electromechanical
Combination

Question 8

What is meant by electromechanical arming?

Answer 8

An electrical import allows a mechanical action.

Electrical input which may operate an actuator, solenoid or gas piston which unlocks an arming vain allowing it to turn.

Question 9

What is combination arming and what is its purpose?

Answer 9

The use of more than one arming action to increase safety.

One action alone will not arm the pistol or fuse.

Question 10

What are the four most common methods of achieving a long delay action?

Answer 10

Chemical
Material creep
Clockwork
Electrical

Question 11

In which position would you expect to find an influence fuse fitted to a bomb?

Answer 11

At the nose

Question 12

What type of fuze directly targets the BDO?

Answer 12

Protective fusing

Question 13

What is the purpose of long delay fusing?

Answer 13

To be a nuisance to tie up the enemy forces and delays recovery.

Question 14

What functioning actions can smart fuses have?

Answer 14

Influence
Impact
Long delay
Anti disturbance

Question 15

What does CS stand for?

Answer 15

Cock striker

Question 16

What are the 8 types of functioning actions?

Answer 16

Airburst
Influence
Impact
Long delay
Anti disturbance
Protective
Modular (smart)
Hydrostatic

Question 17

What are the 6 types of airbust?

Answer 17

Mechanical time (clockwork)
Mechanical
Barometric
Pyrotechnic timer
Electrical
Blast pressure

Question 18

What are the types of influence?

Answer 18

Radio (most common)
Light
Heat
Sound
Magnetic
Lazer

Question 19

Impact - What are the three sub-groups?

Answer 19

Direct - nose only
Indirect - tail only
Combination/all-ways acting

Question 20

What are commonly fitted alongside long delay fuses?

Answer 20

Anti disturbance

Question 21

What are the 4 types of anti-disturbance?

Answer 21

Electrical
Electrical (Mercury tilt)
Vibration/tremor switch
Electrical anti removal

Mechanical
Cocked striker

Question 22

How would you identify hydrostatic fuse?

Answer 22

Tail fuse large substantial construction

Ports visible for water ingress

Question 23

What are the four methods of arming mechanically?

Answer 23

Rotation of arming vane
T-bar/spindle
Ejection or withdraw of an arming pin
Removal of safety cap

Question 24

How long is a long delay fuse?

Answer 24

Minimum 30 minutes

Question 25

How long is impact short delay fuse?

Answer 25

Up to 35 seconds

Question 26

What are the key identification features of a long delay fuse?

Answer 26

Hidden graduated scale
Weakened portion
A stub of arming fork
The smell of acetone
Chemical corrosion

Question 27

Where is the long delay fuse fitted to the bomb?

Answer 27

It is fitted at the tail to protect it upon impact

Question 28

What fuse will have anti-withdrawal devices?

Answer 28

Long delay

Question 29

What are the four types of anti-withdrawal devices?

Answer 29

Weakened portion
Clawed foot
Knife edges
Offset annular groove and ball