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Explosive neutralization method and device

  • US 7,331,268 B1
  • Filed: 06/02/2004
  • Issued: 02/19/2008
  • Est. Priority Date: 06/02/2004
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A method for neutralizing an explosive ordnance, comprising:

  • activating an energetic charge to produce a shockwave;

    imparting the shockwave at an effective velocity and temperature on a gas to ionize the gas for creating plasma and to drive the plasma; and

    impacting the plasma on a casing of the explosive ordnance containing an explosive to penetrate through the casing using an energy-focusing guide and, at least before causing an explosive event of the explosive within the casing, substantially consuming the explosive.

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