MODIFICATION OF A PROJECTILE FOR STACKING IN A BARREL

摘要

An existing projectile (21) is modified by adding a tail piece (22) to enabl e axial stacking of multiple projectiles (20) in a common barrel. Propellant f or each modified projectile (20) is contained in respective chambers located external to the barrel and connected to the bore of the barrel through associated ports. Tail piece (22) aligns with a respective port and provides a space between consecutive projectiles (20) into which the propellant gas expands after ignition. Separate claims are directed to tail assembly (22), modified projectile (20), the barrel assembly having a plurality of projectiles (20) stacked in end-to-end relation, and to an external initiati on system for the barrel assembly (see Figures 4, 7).