Ammunition properties

Question 1

Kinetic energy

Answer 1

is the energy of a body that results from it motion

Question 2

Potential energy

Answer 2

is the explosive energy in the form of heat ann blast, which accelerates the warhead case fragments to increase their kinetic energy and damage volume.

Question 3

Explosive Propellant Train

Answer 3

• consists of the primer, igniter, and propellant
• propels the projectile to the target
• low explosives normally employed as propellant
• high explosives normally employed in warheads

Question 4

Projectile Explosive Train

Answer 4

• depends on the fuze, make and intended purpose of the projectile.
• fuzes can be set up to detonate on impact or delay depending on the target of the projectile is used against.