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Document ID:   MIL-C-83124       Scroll down to access document images

Overview
Title:  Cartridge Actuated Devices/Propellant Actuated Devices General Design Specification for
Scope:  This specification covers the general requirements for design and establishes uniform methods for testing cartridge actuated devices (CAD)/propelland actuated devices (PAD) such as crew escape devices, webbing cutters, cable cutters, guillotines, explosive bolts, and thrust reversers used in aircraft and weapons systems. The purpose of the testing program is to determine performance, safety, soundness of mechanical design, and resistance to environments encountered during storage, handling, and service use.
Status:  Active Document Date:  14-AUG-1991      
  Next Review Due:  12-AUG-1996
1377 Doc Category:   Detail Specification  

Responsibilities
Lead Standardization Activity:  OS  Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD)  
  Preparing Activity: OS  Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD)
Coordination:  Full  
Army Custodian:  AR   US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command, Armaments Center  
Navy Custodian:  OS   Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD)  
Air Force Custodian:  11   Air Force Life Cycle Management Center - Aircraft Systems  

Amendments to military specifications or specification sheets issued after August 1, 2003 are incorporated in the modified document.
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MediaDocument Part DescriptionDist StmtDocument DatePagesSize
Document ImageNotice 1 - ValidationA14-AUG-1991134.4 KB
Document ImageBase Document A30-OCT-1969221605.4 KB

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