Energetic Sub-Systems sector brochure - Chemring Group PLC

Energetic sub-systems of the highest quality and reliability, for a range of mission critical systemsSpaceSeparation SystemsAs a trusted supplier of space qualified components, Chemring products are designed to operate underextreme conditions. Our Separation Systems can reliably undertake a range of mission critical functions, withguaranteed levels of performance and reliability. Such functions might include the release of structures orcomponents such as multi-stage launch vehicles, separation of nose cones and capsules, or the release ofbooster rockets, tanks and other jettison equipment.Pyrotechnic Separation NutsGeneral features include lightweight, high-load capability, extremely lowshock output with complete gas and particle containment. These nutsactuate on very low pressure with large bolt insertion tolerance.Chemring also supplies ultra-low shock separation nuts, using asimilar design.Non-Pyrotechnic Separation NutsWe have developed an extreme low-shock output, non-explosiveseparation nut. These nuts are actuated by a miniature electric motoron low energy with large bolt insertion tolerance. Unique featuresinclude 25 times resettable and reusability and no need for disassembly.Separation BoltsOur separation bolts are designed and manufactured for use inapplications where rapid structure separation is demanded. Chemring’sSeparation Bolts have been fully qualified for fairing separation on theATLAS and DELTA launch vehicles. Bolts do not fragment; rather, theyseparate into two parts, one of which is ejected from the structure.Cutters (Bolt, Rod and Cable)Chemring cutters are designed for robustness and can be used in spaceas well as in deep submergence applications, for cutting reefing lines,electrical cables, steel cables or aluminium, titanium and steel boltsor rods. Over the past 20 years, our cutters have demonstrated highreliability on countless earth-orbital missions. Chemring cutters are builtwith the option to be single blade or mechanically redundant.Sample range of Separation and Release Units.Non-Pyrotechnic Electric Separation Nuts.www.chemring.co.ukEnergetic Sub-Systems 7