The development of armor-piercing shells (with suggestions for their…
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"The Development of Armor-piercing Shells (With Suggestions for Their Improvement)" by Carlos de Zafra, M.E. is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book examines the advancements in the design and manufacturing of armor-piercing projectiles, reflecting on the evolving demands of modern warfare and the need for projectiles that can effectively penetrate increasingly robust armor materials. It highlights the historical context of military technology and how these developments arose
from a response to armored vessels that rendered previous projectile types ineffective. In the work, de Zafra details the evolution of projectiles, beginning from simple spherical shots to more complex elongated forms capable of greater accuracy and penetrating power. He emphasizes the importance of material properties and manufacturing techniques, introducing innovative ideas such as "twist forging" to enhance the structural integrity of armor-piercing projectiles. By analyzing the stresses experienced during impact and the effects of rotational inertia, the author proposes improvements that enhance the projectile's ability to penetrate armor while maintaining its integrity, thus advancing the design of military weaponry in response to the challenges of armored protection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | De Zafra, Carlos, 1882-1967 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 16005433 |
| Title | The development of armor-piercing shells (with suggestions for their improvement) |
| Credits |
Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 52.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | UF: Military science: Artillery |
| Subject | Projectiles |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 33535 |
| Release Date | Aug 25, 2010 |
| Last Update | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 350 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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