01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
13 - Firearms; explosives
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Industrial chemicals; Chemicals used in science; Chemical preparations for use in photography; Chemicals for use in agriculture except fungicides, herbicides, insecticides and parasiticides; Chemicals used in horticulture, except fungicides, herbicides, insecticides and parasiticides; Chemicals for use in forestry, except fungicides, herbicides, insecticides and parasiticides; Synthetic resins, unprocessed; Unprocessed plastics; Fertilizers; Fire extinguishing compositions; Metal tempering preparations; Brazing preparations being chemicals; Chemical substances for preserving foodstuffs; Adhesives for use in industry; chemicals for the explosives industry; Ammonium nitrate; Ammonium nitrate fertilizer; Nitrates Firearms; Ammunition and projectiles; Explosives; Gelatinous explosives; Blasting gelatin; Ammonium nitrate explosives; Nitrostarch explosives; Organic-nitrate explosives; Liquid explosives; Nitrating liquids used as explosives; Fuses for explosives; Detonating fuses for explosives; Detonators; Detonating caps, other than toys; Primings being fuses for explosives; Detonating plugs; non-toy percussion primers for firearms; non-toy cartridge cases
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METHOD FOR PROGRAMMING A PLURALITY OF ELECTRONIC DETONATORS ACCORDING TO A BLASTING PATTERN
The present invention is a method for programming a plurality of electronic detonators according to a blasting pattern. The electronic detonators comprise wireless electronic communication means adapted to transmit at least the identification number stored in storing means of the same electronic detonator to the programming unit allowing the user to assign the identification number/code of each electronic detonator to the blasting pattern information highly reducing the implementation process.
The present invention relates to a method and installation for loading boreholes with bulk water-based suspension or watergel type explosives characterized by the sensitization of the product by mixing a non-explosive or low sensitivity suspension matrix with compressed gas (e.g. air) at the end of the delivery hose.
The present invention relates to a device, a system and a method for retaining detonators in an explosive booster, particularly a retention device for retaining a detonator in the blind hole of a booster which allows the safe extraction thereof from the booster. The retention device comprises a flexible holding means that is movable between a blocking position retaining the detonator inside the blind hole and an open position which allows extracting the detonator from the blind hole.
The present invention relates to a method and installation for loading boreholes with bulk water-based suspension or watergel type explosives characterized by the sensitization of the product by mixing a non-explosive or low sensitivity suspension matrix with compressed gas (e.g. air) at the end of the delivery hose.
C06B 21/00 - Apparatus or methods for working-up explosives, e.g. forming, cutting, drying
C06B 23/00 - Compositions characterised by non-explosive or non-thermic constituents
C06B 47/14 - Compositions in which the components are separately stored until the moment of burning or explosion, e.g. "Sprengel"-type explosivesSuspensions of solid component in a normally non-explosive liquid phase, including a thickened aqueous phase comprising a solid component and an aqueous phase
F42D 1/10 - Feeding explosives in granular or slurry formFeeding explosives by pneumatic or hydraulic pressure
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PROCEDURE AND INSTALLATION FOR LOADING BOREHOLES WITH BULK WATER-BASED SUSPENSION OR WATERGEL TYPE EXPLOSIVES
The present invention relates to a method and installation for loading boreholes with bulk water-based suspension or watergel type explosives characterized by the sensitization of the product by mixing a non-explosive or low sensitivity suspension matrix with compressed gas (e.g. air) at the end of the delivery hose.
C06B 21/00 - Apparatus or methods for working-up explosives, e.g. forming, cutting, drying
C06B 23/00 - Compositions characterised by non-explosive or non-thermic constituents
C06B 47/14 - Compositions in which the components are separately stored until the moment of burning or explosion, e.g. "Sprengel"-type explosivesSuspensions of solid component in a normally non-explosive liquid phase, including a thickened aqueous phase comprising a solid component and an aqueous phase
F42D 1/10 - Feeding explosives in granular or slurry formFeeding explosives by pneumatic or hydraulic pressure
The present invention relates to a device for winding a cable around same, where it particularly relates to a device adapted for winding and an electrical cable of a blasting system together with the corresponding elements of the blasting system. The described device furthermore allows stacking a plurality of devices for winding a cable, such that they take up less space.
The present invention relates to a device, a system and a method for retaining detonators in an explosive booster, particularly a retention device for retaining a detonator in the blind hole of a booster which allows the safe extraction thereof from the booster. The retention device comprises a flexible holding means that is movable between a blocking position retaining the detonator inside the blind hole and an open position which allows extracting the detonator from the blind hole.
The present invention relates to a device, a system and a method for retaining detonators in an explosive booster, particularly a retention device for retaining a detonator in the blind hole of a booster which allows the safe extraction thereof from the booster. The retention device comprises a flexible holding means that is movable between a blocking position retaining the detonator inside the blind hole and an open position which allows extracting the detonator from the blind hole.
A method for the validation of a fuse head in an electronic detonator is disclosed, the method including measuring at least once a first charge time; activating a switching means to a second position to replace a reference resistor in an RC circuit with the fuse head; measuring at least once a second charge time; and determining the deviation of the second charge time from the first charge time.
F42C 15/40 - Arming-means in fuzesSafety means for preventing premature detonation of fuzes or charges wherein the safety or arming action is effected electrically
G01R 1/30 - Structural combination of electric measuring instruments with basic electronic circuits, e.g. with amplifier
H01R 13/637 - Additional means for facilitating engagement or disengagement of coupling parts, e.g. aligning or guiding means, levers, gas pressure for disengagement only by fluid pressure, e.g. explosion
The present invention relates to a water-based non-sensitized matrix or explosive suspension which itself has a rheological behavior such that it allows mechanically loading upward boreholes. This suspension behaves like a viscous liquid when it is forced to flow due to the action of a loading pump, and, however, has the characteristics of a soft solid when it is on standby once inside the borehole. The composition essentially consists of an aqueous solution of oxidizing salts and optionally water-soluble fuels and/or sensitizers, and one or more water-soluble polymers conferring the desired rheological characteristics. Particles of oxidizing salts with a grain size such that they enhance the rheological behavior characteristic of the suspension are dispersed in this aqueous solution.
C06B 31/00 - Compositions containing an inorganic nitrogen-oxygen salt
C06B 23/00 - Compositions characterised by non-explosive or non-thermic constituents
C06B 47/14 - Compositions in which the components are separately stored until the moment of burning or explosion, e.g. "Sprengel"-type explosivesSuspensions of solid component in a normally non-explosive liquid phase, including a thickened aqueous phase comprising a solid component and an aqueous phase
C06B 31/28 - Compositions containing an inorganic nitrogen-oxygen salt the salt being ammonium nitrate
C06B 31/02 - Compositions containing an inorganic nitrogen-oxygen salt the salt being an alkali metal or an alkaline earth metal nitrate
D03D 23/00 - General weaving methods not special to the production of any particular woven fabric or the use of any particular loomWeaves not provided for in any other single group
The invention refers to a free-flowing ammonium nitrate (AN) product which comprises a mixture of AN particles and beads or granules of activated alumina, a process for preparing the same and the use of said beads or granules as free-flowing additive for AN particles.
C06B 31/00 - Compositions containing an inorganic nitrogen-oxygen salt
D03D 23/00 - General weaving methods not special to the production of any particular woven fabric or the use of any particular loomWeaves not provided for in any other single group
Method for the validation of a fuse head (1) in an electronic detonator, wherein said detonator comprises: a reference resistor (R13), a fuse head (1), at least one capacitor and switching means, wherein in a first position of the switching means, the reference resistor is connected to the at least one capacitor forming a first RC circuit, and in a second position of the switching means, the fuse head is connected to the at least one capacitor forming a second RC circuit; the method comprising the following steps: measuring at least once a first charge time; activating the switching means to the second position to replace the reference resistor in the RC circuit with the fuse head; measuring at least once a second charge time; and determining the deviation of the second charge time from the first charge time.
There is provided an electronic detonator with electronic delayer, comprising: - a conductive shell comprising - an open end for receiving elements such as an explosive charge, and - a closed end, and - a printed circuit board (PCB) comprising the electronic circuit of the delayer, the printed circuit board being placed inside the conductive shell, characterized in that the electronic detonator further comprises at least a resilient, compressible and conductive gasket - positioned by the open end in a space defined by the PCB and an inner surface of the conductive shell, - filling at least part of the space between the PCB and the inner surface of the conductive shell, such that protection against electromagnetic interferences (EMI) is allowed and - contacting the ground connection of the PCB and the inner surface of the conductive shell such that acts as connection path for grounding the PCB, allowing protection against electro-static interference (ESD).
Method for the validation of a fuse head (1) in an electronic detonator, wherein said detonator comprises: a reference resistor (R13), a fuse head (1), at least one capacitor and switching means, wherein in a first position of the switching means, the reference resistor is connected to the at least one capacitor forming a first RC circuit, and in a second position of the switching means, the fuse head is connected to the at least one capacitor forming a second RC circuit; the method comprising the following steps: measuring at least once a first charge time; activating the switching means to the second position to replace the reference resistor in the RC circuit with the fuse head; measuring at least once a second charge time; and determining the deviation of the second charge time from the first charge time.
A firing system comprising an electronic initiator (1), and a blasting unit (10) connected to and capable to initiate the electronic initiator (1), wherein the electronic initiator (1) comprises an external housing (2) made of plastics,an explosive charge (5), a fuse head (3) and an electronic delay element (4), the external housing (2) comprising an inner cavity and retaining means adapted to retain at least one shock tube, the explosive charge (5), the fuse head (3) and the electronic delay element (4) being located in the inner cavity of the external housing (2), the explosive charge (5) being located at a closed end of the inner cavity, at a position such that the explosive charge (5) is capable to ignite the shock tubes retained by the retaining means in a use situation of the electronic initiator (1), the fuse head (3) and the explosive charge (5) being located relative to each other such that the fuse head (3) is capable to ignite the explosive charge (5),and the electronic delay element (4)being connected to the fuse head (3) and being configured to initiate it.
The invention refers to a free-flowing ammonium nitrate (AN) product which comprises a mixture of AN particles and beads or granules of activated alumina, a process for preparing the same and the use of said beads or granules as free-flowing additive for AN particles.
The invention refers to a free-flowing ammonium nitrate (AN) product which comprises a mixture of AN particles and beads or granules of activated alumina, a process for preparing the same and the use of said beads or granules as free-flowing additive for AN particles.
The present invention relates to a water-based non-sensitized matrix or explosive suspension which itself has a rheological behavior such that it allows mechanically loading upward boreholes. This suspension behaves like a viscous liquid when it is forced to flow due to the action of a loading pump, and, however, has the characteristics of a soft solid when it is on standby once inside the borehole. The composition essentially consists of an aqueous solution of oxidizing salts and optionally water-soluble fuels and/or sensitizers, and one or more water-soluble polymers conferring the desired rheological characteristics. Particles of oxidizing salts with a grain size such that they enhance the rheological behavior characteristic of the suspension are dispersed in this aqueous solution.
C06B 23/00 - Compositions characterised by non-explosive or non-thermic constituents
C06B 47/14 - Compositions in which the components are separately stored until the moment of burning or explosion, e.g. "Sprengel"-type explosivesSuspensions of solid component in a normally non-explosive liquid phase, including a thickened aqueous phase comprising a solid component and an aqueous phase
21.
Disarming system and method for disarming ammunition cartridges
A dismantling system (5) for separating ammunition cartridges (10) comprising a casing (12), a bullet (11) and powder among its components, the system being characterized in that it comprises an extraction head (53) for extracting the bullet (11) from the casing (12), and retaining elements (52) for retaining the casing (12) in an extraction position while extracting the bullet (11). The invention also comprises a disarming system and a method for separating the components of an ammunition cartridge (10).
Manufacture is carried out in a continuous manner while simultaneously loading the blast holes in a device with mixing capability where (a) a less sensitive or non-explosive water-based matrix containing a cross-linkable polymer, (b) a cross-linking agent for cross-linking the polymer contained in the matrix, (c) a gas-generating agent, are mixed. The presence of the polymer distributed uniformly in the matrix together with the cross-linking agent results in a three-dimensional network formed by molecular polymer chains bound to one another in a short period of time after mixing. The process can be performed in trucks for loading explosives in blast holes having compartments for the different components of the mixture and one or several mixing devices allowing the manufacture of the final mixture which would be unloaded into the blast holes either by means of a pump or an auger.
C06B 21/00 - Apparatus or methods for working-up explosives, e.g. forming, cutting, drying
C06B 23/00 - Compositions characterised by non-explosive or non-thermic constituents
C06B 47/14 - Compositions in which the components are separately stored until the moment of burning or explosion, e.g. "Sprengel"-type explosivesSuspensions of solid component in a normally non-explosive liquid phase, including a thickened aqueous phase comprising a solid component and an aqueous phase
C06B 31/28 - Compositions containing an inorganic nitrogen-oxygen salt the salt being ammonium nitrate
F42B 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass
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DISARMING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DISARMING AMMUNITION CARTRIDGES
The present invention relates to a dismantling system (5) for separating ammunition cartridges (10) comprising a casing (12), a bullet (11) and powder among its components, the system being characterized in that it comprises an extraction head (53) for extracting the bullet (11) from the casing (12), and retaining means (52) for retaining the casing (12) in an extraction position while extracting the bullet (11). The invention also comprises a disarming system and a method for separating the components of an ammunition cartridge (10).
The present invention relates to a dismantling system (5) for separating ammunition cartridges (10) comprising a casing (12), a bullet (11) and powder among its components, the system being characterized in that it comprises an extraction head (53) for extracting the bullet (11) from the casing (12), and retaining means (52) for retaining the casing (12) in an extraction position while extracting the bullet (11). The invention also comprises a disarming system and a method for separating the components of an ammunition cartridge (10).
Manufacture is carried out in a continuous manner while simultaneously loading the blast holes in a device with mixing capability where (a) a less sensitive or non-explosive water- based matrix containing a cross-linkable polymer, (b) a cross- linking agent for cross-linking the polymer contained in the matrix, (c) a gas-generating agent, are mixed. The presence of the polymer distributed uniformly in the matrix together with the cross-linking agent results in a three-dimensional network formed by molecular polymer chains bound to one another in a short period of time after mixing. The process can be performed in trucks for loading explosives in blast holes having compartments for the different components of the mixture and one or several mixing devices allowing the manufacture of the final mixture which would be unloaded into the blast holes either by means of a pump or an auger.
C06B 23/00 - Compositions characterised by non-explosive or non-thermic constituents
C06B 47/14 - Compositions in which the components are separately stored until the moment of burning or explosion, e.g. "Sprengel"-type explosivesSuspensions of solid component in a normally non-explosive liquid phase, including a thickened aqueous phase comprising a solid component and an aqueous phase
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BOREHOLE INSPECTION DEVICE AND SYSTEM WITH A SELF-CLEANING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR LOADING EXPLOSIVES IN BOREHOLES
The present invention proposes a borehole inspection device, a borehole inspection system and a method for loading explosives in boreholes. The borehole inspection device comprises a tubular casing (7), illumination means (10) and image capturing means (9) housed in the casing (7), at least one circulation duct (16) for a fluid (4), and a diffusing element (1) suitable for spraying the fluid (4) circulating through the at least one circulation duct (16) onto a transparent closure (2) allowing the illumination and the image capture through it.
Systems and methods for chemoremediation or mechanical destruction of undetonated explosive materials. An explosive apparatus contains an explosive material in close proximity to a chemical reagent selected for its chemoremediative properties. A barrier is interposed between the explosive material and the chemical reagent to delay the chemoremediation of the explosive material. Alternatively a water expandable material may be incorporated into the explosive material, whereby upon exposure to moisture the water absorbing material will expand sufficiently to fragment the explosive material into initiation insensitive particles. Initiation insensitivity is achieved by incorporation of water, which acts as a desensitizing agent as well as fragmenting the explosive material into particles sufficiently small that they are below the critical diameter for explosive initiation. The present invention also relates to self-degradable, shaped explosive formulations, comprising an explosive material and a water expandable material.
D03D 23/00 - General weaving methods not special to the production of any particular woven fabric or the use of any particular loomWeaves not provided for in any other single group
Systems and methods for chemoremediation or mechanical destruction of undetonated explosive materials. An explosive apparatus contains an explosive material in close proximity to a chemical reagent selected for its chemoremediative properties. A barrier is interposed between the explosive material and the chemical reagent to delay the chemoremediation of the explosive material. Alternatively a water expandable material may be incorporated into the explosive material, whereby upon exposure to moisture the water absorbing material will expand sufficiently to fragment the explosive material into initiation insensitive particles. Initiation insensitivity is achieved by incorporation of water, which acts as a desensitizing agent as well as fragmenting the explosive material into particles sufficiently small that they are below the critical diameter for explosive initiation. The present invention also relates to self-degradable, shaped explosive formulations, comprising an explosive material and a water expandable material.
A62D 3/02 - Processes for making harmful chemical substances harmless, or less harmful, by effecting a chemical change in the substances by biological methods, i.e. processes using enzymes or microorganisms
A62D 3/30 - Processes for making harmful chemical substances harmless, or less harmful, by effecting a chemical change in the substances by reacting with chemical agents
C06B 21/00 - Apparatus or methods for working-up explosives, e.g. forming, cutting, drying
C06B 23/00 - Compositions characterised by non-explosive or non-thermic constituents
C06B 45/10 - Compositions or products which are defined by structure or arrangement of component or product comprising solid particles dispersed in solid solution or matrix the solid solution or matrix containing an organic component the organic component containing a resin
Systems and methods for chemoremediation or mechanical destruction of undetonated explosive materials. An explosive apparatus contains an explosive material in close proximity to a chemical reagent selected for its chemoremediative properties. A barrier is interposed between the explosive material and the chemical reagent to delay the chemoremediation of the explosive material. Alternatively a water expandable material may be incorporated into the explosive material, whereby upon exposure to moisture the water absorbing material will expand sufficiently to fragment the explosive material into initiation insensitive particles. Initiation insensitivity is achieved by incorporation of water, which acts as a desensitizing agent as well as fragmenting the explosive material into particles sufficiently small that they are below the critical diameter for explosive initiation. The present invention also relates to self-degradable, shaped explosive formulations, comprising an explosive material and a water expandable material.
C06B 21/00 - Apparatus or methods for working-up explosives, e.g. forming, cutting, drying
C06B 23/00 - Compositions characterised by non-explosive or non-thermic constituents
C06B 45/10 - Compositions or products which are defined by structure or arrangement of component or product comprising solid particles dispersed in solid solution or matrix the solid solution or matrix containing an organic component the organic component containing a resin
A62D 3/02 - Processes for making harmful chemical substances harmless, or less harmful, by effecting a chemical change in the substances by biological methods, i.e. processes using enzymes or microorganisms
A62D 3/30 - Processes for making harmful chemical substances harmless, or less harmful, by effecting a chemical change in the substances by reacting with chemical agents
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EXPLOSIVE EMULSION COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF MAKING THE SAME
A detonator sensitive explosive emulsion composition includes an oxidizing phase including a supersaturated solution of ammonium nitrate and a fuel phase including sufficient emulsifying agent to permit dispersion of the oxidizing phase in the fuel phase. The detonator sensitive explosive emulsion composition further includes a crystallization temperature depressant consisting essentially of at least one of an amine and an amine nitrate.
C06B 47/14 - Compositions in which the components are separately stored until the moment of burning or explosion, e.g. "Sprengel"-type explosivesSuspensions of solid component in a normally non-explosive liquid phase, including a thickened aqueous phase comprising a solid component and an aqueous phase
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
04 - Industrial oils and greases; lubricants; fuels
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
Goods & Services
Chemicals used in industry, science and photography, as well as in agriculture, horticulture and forestry; unprocessed artificial resins, unprocessed plastics; manures; fire extinguishing compositions; tempering and soldering preparations; chemical substances for preserving foodstuffs; tanning substances; adhesives used in industry. Industrial oils and greases; lubricants; dust absorbing, wetting and binding compositions; fuels (including motor spirit) and illuminants; candles and wicks for lighting; electrical energy; energy (electrical -); motor fuel (additives, non-chemical, to -). Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; industrial analysis and research services; design and development of computer hardware and software.
