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A pyrotechnic valve, also explosive actuated valve, short pyro valve or pyrovalve is a one time use propulsion component often used to control propellant or pressurant systems aboard spacecraft or space probes. The device is activated by an electric signal, upon which one or several small explosive charges are ignited.
The ASME B16 Standardization of Valves Flanges, Fittings and Gaskets Committee, which operates under ASME’s Board on Pressure Technology Codes and Standards is responsible for standards covering valves, flanges, pipe fittings, gaskets and valve actuators for use in pressure services.
Valves and their types and identifications (e.g. isolation, shutoff, relief and safety valves, valve interlocks) Control inputs and outputs (sensors and final elements, interlocks) Miscellaneous - vents, drains, flanges, special fittings, sampling lines, reducers and swages; Interfaces for class changes; Computer control system
In September 1997, Cobham acquired ML Aviation for £37 million, which had taken over Nash & Thompson, a major competitor, the previous year. [7]In early 2008, Cobham purchased S-TEC Corporation, maker of general aviation autopilots, for $38 million; [8] during February 2008, the company also bought the sensor and antenna systems division of BAE Systems for $240 million. [9]
This undated photo released by the New York Police Department shows a suspect in the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson on Dec. 4, 2024, in a taxi.
The clock is ticking for families hoping to send letters to Santa Claus at the North Pole this holiday season.. Letters need to be postmarked by Monday, a spokesperson for the U. S. Postal Service ...
In May 2014, Aeroflex was acquired by the UK aerospace company Cobham for $1.46 billion. [16] In March 2018, Viavi Solutions purchased Cobham AvComm and Wireless Test and Measurement, which were previously part of Aeroflex, for $455 million. These business units will continue using the name Aeroflex until March 2021.
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