Essays about: "gun barrel"

Found 5 essays containing the words gun barrel.

1. 1. Peace from the barrel of a gun. : The effect of NATO and UN peace enforcement on war intensity.

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för freds- och konfliktforskning

   Author : Robin Sällström; [2023]
   Keywords : Peacekeeping; peace enforcement; NATO; UN; war intensity.;

   Abstract : Since 1991, NATO has played a prominent role in peacekeeping and peace enforcement in the Balkans and Afghanistan. Despite NATO’s role in peacekeeping, there is little literature that compares the efficacy of NATO and UN peace enforcement operations. READ MORE

3. 2. Optimization of DNA trace collection from firearms and effects of different gun handling scenarios

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk mikrobiologi

   Author : Lisa Lindahl; [2022]
   Keywords : Forensic; DNA; DNA-recovery; Optimization of DNA-recovery; DNA-amount; firearms; guns; swabs; crimes; applied microbiology; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : More than 500 people die every day from gun violence worldwide. DNA traces may enable the identification of the shooter, but there is limited knowledge concerning where on firearms DNA can be found and how it got there. This project aimed to answer these questions as well as how the swab types and addition of detergents affect the DNA recovery. READ MORE

4. 3. Modelling of electromechanical motors for turret and barrel control in main battle tanks

   University essay from KTH/Fordonsdynamik

   Author : Arvid Carlstedt; [2021]
   Keywords : Mechanics; Mechatronics; Vehicle Technology; Mekanik; Mekatronik; Fordonsteknik;

   Abstract : In this master thesis the dynamics of a modern main battle tank's turret traverse and gun elevation have been modelled. The models of dynamic motion have been coupled to two different types of electric motors, namely a direct-current motor and an induction motor. READ MORE

5. 4. Mapping and characterisation of surface damage and wear mechanisms in gun barrels : Gun barrels exposed to cyclic thermo-mechanical loading

   University essay from Karlstads universitet/Fakulteten för hälsa, natur- och teknikvetenskap (from 2013)

   Author : Martin Perkovic; [2020]
   Keywords : Wear; erosion; sliding wear; gun barrel; characterisation;

   Abstract : Gun barrels are an important component in advanced defence systems. The gun barrels are used for direct and indirect fire and the material of the gun barrel is exposed to great strains and high temperatures. This sets high demands on the material of the gun barrel. During firing the gun barrel can be damaged. READ MORE

6. 5. The development of equipment to measure and monitor wear inside gun barrels : Application of the product development process

   University essay from Karlstads universitet/Fakulteten för hälsa, natur- och teknikvetenskap (from 2013)

   Author : Emil Perkovic; [2020]
   Keywords : Gun barrel; wear; laser; measure-head; crawler;

   Abstract : The gun barrel is one of the most important parts of the whole artillery system. During firing, the wear leads to reduced performance and availability. Wear in gun barrels has different types of erosion mechanisms, in particular chemical-, thermal- and mechanical erosion. READ MORE