The objective of this program is to evaluate how modern technology can be incorporated into the out-of-line safing devices. Specific advantages of an out-of-line fuze, especially the fact that it is a low voltage system, will be highlighted. Three out-of-line safing and arming design concepts will be developed. Programmable electronics for producing the arming signal, DC motors, and solenoids for the prime mover of the mechanical barrier, will be investigated. New detonator concepts such as laser diode detonators and a semiconductor bridgewire (SCB) detonator will also be studied. Recommendations of how the new safing and arming concepts can be integrated with the guidance system of the missile will be made.
