Retractor
Pyrotechnic pin retractorsPyro-mechanisms added-values for mechanical events in missiles for Defense - by Simon
Expertises and Technologies
18.06.2025
(01-23-2024) - Strengths of Pyrotechnics for defense critical missions : Pyro-mechanisms added-values for mechanical events in missiles
What is the added-value of pyro-mechanisms to missile architecture challenges?
Pyro-mechanisms offer big advantages in terms of miniaturization and simplicity.
Two key features to facilitate equipment’s integration into the most complex missile architectures.
Let’s consider two products:
This retractor measures less than 10cm and weighs around 200 grams and can release missile fins or wings.
This 3-way valve is a single piece and fulfils 3 successive pyrotechnic orders – unlocking, ejection and reset to initial position. This multi-functional capability is in itself a mass and volume saving compared to cumulating 3 different devices for the same set of functions.
3-way valve
High Pressure Multiway Valve