DOE OSTI · 1735188
Flow through suppressor with enhanced flow dynamics
Abstract
An improved firearm suppressor is provided. The firearm suppressor generally includes a primary flow path and a secondary flow path. The primary flow path is centrally disposed within the suppressor and includes multiple internal chambers that are separated by conical baffles. The secondary flow path is helically disposed within the firearm suppressor. A diverter directs a portion of the propellant gas rearward, over a firearm barrel, before entering spiral lanes in the forward direction. The primary flow path slows the movement of propellant gas escaping through a projectile exit port, while the secondary flow path slows the movement of propellant gas escaping through a plurality of propellant gas exit ports.
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Klett, James W., Moss, William C., Anderson, Andrew T.. 2020-08-25. Flow through suppressor with enhanced flow dynamics. https://www.osti.gov/biblio/1735188
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