fuzes (ordnance)

Definition/Scope: Device with explosive component used to initiate a train of fire or detonation in ammunition by an action such as hydrostatic pressure, electrical energy, chemical action, impact, mechanical time, or a combination thereof. Fuzes are used primarily in projectiles and bombs.

Used For:

detonating fuzes
fuses (ammunition)
fuses (explosive)

Broader Terms:

explosive ordnance
firing mechanisms (ammunition)

Narrower Terms:

base fuzes
blasting fuzes
bomb fuzes
combination fuzes
dummy fuzes
electric fuzes (ordnance)
electromagnetic fuzes
exploders
fuze functioning elements
grenade fuzes
guided missile fuzes
impact fuzes
mechanical fuzes
mechanical time fuzes
mine fuzes
miniature fuzes
mortar fuzes
nose fuzes
point detonating fuzes
point initiating, base detonating fuzes
projectile fuzes
proximity fuzes
rocket fuzes
safety fuzes
self destroying fuzes
superquick fuzes
time delay fuzes
time fuzes

Related Terms:

fuze arming units
fuze cavities
projectiles