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Patented Multi-mission tandem airdrop barrel system

Airdrop Barrel System
MULTI-MISSION TANDEM AIRDROP BARREL SYSTEM
SWORD Defense has approached the Aerial Delivery requirements much like we have with our training and weapon systems product lines.
SWORD Defense’s central focus when designing and creating our Aerial System Solutions are the end-user’s requirements. Understanding the mission requirements from the perspective of experienced end-users, combined with the synergy in working collaboratively with program offices allows us to rapidly develop effective solutions and field them to the warfighter.
Our Solution
TO THE TRADITIONAL TANDEM CONTAINER
The SWORD Defense System’s Patented Multi-Mission Air Delivery System address the problems surrounding the traditional tandem container, which is a critical component to the Air Delivery Mission-set. All efforts and innovation in this space have traditionally been spent on what attached skyward (or “North”) of the load connection point, which is primarily the rigging and Parachute system.
When designing the system, our approach was a multifaceted coordination effort to exceed the requirements of Special Operations end-users, allowing us to address a myriad of problem statements, such as; decreasing the bundle build and packing time, allowing for “on the plane” loading over the objective; making the container water-tight; protecting the payload during the impact phase if delivery; creating a system that can be deployed in all of the required airdrop configurations; decreasing exit and opening shock to prevent injury to the jumper and/or system; and providing a safe, intuitive system that packs and performs consistently from exit to impact.
Benefits of Innovation
THE NEW APPROACH TO TANDEM BARREL CONTAINERS
Decreased Exit/Opening Shock
Continuous strapping system & integrated shock absorption significantly decreases exit and opening shock.
Reusable
Modular base cap design allows non-critical parts to be replaced when damaged versus full system replacement
Watertight
Container is watertight to protect the payload. IP67 rated to 1-meter submersion.
On-Plane Loading
Designed the system to decrease bundle build and packing time
American Made
This system was designed, and patents filed in the USA
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Specifications
THE ONLY COMPLETE AIRDROP SYSTEM OF ITS KIND
Main Barrel System
The main barrel is single walled with SWORD’s patented integrated channels for the main strapping system.
Upper & lower lip of the barrel reinforced for durability and impact resistance
The Main lid includes cut-outs for the strapping system to pass through
Dimensions and Material
31in (79 cm) in diameter and 60 in (152 cm) in height uniform and cylindrical in shape
X-Link High Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
- Dust ingress resistant
- Chemical resistant
- Flame resistant
Payload
Max suggested training exit weight 750 lbs. (340 kg)
Double barrel design with integrated, continuous strapping system Rated to 12,600lbs. (5,715kg)
Wheels
3″ X 2.8″ Wheel with nylon bushing with .5″ bore 80A Black Polyurethane
Integrated horizontal deployment wheel carriage
Impact Dissipating Material
Multiple-use internal payload impact dissipating material – Team Wendy designed Proprietary material
Technology
Integrated Smart Bundle Delivery System Platform (JPADS)
Intuitive captive hardware
Optional:
- GPS/Iridium tracking system for real time PLI tracking
- Intuitive ballast system assures safe fall rate and center of gravity
- Fall Rate Calculator takes the guesswork out of packing & weighting the barrel system
Strapping System and Push Handles
Integrated push handles to aid in vigorous exit out of aircraft
All Nylon Straps MILSPEC Type 7 Tensile Strength: 6000 lbs. (2722 kg)
Double barrel design with integrated, continuous strapping system Rated to 12,600lbs. (5,715kg)
Inner payload barrel strapping system included for ease of removal and replacement
Integrated strap loops for attaching accessories and for attachment of cross-straps
Metal Components & Fasteners
306 Stainless Steel
All hardware rated to 10,000 lbs.
Lid Gasket
.375-inch Silicone Gasket
Water and dust intrusion resistant (IP67)
Color
Available in a variety of subdued colors, no reflective surfaces
The Tandem Barrel System
DRIVING INNOVATION
Water Tight Seal
IP67 – The unit can be dropped into a body of water up to a meter deep for half an hour
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The Container
Modular Container system with color configurable internal payload barrel
Proprietarily designed to mitigate ground impact to protect sensitive payloads
Internal Strapping
Strap routing through internal channels prevents the straps from displacing and damage
Continuous Strap design also aids in exit and opening shock
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Quick Attach Lid
Easy access lid allows for rapid payload changes and last minute “over the X” gear additions
Replaceable Wheels
Rapid replacement of damaged wheels and hardware
Wide wheel design and soft material that prevents damage to the aircraft deck
Detachable Base Cap
Base Cap designed to take brunt if ground impact which prevents main barrel damage, easy to replace
Base Cap also protects the internally routed continuous strap system
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Who We Work With
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