Nt1310 Unit 1 Assignment

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This assignment is to summarize what i have learned about the following topics. I will still be using the BBS100 textbook as a reference as well as the references provided for this assignment.

1. Provide an overview of trajectory, wind drift, recoil, velocity, and accuracy: How does this knowledge affect firearms handling?

Trajectory is the path the bullet takes when leaving the barrel of a firearm.

Wind drift is the affect of the wind on the bullet, altering the trajectory.

Recoil is the rearward force exerted on a firearm as a result fo the pressure in the chamber.

Velocity is the speed at which a bullet travels normally measured in FPS.

Accuracy is the ability to shoot one inch groups or smaller at 100 yard.

All on the definitions are needed when using a firearm to understand what that firearm can be used for. These are what tells us a pistol is not able to be used as a long range firearm due to the velocity and trajectory needed for it to be useful.
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Use illustrations for your identification.

As seen in this picture taken from ammoguru.com, there are four parts to a round. The first is the casing which houses all the parts of the round. Then there is the powder which goes inside the casing, and is the propellant for the bullet. Third is the bullet which is the projectile. Then lastly there is the primer which is not seen here on the bottom of the casing which is the ignition system for the round to ignite the powder.

3.Describe how to build a projectile.

First step: You must decide wether to swage a bullet or cast one. For the purpose of this paper i will explain the casting.

Second step: You must gather materials such as the cast, wheel weights, the moulds, a burner, and flux.

Third step: Start to melt the wheel weights in the cast on the burner. Once the mixture is molten you will use the flux to clean the