AHDERU
Advanced Heavy Duty Ejector Release Unit
AHDERU is the AEREA heavy ejector release unit selected
by the Eurofighter Typhoon, a particularly challenging
4th generation swing-role platform, not only in terms of
performance, carriage and ejection capabilities, but also
due to the significant versatility in fulfilling a wide array of
operational needs.
DESCRIPTION
High ejection performance for the 2,000/1,000 lbs. stores
are guaranteed by a pyrotechnic system fitted with dual
cartridges, simultaneously activated by redundant electrical
circuits and adjustable in terms of front/rear distribution of
ejective force in order to ensure safe separation of a wide
range of stores throughout the entire flight envelope.
Interoperability with the most advanced weapons is ensured
by the presence of “zero retention force” arming units, SSD
connectors, and “strong point”.
Designed for safety of use and ease, and simplicity of ground operations, AHDERU incorporates an automatic crutching and preload system operable from a single actuation point. Mechanical solutions adopted for AHDERU are compatible with AEREA pneumatic systems, thus providing noticeable growth potential in terms of development and use.
Designed for safety of use and ease, and simplicity of ground operations, AHDERU incorporates an automatic crutching and preload system operable from a single actuation point. Mechanical solutions adopted for AHDERU are compatible with AEREA pneumatic systems, thus providing noticeable growth potential in terms of development and use.
FEATURES
Overall dimensions: (L) 873 mm, (Body W) 80 mm
Mass: 38 Kg
Store diameter: from 200 mm to 800 mm
Store Class: 1,000/2,000 lbs (14/30” space lugs)
Mechanical interface: as per MIL-STD-8591
Electrical Interface: two flying connectors type JN1003FG-16-26P