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An electromagnetic projectile launching system utilizes two cylindrical rail configurations. In one configuration, multiple conductive armatures are electromagnetically accelerated along rails which are located on the inner surface of a cylindrical barrel. The second configuration utilizes armatures

An electromagnetic projectile launching system utilizes two cylindrical rail configurations. In one configuration, multiple conductive armatures are electromagnetically accelerated along rails which are located on the inner surface of a cylindrical barrel. The second configuration utilizes armatures located between concentric cylindrical rails. Rifling provides for spin stabilization of the projectile.

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An electromagnetic projectile launching system comprising: a pair of cylindrical coaxial conductive electrodes; an annular conductive armature disposed between said electrodes and in sliding electrical contact with said electrodes; a plurality of axial slots in the inner one of said pair of electrod

An electromagnetic projectile launching system comprising: a pair of cylindrical coaxial conductive electrodes; an annular conductive armature disposed between said electrodes and in sliding electrical contact with said electrodes; a plurality of axial slots in the inner one of said pair of electrodes; a central plug slidably disposed within the inner one of said pair of electrodes; a plurality of insulating support arms which pass through said slots and rigidly attach said armature to said central plug; a plurality of insulating support rails running axially between said electrodes, which support the segments of the inner one of said electrodes created by said slots; a plurality of apertures in said armature through which said support rails pass; a source of current; and a commutating means for connecting said current to said electrodes, wherein current flowing longitudinally within said electrodes and through said armature produces magnetic fields which propel said armature along said electrodes.