SHOTGUN VS CHAIN IN LIQUID NITROGEN - shooting chain

Published on December 12, 2016
Duration: 3:30

This video demonstrates an experimental technique for shattering a metal chain by first freezing it in liquid nitrogen and then impacting it with a 12 Gauge shotgun slug. The experiment, conducted by Edwin Sarkissian, shows the effectiveness of extreme cold in making the metal brittle, leading to instant fragmentation upon impact. The Mossberg 590 shotgun and Federal Premium Vital-Shok slugs were utilized in this unique test.

Quick Summary

An experiment involving a Mossberg 590 shotgun and Federal Premium Vital-Shok 12 Gauge slugs tested the effect of liquid nitrogen on a metal chain. Freezing the chain made it extremely brittle, allowing the slug to shatter the links upon impact, demonstrating a unique application of material science and ballistics.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Experiment Introduction
  2. 00:45Freezing the Chain
  3. 01:25Gear and Setup
  4. 02:05Shooting Test
  5. 02:40Post-Impact Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

How does liquid nitrogen affect a metal chain for a shotgun test?

Liquid nitrogen rapidly cools the metal to extremely low temperatures, making it highly brittle. This increased brittleness allows a shotgun slug to shatter the chain links upon impact, rather than just deforming them.

What shotgun and ammunition were used in the liquid nitrogen chain test?

The experiment utilized a Mossberg 590 pump-action shotgun and Federal Premium Vital-Shok 12 Gauge 1 oz rifled slugs. The extreme cold was achieved using a liquid nitrogen storage container.

What was the outcome of shooting a frozen chain with a shotgun?

The shotgun slug successfully impacted and shattered the links of the metal chain that had been frozen in liquid nitrogen. The clean breaks indicated the material's extreme brittleness.

What safety precautions are necessary for this type of experiment?

Essential safety measures include wearing appropriate eye and hearing protection, ensuring a safe backstop, and exercising extreme caution when handling liquid nitrogen to prevent frostbite and ensure ventilation.

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