Pyrotechnic valves
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A Pyrotechnic valve is a one time use propulsion component often used to control propellant or pressurant systems on spacecraft. The device receives a signal voltage to fire a small munition which in turn shears away a small flange that initially blocked the flow path of the attached tubing.
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