Design and Simulation of Selected Types of Materials for Military Silencers for Various Types of Handguns

The purpose of the suppressor is to partially eliminate the sound effect after firing and to mask the muzzle flame (essential for power components). When fired, the temperature rises approximately seven to ten degrees with each shot, assuming uniform temperature conditions of 21 °C. Given this knowledge, the suppressor can reach temperatures of 150 °C to 280 °C after firing one or two 30-round magazines. Assuming active training of the force or sport shooters, the suppressor will reach temperatures of 540 °C Celsius during continuous firing in an army combat situation, with temperatures in excess of 1000 °C. Already temperatures exceeding 280 °C during firing significantly affect the degradation of the suppressor material by thermal expansion through wear and tear, clogging by sediments in the case of frequent use of suppressors, massive deterioration by high temperature pressures and a significant reduction of the effect. Thermal deformation also has a significant effect, which can cause twisting or bending of the material, which can result in contact of the projectile with the suppressor and deflection of the projectile, in the worst case resulting in rupture of the suppressor and fragmentation of the projectile. Current knowledge, studies, professional articles published by the shooting public, representing the opinions and knowledge of the force components, sport shooters as well as hunters point to the lack of functionality, durability effectiveness of suppressors and point to defects, shortcomings during active use.