An action timer start switch, a breech block with an integral action timer start switch and a system for measuring internal ballistic data in a test weapon system are described herein. The action timer start switch includes a through-hammer adjustable contact having a first contact element and a contact switch supported on the breech block having a second contact element. The first contact element is adjustable for contacting the second contact element when the hammer is a position to generating a primer strike. The first contact element may be set by simply positioning the breech block in the in-battery position with the hammer in the ignition position and moving the adjustable contact relative to the contact switch through the breech of the universal receiver.
A motor drive controller is provided that includes a current source inverter. The current source inverter includes driver circuitry configured to generate switching commands; a variable current source configured to generate a variable current that regulates power in a motor; and motor commutation circuitry configured to receive the variable current and switching commands, and to commutate phase currents that are output to the motor.
G05B 19/18 - Numerical control (NC), i.e. automatically operating machines, in particular machine tools, e.g. in a manufacturing environment, so as to execute positioning, movement or co-ordinated operations by means of programme data in numerical form
H02P 27/08 - Arrangements or methods for the control of AC motors characterised by the kind of supply voltage using variable-frequency supply voltage, e.g. inverter or converter supply voltage using dc to ac converters or inverters with pulse width modulation
H02P 6/16 - Circuit arrangements for detecting position
A lightweight projectile having an integrated metal band positioned around the exterior of the polymer base of the projectile. The metal band may be a driving band that protrudes from the polymer base to minimize the contact between the polymer base and the rifling to reduce friction between the barrel and the projectile as the projectile is fired. The lightweight projectile may be propelled with less propellant force than conventional projectiles of the same caliber while still retaining the ballistic advantages of a spin stabilized projectile.
F42B 12/40 - Projectiles, missiles or mines characterised by the warhead, the intended effect, or the material characterised by the warhead or the intended effect for signalling of target-marking, i.e. impact-indicating, type
F42B 12/76 - Projectiles, missiles or mines characterised by the warhead, the intended effect, or the material characterised by the material of the casing
F42B 33/00 - Manufacture of ammunition; Dismantling of ammunition; Apparatus therefor
F42B 5/145 - Cartridges, i.e. cases with propellant charge and missile for dispensing gases, vapours, powders, particles or chemically-reactive substances
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
13 - Firearms; explosives
40 - Treatment of materials; recycling, air and water treatment,
Goods & Services
Tactical land vehicles for military use; armored vehicles; Composite fuel tanks for aircraft; Composite pressure vessels for aircraft, satellite, launch vehicle and missile platforms; Composite drive shafts for use in aircraft, land vehicles, and marine vessels Ammunition; Tank and artillery ammunition; Powdered explosive propellant; Guns; Aircraft guns; Gun Barrels; Machine guns; Gatling guns; Grenade launchers; Gun mounts; Rockets; Rocket artillery projectiles; Devices for launching rockets and missiles; Propellants, namely, propelling pyrotechnic mixtures for ammunition and rocket engines; Missile components, namely, missile structures, missile launch tubes, rocket motor cases, pressure vessels, and control actuator systems; Composite launch tubes and motor cases for rockets and missiles; Bombs, warheads, and bomb bodies Commercial waste disposal services, namely, waste treatment services; Demilitarization and explosive waste disposal services, namely, waste treatment services
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
13 - Firearms; explosives
Goods & Services
Personal body protective wear and armor; protective clothing; protective eyewear. Ammunition; Firearm conversion kits, namely, devices for giving firearms the ability to use different gauges and calibers of ammunition; ammunition magazines.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
13 - Firearms; explosives
Goods & Services
(1) Personal body protective wear being body armor; protective clothing, namely, bullet proof clothing; protective eyeglasses
(2) Ammunition; firearm conversion kits, namely, devices for giving firearms the ability to use different gauges and calibers of ammunition; ammunition magazines
Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to an electric motor drive system for driving a low-voltage motor. The low-voltage motor includes a rotor and a stator that comprises a number of single-turn coils. A motor drive controller can control the low-voltage motor. The motor drive controller includes a current source inverter. The current source inverter includes driver circuitry configured to generate switching commands, a variable current source and motor commutation circuitry. The variable current source can generate a variable current that regulates power in the low-voltage motor. The motor commutation circuitry receives the variable current and switching commands, and commutates phase currents that are output to the low-voltage motor.
G05B 19/18 - Numerical control (NC), i.e. automatically operating machines, in particular machine tools, e.g. in a manufacturing environment, so as to execute positioning, movement or co-ordinated operations by means of programme data in numerical form
H02P 27/08 - Arrangements or methods for the control of AC motors characterised by the kind of supply voltage using variable-frequency supply voltage, e.g. inverter or converter supply voltage using dc to ac converters or inverters with pulse width modulation
H02P 6/16 - Circuit arrangements for detecting position
A non-lethal projectile having a shear-thinning fluid within an interior cavity. The shear-thinning fluid having a greater apparent viscosity at low shear rates to spin-stabilize the non-lethal projectile during flight and a lower apparent viscosity at a high shear rate corresponding with the shear-thinning fluid shearing against the frangible cap upon the non-lethal projectile striking the target, with the low viscosity of the shear-thinning fluid allowing proper dispersal upon impact with the target. The shear-thinning fluid can comprise a marking media and be in the form of an emulsion with less than about 50% liquid by volume to effectively disperse upon impact with the target.
F42B 8/16 - Projectiles or missiles disintegrating in flight or upon impact containing an inert filler in powder or granular form
F42B 12/40 - Projectiles, missiles or mines characterised by the warhead, the intended effect, or the material characterised by the warhead or the intended effect for signalling of target-marking, i.e. impact-indicating, type
F42B 12/36 - Projectiles, missiles or mines characterised by the warhead, the intended effect, or the material characterised by the warhead or the intended effect for signalling
F42B 12/74 - Projectiles, missiles or mines characterised by the warhead, the intended effect, or the material characterised by the material of the core or solid body
F42B 12/76 - Projectiles, missiles or mines characterised by the warhead, the intended effect, or the material characterised by the material of the casing
A lightweight projectile having an integrated driving band positioned around the exterior of the polymer base of the projectile for engaging the filing of a barrel to impart spin stabilization to the projectile. The driving band protrudes from the polymer base to minimize the contact between the polymer base and the rifling to reduce friction between the barrel and the projectile as the projectile is fired. The reduced friction allows the lightweight projectile to be propelled with minimal propellant force while still retaining the ballistic advantages of a spin stabilized projectile.
F42B 12/40 - Projectiles, missiles or mines characterised by the warhead, the intended effect, or the material characterised by the warhead or the intended effect for signalling of target-marking, i.e. impact-indicating, type
F42B 5/145 - Cartridges, i.e. cases with propellant charge and missile for dispensing gases, vapours, powders, particles or chemically-reactive substances
F42B 12/76 - Projectiles, missiles or mines characterised by the warhead, the intended effect, or the material characterised by the material of the casing
F42B 33/00 - Manufacture of ammunition; Dismantling of ammunition; Apparatus therefor
13.
Ammunition container with improved latching and sealing arrangements
Ammunition containers incorporate an advanced sealing/latching arrangement as well as a lightning mitigation scheme that exhibits a number of advantageous features. A cover assembly is provided that separates the latching functionality from the sealing functionality such that the latching assembly is rotatably engaged and the cover seal is provided via radial (rather than axial) compression of an annular sealing component. In addition, a novel lightning mitigation system also functions as a convenient method of grasping and transporting the containers.
B65D 45/32 - Clamping or other pressure-applying devices for securing or retaining closure members for applying radial pressure, e.g. contractible bands encircling closure member
14.
Machine gun assembly and interlock element for use with a machine gun assembly
A machine gun assembly includes, but is not limited to, a receiver, a barrel extension, and an interlock element. The barrel extension is mounted to the receiver and moves between forward and retracted positions with respect to the receiver. The barrel extension is configured for quick-release engagement with a barrel. The interlock element is mounted to the receiver and moves between a blocking position and a clear position. The interlock element has a blocking portion positioned to obstruct movement of the barrel extension to the forward position while in the blocking position and the blocking portion is positioned to permit movement of the barrel extension to the forward position while in the clear position. The interlock element moves to the blocking position when the barrel disengages from the barrel extension and moves to the clear position when the barrel is correctly engaged with the barrel extension.
A non-lethal projectile having a shear-thinning fluid within an interior cavity. The shear-thinning fluid having a greater apparent viscosity at low shear rates to spin-stabilize the non-lethal projectile during flight and a lower apparent viscosity at a high shear rate corresponding with the shear-thinning fluid shearing against the frangible cap upon the non-lethal projectile striking the target, with the low viscosity of the shear-thinning fluid allowing proper dispersal upon impact with the target. The shear-thinning fluid can comprise a marking media and be in the form of an emulsion with less than about 50% liquid by volume to effectively disperse upon impact with the target.
F42B 8/16 - Projectiles or missiles disintegrating in flight or upon impact containing an inert filler in powder or granular form
F42B 12/40 - Projectiles, missiles or mines characterised by the warhead, the intended effect, or the material characterised by the warhead or the intended effect for signalling of target-marking, i.e. impact-indicating, type
F42B 12/36 - Projectiles, missiles or mines characterised by the warhead, the intended effect, or the material characterised by the warhead or the intended effect for signalling
F42B 12/74 - Projectiles, missiles or mines characterised by the warhead, the intended effect, or the material characterised by the material of the core or solid body
F42B 12/76 - Projectiles, missiles or mines characterised by the warhead, the intended effect, or the material characterised by the material of the casing
TRAJECTORY MODIFICATION OF A SPINNING PROJECTILE BY CONTROLLING THE ROLL ORIENTATION OF A DECOUPLED PORTION OF THE PROJECTILE THAT HAS ACTUATED AERODYNAMIC SURFACES
GENERAL DYNAMICS ORDNANCE AND TACTICAL SYSTEMS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
Morris, Joseph, P.
Lichon, Paul
Smith, Douglas, L.
Abstract
An apparatus and system for controlling the trajectory of a projectile having two rotationally decoupled sections, wherein the first section is rotationally decoupled from the second section. The first section of the projectile contains a navigation system. The first section also contains an actuator by which aero-control surfaces on the second section are actuated. The second section may have external aero-spin surfaces which provide a torque counter to the rotation of the base projectile. The apparatus and system also includes embodiments having applications for nose sections of projectiles.
F42B 10/62 - Steering by movement of flight surfaces
18.
Trajectory modification of a spinning projectile by controlling the roll orientation of a decoupled portion of the projectile that has actuated aerodynamic surfaces
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tacital Systems, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
Morris, Joseph P.
Lichon, Paul
Smith, Douglas L.
Abstract
An apparatus and system for controlling the trajectory of a projectile having two rotationally decoupled sections, wherein the first section is rotationally decoupled from the second section. The first section of the projectile contains a navigation system. The first section also contains an actuator by which aero-control surfaces on the second section are actuated. The second section may have external aero-spin surfaces which provide a torque counter to the rotation of the base projectile. The apparatus and system also includes embodiments having applications for nose sections of projectiles.
G01S 19/49 - Determining position by combining or switching between position solutions derived from the satellite radio beacon positioning system and position solutions derived from a further system whereby the further system is an inertial position system, e.g. loosely-coupled
F42B 10/64 - Steering by movement of flight surfaces of fins
F42B 10/00 - Means for influencing, e.g. improving, the aerodynamic properties of projectiles or missiles; Arrangements on projectiles or missiles for stabilising, steering, range-reducing, range-increasing or fall-retarding
F41G 7/34 - Direction control systems for self-propelled missiles based on predetermined target position data
F41G 7/36 - Direction control systems for self-propelled missiles based on predetermined target position data using inertial references
A non-lethal projectile having a shear-thinning fluid within an interior cavity. The shear-thinning fluid having a greater apparent viscosity at low shear rates to spin-stabilize the non-lethal projectile during flight and a lower apparent viscosity at a high shear rate corresponding with the shear-thinning fluid shearing against the frangible cap upon the non-lethal projectile striking the target, with the low viscosity of the shear-thinning fluid allowing proper dispersal upon impact with the target. The shear-thinning fluid can comprise a marking media and be in the form of an emulsion with less than about 50% liquid by volume to effectively disperse upon impact with the target.
F42B 8/16 - Projectiles or missiles disintegrating in flight or upon impact containing an inert filler in powder or granular form
F42B 12/40 - Projectiles, missiles or mines characterised by the warhead, the intended effect, or the material characterised by the warhead or the intended effect for signalling of target-marking, i.e. impact-indicating, type
F42B 12/36 - Projectiles, missiles or mines characterised by the warhead, the intended effect, or the material characterised by the warhead or the intended effect for signalling
F42B 12/74 - Projectiles, missiles or mines characterised by the warhead, the intended effect, or the material characterised by the material of the core or solid body
GENERAL DYNAMICS ORDINANCE AND TACTICAL SYSTEMS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
Piazza, Jonathan
Bloomhardt, Theodore
Fletcher, John
Krylov, Vladimir
Pepper, Craig
Abstract
A gun sight for use with a weapon configured for super elevation is disclosed herein. The gun sight includes, but is not limited to, an imaging system that is configured for rotation. The gun sight further includes a drive mechanism that associated with the imaging system and that is configured to rotate the imaging system. The gun sight further includes a gyroscope associated with one of the weapon and the imaging system. The gun sight still further includes a processor that is communicatively coupled with the drive mechanism and the gyroscope. The processor is configured to control the drive mechanism to rotate the imaging system in a manner that causes the imaging system to maintain an initial angular orientation based on information provided by the gyroscope when the weapon is superelevated.
A lightweight projectile having an integrated driving band positioned around the exterior of the polymer base of the projectile for engaging the rifling of a barrel to impart spin stabilization to the projectile. The driving band protrudes from the polymer base to minimize the contact between the polymer base and the rifling to reduce friction between the barrel and the projectile as the projectile is fired. The reduced friction allows the lightweight projectile to be propelled with minimal propellant force while still retaining the ballistic advantages of a spin stabilized projectile.
F42B 12/40 - Projectiles, missiles or mines characterised by the warhead, the intended effect, or the material characterised by the warhead or the intended effect for signalling of target-marking, i.e. impact-indicating, type
F42B 5/145 - Cartridges, i.e. cases with propellant charge and missile for dispensing gases, vapours, powders, particles or chemically-reactive substances
F42B 33/00 - Manufacture of ammunition; Dismantling of ammunition; Apparatus therefor
F42B 12/76 - Projectiles, missiles or mines characterised by the warhead, the intended effect, or the material characterised by the material of the casing
A vessel, such as a rocket motor tube, comprised of an insert, and a joint that allows the insert to decouple from the vessel to relieve pressure when subjected to excessive temperatures and/or a predetermined temperature or temperature range.
F16B 4/00 - Shrinkage connection, e.g. assembled with the parts at different temperature; Force fits; Non-releasable friction-grip fastenings
F42B 15/36 - Means for interconnecting rocket-motor and body section; Multi-stage connectors; Disconnecting means
F16L 35/00 - Special arrangements used in connection with end fittings of hoses, e.g. safety or protecting devices
F16L 13/06 - Welded joints with arrangements preventing overstressing with tension-relief of the weld by means of detachable members, e.g. divided tensioning rings, bolts in flanges
A vessel, such as a rocket motor tube, comprised of an insert, and a joint that allows the insert to decouple from the vessel to relieve pressure when subjected to excessive temperatures and/or a predetermined temperature or temperature range.
A loading machine includes a drum cam configured to rotate and having a cam path. A first track is positioned proximate the drum cam. A rammer subassembly is engaged with the drum cam and the first track. The rammer subassembly is configured to move between an extended position and a retracted position as the drum cam rotates. The rammer subassembly has a first rammer section engaged with the cam path and configured to move longitudinally during rotation of the drum cam. The first rammer section includes a first gear engaged with the first track such that longitudinal movement of the first rammer section causes rotation of the first gear. A second rammer section is telescopically coupled with the first rammer section and is engaged with the first gear such that rotation of the first gear causes the second rammer section to telescopically move with respect to the first rammer section.
F16H 25/12 - Gearings comprising primarily only cams, cam-followers and screw-and-nut mechanisms for interconverting rotary motion and reciprocating motion with reciprocation along the axis of rotation, e.g. gearings with helical grooves and automatic reversal
F41A 9/06 - Feeding of unbelted ammunition using cyclically moving conveyors, i.e. conveyors having ammunition pusher or carrier elements which are emptied or disengaged from the ammunition during the return stroke
A lightweight projectile having an integrated driving band positioned around the exterior of the polymer base of the projectile for engaging the rifling of a barrel to impart spin stabilization to the projectile. The driving band protrudes from the polymer base to minimize the contact between the polymer base and the rifling to reduce friction between the barrel and the projectile as the projectile is fired. The reduced friction allows the lightweight projectile to be propelled with minimal propellant force while still retaining the ballistic advantages of a spin stabilized projectile.
F42B 12/72 - Projectiles, missiles or mines characterised by the warhead, the intended effect, or the material characterised by the material
F42B 7/04 - Cartridges, i.e. cases with propellant charge and missile of pellet type
F42B 12/78 - Projectiles, missiles or mines characterised by the warhead, the intended effect, or the material characterised by the material of the casing of jackets for smallarm bullets
A capacitive reactive armor assembly for shielding a vehicle is disclosed herein. The capacitive reactive armor includes, but is not limited to, a first flyer plate, a second flyer plate, and a capacitor positioned between the first flyer plate and the second flyer plate. The capacitor is configured to store an electric charge and to explosively short circuit when the capacitor is penetrated while the capacitor is electrically charged. The explosive release of energy from the capacitor pushes the first and second flyer plates apart interfering with the penetration of a shaped charge jet or ballistic penetrator.
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
Morris, Joseph P.
Smith, Douglas L.
Abstract
The invention is a projectile, device and system having a roll control device which may be fixed or deployable, for providing torque counter to the spin of the projectile and providing drag on the projectile. The roll control device includes a guidance collar rotatably attached to the projectile located near a front end of the projectile wherein the guidance collar includes one or more guidance collar aero-surfaces shaped to provide torque counter to the spin on the projectile. The guidance collar aero-surfaces may be controlled by a brake and guidance electronics on the projectile. The invention also includes a body collar fixedly attached to the projectile aft of the guidance collar, wherein the body collar includes one or more body collar aero-surfaces and fixed or deployable drag devices. Another embodiment use only a guidance collar aero-surfaces to orient a fixed drag device relative to an Earth inertial reference frame to create asymmetrical drag on the projectile and thereby altering its trajectory.
A payload mount adapter assembly for use with an aircraft is disclosed. The payload mount adapter assembly includes, but is not limited to an upper section that is configured for mounting to the aircraft and a lower section that is configured to receive a payload. The lower section is releasably engaged with the upper section such that the lower section is substantially unadjustable with respect to the upper section when the lower section is in a fixed state and the lower section is substantially adjustable with respect to the upper section when the lower section is in a released state.
B64D 7/04 - Arrangement of military equipment, e.g. armaments, armament accessories, or military shielding, in aircraft; Adaptations of armament mountings for aircraft the armaments being firearms fixedly mounted
32.
Non-lethal marking bullet for related training cartridges
A projectile of non-lethal composition includes an outer casing that is substantially sealed prior to impact with a target both when the projectile is in a static condition and when the projectile is in a dynamic condition. A marking material is encapsulated within the outer casing prior to impact. The outer casing is configured to deform and unseal upon impact such that the marking material disperses forward via hydraulic action.
F42B 12/40 - Projectiles, missiles or mines characterised by the warhead, the intended effect, or the material characterised by the warhead or the intended effect for signalling of target-marking, i.e. impact-indicating, type
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
Howard, William E.
Hinkley, Robert C.
Forrester, Victor J.
Abstract
A loading machine for feeding a receiver includes, but is not limited to, a drum cam that is configured to rotate. The drum cam includes, but is not limited to, a first cam path, and a second cam path. A rammer subassembly is positioned proximate the drum cam. The rammer subassembly includes, but is not limited to, a first member that is configured to engage the first cam path and to move longitudinally with respect to the drum cam upon a rotation of the drum cam, and a second member that is configured to telescopically engage the first member and further configured to engage the second cam path and telescopically move with respect to the first member upon the rotation of the drum cam.
F16H 25/12 - Gearings comprising primarily only cams, cam-followers and screw-and-nut mechanisms for interconverting rotary motion and reciprocating motion with reciprocation along the axis of rotation, e.g. gearings with helical grooves and automatic reversal
F41A 9/06 - Feeding of unbelted ammunition using cyclically moving conveyors, i.e. conveyors having ammunition pusher or carrier elements which are emptied or disengaged from the ammunition during the return stroke
GENERAL DYNAMICS ORDNANCE AND TACTICAL SYSTEMS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
Mcdermott, Brian K.
Prentice, Jerry W.
Green, Shawn R.
Wilson, Mike A.
Abstract
A method for preparing a stabilized nitrocellulose article includes providing a nitrocellulose-containing mat of fibers. The nitrocellulose-containing mat of fibers is treated with a solution that comprises a solvent and a stabilizer to produce the article. The stabilizer is soluble in the solvent. The solvent dissolves the stabilizer and the nitrocellulose in the nitrocellulose-containing mat of fibers is substantially insoluble in the solvent at ambient pressure and temperature. An inflatable bag comprises a shell and the stabilized nitrocellulose article. The shell is formed from a foldable material and has an outer surface and an inner surface. The inner surface defines an interior cavity of the inflatable bag. The stabilized nitrocellulose article is disposed upon the inner surface of the shell in the interior cavity and is foldable in conformity with at least one fold of the shell.
D06B 9/00 - Solvent-treatment of textile materials
D06B 3/02 - Passing of textile materials through liquids, gases, or vapours to effect treatment, e.g. washing, dyeing, bleaching, sizing, impregnating of fibres, slivers, or rovings
Marking cartridge for conventional firearms that deposits marking media on impact with a target. The marking cartridge generally comprises a marking projectile containing a quantity of marking media beneath a frangible cap portion and having a more durable exterior surface adapted to engage the rifling of the barrel when fired. The marking projectile also may comprise a receptacle for marking media having a curled lip adapted to remove air during assembly and excess marking media to insure a consistent quantity of marking media is contained within the marking projectile. The receptacle defining a marking media cavity radially spaced from exterior bearing portion wall and having a mushroom shape. The marking cartridge also may comprise an extendable casing.
F42B 5/045 - Cartridges, i.e. cases with propellant charge and missile of telescopic type
F42B 12/40 - Projectiles, missiles or mines characterised by the warhead, the intended effect, or the material characterised by the warhead or the intended effect for signalling of target-marking, i.e. impact-indicating, type
Marking cartridge for conventional firearms that deposits marking media on impact with a target. The marking cartridge generally comprises a marking projectile containing a quantity of marking media beneath a frangible cap portion and having a more durable exterior surface adapted to engage the rifling of the barrel when fired. The marking projectile also may comprise a receptacle for marking media having a curled lip adapted to remove air during assembly and excess marking media to insure a consistent quantity of marking media is contained within the marking projectile. The receptacle defining a marking media cavity radially spaced from exterior bearing portion wall and having a mushroom shape. The marking cartridge also may comprise an extendable casing.
F42B 12/36 - Projectiles, missiles or mines characterised by the warhead, the intended effect, or the material characterised by the warhead or the intended effect for signalling
A vessel, such as a rocket motor tube, comprised of an insert, and a joint that allows the insert to decouple from the vessel to relieve pressure when subjected to excessive temperatures and/or a predetermined temperature or temperature range.
GENERAL DYNAMICS ORDNANCE AND TACTICAL SYSTEMS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
Mcdermott, Brian, K.
Greenwod, Kevin, R.
Streeter, James, D.
Abstract
In accordance with one aspect of the invention, a system, method and apparatus for a boat-tail device is described herein. A body section for a projectile having a deployable portion is provided. Gun gases may pass through an orifice at an aft end of a piston and pressurize a volume in a plenum within the body section. Depressurization at muzzle exit may allow the gas pressurized in the plenum to push the piston aft deploying the deployable portion. A stopping and locking mechanism such as a complementarily tapered piston and opening may engage at the end of the stroke of the piston to stop and lock the piston at a predetermined location, A releasable protective cover may be used to protect the structure of the deployable element and other elements from gun gases and launch loads.
A projectile of non-lethal composition includes an outer casing that is substantially sealed prior to impact with a target both when the projectile is in a static condition and when the projectile is in a dynamic condition. A marking material is encapsulated within the outer casing prior to impact. The outer casing is configured to deform and unseal upon impact such that the marking material disperses forward via hydraulic action.
F42B 12/40 - Projectiles, missiles or mines characterised by the warhead, the intended effect, or the material characterised by the warhead or the intended effect for signalling of target-marking, i.e. impact-indicating, type
General Dynamics Ordinance and Tactical Systems, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
Schroeder, Richard W.
Abstract
The present invention provides an apparatus and methods directed to a selectively engageable shaft locking device. In one embodiment, a shaft lock device is presented which enables the testing of the shaft and shaft drive device without engaging the drive mechanism into a fully operational state. Another embodiment provides the ability to return the shaft lock device to a storage state after full engagement. The present invention also provides for methods of testing a selective shaft lock device according to the disclosures contained herein.
General Dynamics Ordnance and tactical Systems, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
Morris, Joseph P.
Smith, Douglas L.
Abstract
Trajectory is controlled by a control system having fins that de-spin a section of the control system relative to a projectile or missile. The control system also includes aero-surfaces that produce a lift when brought to rotation speed of about 0 Hz relative to a reference frame and a brake that couples the guidance package to the rotational inertia of the projectile or missile. In one example, no electric motor is used in the trajectory control system, saving weight and increasing reliability.
F41G 7/00 - Direction control systems for self-propelled missiles
F42B 10/00 - Means for influencing, e.g. improving, the aerodynamic properties of projectiles or missiles; Arrangements on projectiles or missiles for stabilising, steering, range-reducing, range-increasing or fall-retarding
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
Schroeder, Richard W.
Abstract
A fin retention and deployment mechanism that has the advantage of providing for the deployment of aerodynamic control surfaces on command without the need for an additional actuation device or control circuitry separate from the actuator that controls the angle of the fins during flight. The actuator that is already required for operation of the control surfaces after deployment initiates the deployment of the fins, as well. A latch mechanism comprises a retaining member and a lath, which engages the retaining member enabling a biasing mechanism to force the fins from a stowed position to a fully deployed position.
GENERAL DYNAMICS ORDNANCE AND TACTICAL SYSTEMS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
Schroeder, Richard, W.
Abstract
A fin retention and deployment mechanism that has the advantage of providing for the deployment of aerodynamic control surfaces on command without the need for an additional actuation device or control circuitry separate from the actuator that controls the angle of the fins during flight. The actuator that is already required for operation of the control surfaces after deployment initiates the deployment of the fins, as well. A latch mechanism comprises a retaining member and a latch, which engages the retaining member enabling a biasing mechanism to force the fins from a stowed position to a fully deployed position.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
13 - Firearms; explosives
25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
Goods & Services
(1) Personal body protective wear for use in scenario based self-defense and scenario based combat skills training, namely, gloves, pants, shirts, vests and jackets; protective eyewear, namely goggles; headwear, namely, helmets, padded hoods and neck collars.
(2) Ammunition.
(3) Clothing, namely, pants, gloves, shirts, and jackets; headwear, namely, helmets, padded hoods and neck collars.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
28 - Games; toys; sports equipment
41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services
Goods & Services
Personal body protective wear and armor; protective clothing; protective eyewear; reality-based training apparatus comprised of simulated shooting environment for use in the field of self defense and combat skills; transportable reality-based training apparatus and instruments to be installed onsite in the field of self defense and combat skills. Targets; inanimate target systems. Educational services, namely, providing classes, seminars, workshops, and training courses in the field of self-defense and combat skills and techniques for civilians, law-enforcement and military personnel; training courses in the field of self-defense and combat skills and techniques for civilians, law-enforcement and military personnel.
GENERAL DYNAMICS ORDNANCE AND TACTICAL SYSTEMS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
Smith, Douglas, L.
Abstract
The invention relates generally to a roll damping apparatus for a spinning projectile having a first section and a second section rotatably attached about a roll axis. The roll damping apparatus comprises a first portion attached to the front section, and a second portion attached to the rear section. The first portion is adapted to cause a braking frictional force to act on the second portion, the braking force being effective to control the spin rate of the front section relative to the rear section. The invention further relates to a spinning projectile having a roll damping apparatus.
F42B 10/00 - Means for influencing, e.g. improving, the aerodynamic properties of projectiles or missiles; Arrangements on projectiles or missiles for stabilising, steering, range-reducing, range-increasing or fall-retarding
General Dynamic Ordnance and Tactical Systems, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
Smith, Douglas L.
Morris, Joseph P.
Abstract
The invention relates generally to a roll damping apparatus for a spinning projectile having a first section and a second section rotatably attached about a roll axis. The roll damping apparatus comprises a first portion attached to the front section, and a second portion attached to the rear section. The first portion is adapted to cause a braking frictional force to act on the second portion, the braking force being effective to control the spin rate of the front section relative to the rear section. The invention further relates to a spinning projectile having a roll damping apparatus.
F41G 7/00 - Direction control systems for self-propelled missiles
F42B 10/00 - Means for influencing, e.g. improving, the aerodynamic properties of projectiles or missiles; Arrangements on projectiles or missiles for stabilising, steering, range-reducing, range-increasing or fall-retarding
A projectile of non-lethal composition includes an outer casing that is substantially sealed prior to impact with a target both when the projectile is in a static condition and when the projectile is in a dynamic condition. A marking material is encapsulated within the outer casing prior to impact. The outer casing is configured to deform and unseal upon impact such that the marking material disperses forward via hydraulic action.
F42B 12/40 - Projectiles, missiles or mines characterised by the warhead, the intended effect, or the material characterised by the warhead or the intended effect for signalling of target-marking, i.e. impact-indicating, type
