Non-lethal self-protection weapon
US11519700B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 4, 2021 |
| Grant date | Dec 6, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 4, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF42B12/36
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A gripless, non-lethal, self-protection weapon comprises a clamshell with top and bottom shells pivotally coupled together about a rear hinge and defining a cavity therein. The clamshell has a forward opening and the top shell has a top opening. A panel is slidably carried by the top shell and selectively covers the top opening. A nozzle is carried by the clamshell at the forward opening. A cartridge is removably positioned in the cavity. The cartridge comprises a barrel with an outlet positioned at the forward opening of the clamshell; a compressed gas vessel; and a diverter to redirect compressed gas from the compressed gas vessel in a rearward direction towards an inlet of the barrel in a forward direction.
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