Weapon platform operable in remote control and crew-served operating modes
US11525649B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 9, 2020 |
| Grant date | Dec 13, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 9, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF41G5/16
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Several examples of a dual remote control and crew-served weapon station are described herein that uniquely provide different operating modes, any one of which can be quickly and efficiently selected based on outputs from various system sensors (e.g., switches and buttons). For example, a first operating mode is a mode in which the weapon is remotely steered and fired (e.g., remote controlled). A second operating mode is a mode in which a weapon cradle is stabilized by a gimbal and the weapon is aimed and fired by a local operator (e.g., crew-served stabilized). A third operating mode is a mode in which the cradle is manually steered and the weapon is fired by the local operator (e.g., full manual).
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