Armor mounting system and armor incorporating the same
US11788821B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 12, 2022 |
| Grant date | Oct 17, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 12, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/768
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A modular armor system configured to be readily attached and detached from a frame surrounding a window in a vehicle or other structure, such as a building. The modular armor system may be configured to provide any desired ballistics protection rating. In one embodiment, the modular armor system includes a ballistics-grade armor panel having an outer strike face and an inner surface opposite the outer strike face. The modular armor system also includes a fastener coupled to the ballistics-grade armor panel. The fastener is configured to detachably couple the ballistics-grade armor panel to the frame surrounding the window in the vehicle or other structure.
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