Optically tracked projectile
US12247810B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 2, 2022 |
| Grant date | Mar 11, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 2, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01S17/66
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A projectile, that can be tracked by optical means, is fitted with a special tracer incorporated into the projectile's trailing edge. The rearward facing special tracer is incorporated into a metal disk which is crimped to the projectile's metal jacket. The special tracer includes micro-prismatic features that reflect light at the incidence angle. Alternatively, the disk incorporates a fluorescent dye that is responsive to a laser emission. External emitted radiation is reflected or re-emitted from the trailing edge of the projectile, allowing for an external electro-optic tracking device to identify the position of the projectile in flight.
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