Missile jet vane control system and method
US5806791A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 26, 1995 |
| Grant date | Sep 15, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 26, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF42B10/665
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A jet vane control system and method for a missile in which the system is compact, rugged, lightweight and detachably connected to the aft end of a missile. The system provides for very quick pitch over and roll control during launch. The system then detaches from the missile so as not to burden the missile during its flight to target. The vanes of the system are divided into quadrants, each having its own, mounting support and gear train assembly. Each vane is also connected through a, detachable coupling to the steering control system of the missile such that actuation of the steering control system simultaneously actuates the jet vane control system.
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