Ground target for simulating the heat silhouette of a vehicle such as a tank
US5901959A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 12, 1997 |
| Grant date | May 11, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 12, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF41J2/02
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The invention is a ground target that simulates the heat support structure of a moving object, particularly a vehicle such as a tank. It has adjustable heat transmitter at least partially covering a support structure whose three-dimensional shape resembles that of the object to be represented. The heat transmitter has modular elements which are attached to an intermediate solid structure. The modular elements are plate-shaped diffusors with at least one heater associated with the inside surface of each diffusor. The target can be used for simulation tests with or without actual engagement with training ammunition by training vehicles.
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