Explosive matrix for a reactive armor element
US6880445B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 28, 2003 |
| Grant date | Apr 19, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 28, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF41H5/007
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A reactive armor element for protection against a shaped-charge warhead, comprising a casing fitted with an outer metal cover plate, and at least one explosive matrix extending between the metal plates. The explosive matrix comprises a substantially flat carrier plate formed with a plurality of compartments formed by adjoining divider ribs, with explosive material embedded between the ribs.
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