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Explosive matrix for a reactive armor element

US6880445B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 28, 2003
Grant dateApr 19, 2005
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Expiry dateMay 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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