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Conformal airliner defense (CAD) system

US6929214B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 22, 2003
Grant dateAug 16, 2005
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Expiry dateOct 12, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB64D7/00
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A conformal air defense (CAD) system is provided which is adapted to be attached externally to an aircraft as an appendage. The CAD system includes a conformal mounting adapter having an aircraft-to-adapter interface and upper adapter side. A mounting structure is provided which has an adapter interface and a mounting side, wherein the adapter interface is attached to the upper adapter side. A missile countermeasures system is mounted on the mounting side of the mounting structure. And a cover substantially encloses the countermeasures system, wherein the cover is removably fastened to the mounting side of the mounting structure.

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