Conformal airliner defense (CAD) system
US6929214B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 22, 2003 |
| Grant date | Aug 16, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 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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