Device with selectable units that are fired or launched
US7004075B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 20, 2001 |
| Grant date | Feb 28, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 20, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF42B12/10
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An ammunition unit, such as a missile, the casing of which contains at least one explosive charge as well as warhead modules arranged in or on the fuselage or casing that comprise a constituent part of the unit's warhead function when the explosive charge is actuated. The warhead effect modules are of modular design, and the various modules are secured to the fuselage or casing by securing devices and/or retention parts. The device includes a range of modules pertaining to different types of warhead effects. When engaging an actual type of target the ammunition unit is assembled with an array of modules-selected from the range of modules-matched to different types of targets or engagement situations, with the array of modules secured to the fuselage or casing by securing devices.
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