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Mine-like explosion simulator

US8011928B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateNov 26, 2008
Grant dateSep 6, 2011
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Expiry dateMay 1, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF42B8/28
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Mine-like explosion simulators are disclosed herein. According to aspects illustrated herein, a landmine simulator device includes a blast fixture; a lower portion of said blast fixture having a proximal end, a distal end and a hollow area therebetween, said hollow area being configured so as to direct channeling of an audio signature internally for maximum sound; and a top portion of said blast fixture having a top plate and a blast cover, said top plate having an opening for engaging and aligning with said proximal end of said lower portion, and said blast cover being configured so as to release a visible signature externally for maximum exposure.

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