Projectile targeting system
US8157169B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 2, 2009 |
| Grant date | Apr 17, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 7, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF42C11/002
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
In an example embodiment, a method of identifying a firing solution to a target is provided. In this method, an elevation of the target and a height of the target relative to an initial height of the projectile are sensed. A clear line of sight from the projectile to the target is also sensed. Based on the elevation, the height, and the clear line of sight, an acceptable firing solution is identified. An signal indicating that the projectile can be launched can then be initiated based on the identification of the acceptable firing solution.
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