Systems and methods for launching munitions
US8424439B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 3, 2010 |
| Grant date | Apr 23, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 18, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF42B15/00
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Systems and methods for launching munitions are provided. In some embodiments, a launcher configured to retain a munition during transport by a vehicle may comprise a first housing, circuitry, and a second housing. The first housing may define a tube configured to hold a munition for transportation. The circuitry may provide electrical communication with a munition present within the tube. The second housing may define a tube corresponding to the tube defined by the first housing. The second housing may be configured to mount to the first housing so that the tubes defined by the first housing and the second housing combine to house and launch a munition.
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