Operational control logic for harmonized turret with gimbaled sub-systems
US8833232B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 30, 2012 |
| Grant date | Sep 16, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 17, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF41H5/266
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Methods are disclosed for controlling a turret assembly with two or more gimbaled, swivel assembly sub-systems, such as a gimbaled gun and a gimbaled electro-optical sensor. The turret can be automatically slewed in response to one of the swivel assemblies rotating. A user can switch turret modes reflecting a priority between the gimbaled sub-systems system so that one takes priority over the other(s) during a mission.
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