Canisterized interceptor with embedded windings and method for safe round detection

Embodiments of a canisterized interceptor and method to prevent the launch of a canisterized interceptor that may have been penetrated by small arms fire are generally described herein. In some embodiments, the canisterized interceptor includes a composite canister for housing an interceptor. The ca...

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Main Author DUPONT JAMES H
Format Patent
LanguageEnglish
Published 05.06.2012
Subjects
APPARATUS FOR LAUNCHING PROJECTILES OR MISSILES FROM BARRELS,e.g. CANNONS
BLASTING
HARPOON GUNS
HEATING
LAUNCHERS FOR ROCKETS OR TORPEDOES
LIGHTING
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
WEAPONS
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Summary:Embodiments of a canisterized interceptor and method to prevent the launch of a canisterized interceptor that may have been penetrated by small arms fire are generally described herein. In some embodiments, the canisterized interceptor includes a composite canister for housing an interceptor. The canister includes an embedded winding to provide a conductive path and comprises a conductor arranged within composite material of the canister. A maximum spacing may be provided between windings of the conductor and penetration of the canister may be indicated by an open or short circuit in the conductive path.
Bibliography:Application Number: US20080146181