US3664262A
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Reactive focusing warhead concept
Assignee: United States Department of the Navy
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Filing: 1969-05-23
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Granted: 1972-05-23
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Expires: 1989-05-23
Abstract
Abstract A warhead containing two components, each of which is explosively inert alone but which explode when combined. Upon detonation of the warhead the components are propelled along separate paths to a point near the target where they combine and explode to extend the destructive radius of the warhead.
Inventors
- 👤 Millard F Rose
- 👤 James C Talley
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 14:22
CPC Classifications
F; F42; F42B; F42B1/00; F42B1/02
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
97 words
A warhead comprising: a first and a second material each of which is explosively inert alone but which produce a reaction when combined; a shaped charge in a shape of an hour glass; means for detonating said shaped charge; and means for mounting said first and second material on said shaped charge with the first material mounted on one half of the hour glass and the second material mounted on the other half of the hour glass so that upon detonation of said shaped charge said first and second materials are propelled together to produce a reaction.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
97 words
A warhead comprising: a first and a second material each of which is explosively inert alone but which produce a reaction when combined; a shaped charge in a shape of an hour glass; means for detonating said shaped charge; and means for mounting said first and second material on said shaped charge with the first material mounted on one half of the hour glass and the second material mounted on the other half of the hour glass so that upon detonation of said shaped charge said first and second materials are propelled together to produce a reaction.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
13 words
The warhead of claim 1 wherein said first material comprises iron oxide powder.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
12 words
The warhead of claim 1 wherein said first material comprises a fuel.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
13 words
The warhead of claim 1 wherein said first material comprises mixed amine fuels.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
12 words
The warhead of claim 1 wherein said first material comprises aviation gasoline.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
11 words
The warhead of claim 1 wherein said second material comprises aluminum.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
12 words
The warhead of claim 1 wherein said second material comprises an oxidizer.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
15 words
The warhead of claim 1 wherein said second material comprises inhibited red fuming nitric acid.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
14 words
The warhead Of claim 1 wherein said second material comprises 72 percent perchloric acid.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1975-05-23 | 1975-11-22 | 1976-05-23 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-05-23 | 1979-11-22 | 1980-05-23 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-05-23 | 1983-11-22 | 1984-05-23 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |