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US3735985A
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Rocket propelled target
Assignee: Susquehanna Corp
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Filing: 1970-10-15
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Granted: 1973-05-29
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Expires: 1990-10-15
Abstract
Abstract A rocket vehicle suitable for use as an airborne training target is disclosed. The vehicle frame is manufactured of aluminum or other lightweight material having high structural strength and includes a longitudinally extending elongated center member to which are attached a nose cone, fin sections and one or more rocket motors. Attached to the rear of the vehicle are a series of lightweight banners. By varying the length of the banners and the number of rocket motors, visual cross-section as well as the performance characteristics of the vehicle may be varied. The rocket vehicle may be adapted for firing of the rocket motors in sequence with the time of firing controlled in order to obtain sustained high velocity flight over an extended range or to vary the performance of the vehicle during flight.
Inventors
- 👤 G E Layer
- 👤 J A Kreuzer
- 👤 J S Yates
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 18:50
CPC Classifications
F; F41; F41J; F41J9/00; F41J9/08; F42; F42B; F42B15/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 18
Claim 1
Independent Claim
110 words
A rocket vehicle comprising: a. an elongated center member having a forward end and a rear portion, b. a plate attached to the forward end of said center member, said plate being adapted to receive and support the front end of at least one rocket motor, c. a nose cone secured to said plate, d. at least one rocket motor mounted on said plate and extending essentially parallel to said center member, e. a plurality of fins directly attached to the rear portion of said elongated center member, and f. said vehicle having no outer casing surrounding said at least one rocket motor between said fins and said nose cone.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
110 words
A rocket vehicle comprising: a. an elongated center member having a forward end and a rear portion, b. a plate attached to the forward end of said center member, said plate being adapted to receive and support the front end of at least one rocket motor, c. a nose cone secured to said plate, d. at least one rocket motor mounted on said plate and extending essentially parallel to said center member, e. a plurality of fins directly attached to the rear portion of said elongated center member, and f. said vehicle having no outer casing surrounding said at least one rocket motor between said fins and said nose cone.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
22 words
The rocket vehicle of claim 1 wherein said center member is hollow and the rocket motor is mounted within said center member.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
36 words
The rocket vehicle of claim 1 wherein said plate is adapted to receive and support the front end of a plurality of rocket motors, and further comprising a plurality of rocket motors mounted on said plate.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
44 words
The rocket vehicle of claim 3 wherein said plurality of rocket motors comprises an even number of rocket motors mounted on said plate and further comprising means for attaching said rocket motors to said center member adjacent the rear portion of said center member.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
21 words
The rocket vehicle of claim 4 further comprising at least one banner of a lightweight flexible material attached to said vehicle.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
43 words
The rocket vehicle of claim 5 further comprising a plurality of support braces, each of said support braces being attached between adjacent fins, and a plurality of banners of a lightweight flexible material wherein at least one banner is attached to each brace.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
18 words
The rocket vehicle of claim 6 wherein said banners have a length between about 5 to 20 feet.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
21 words
The rocket vehicle of claim 3 further comprising at least one banner of a lightweight flexible material attached to said vehicle.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
43 words
The rocket vehicle of claim 8 further comprising a plurality of support braces, each of said support braces being attached between adjacent fins, and a plurality of banners of a lightweight flexible material wherein at least one banner is attached to each brace.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
18 words
The rocket vehicle of claim 9 wherein said banners have a length between about 5 to 20 feet.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
18 words
The rocket vehicle of claim 10 wherein from two to five rocket motors are mounted on said plate.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
21 words
The rocket vehicle of claim 1 further comprising at least one banner of a lightweight flexible material attached to said vehicle.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
127 words
A rocket vehicle comprising: a. an elongated center member having a forward end and a rear portion, b. a plate attached to the forward end of said center member, said plate being adapted to receive and support the front end of at least one rocket motor, c. a nose cone secured to said plate, d. at least one rocket motor mounted on said plate and extending essentially parallel to said center member, e. a plurality of fins attached to the rear portion of said elongated center member, and f. a plurality of support braces, one of said support braces being attached between each pair of adjacent fins, and a plurality of banners of a lightweight flexible material wherein at least one banner is attached to each brace.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
127 words
A rocket vehicle comprising: a. an elongated center member having a forward end and a rear portion, b. a plate attached to the forward end of said center member, said plate being adapted to receive and support the front end of at least one rocket motor, c. a nose cone secured to said plate, d. at least one rocket motor mounted on said plate and extending essentially parallel to said center member, e. a plurality of fins attached to the rear portion of said elongated center member, and f. a plurality of support braces, one of said support braces being attached between each pair of adjacent fins, and a plurality of banners of a lightweight flexible material wherein at least one banner is attached to each brace.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
36 words
The rocket vehicle of claim 13 wherein said plate is adapted to receive and support the front end of a plurality of rocket motors, and further comprising a plurality of rocket motors mounted on said plate.
Claim 17
Dependent Claim
21 words
The rocket vehicle of claim 14 wherein said center member is hollow and is sized to receive a rocket motor therein.
Claim 18
Dependent Claim
18 words
The rocket vehicle of claim 13 wherein said banners have a length between about 5 to 20 feet.
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) | 1976-05-28 | 1976-11-27 | 1977-05-29 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-05-28 | 1980-11-27 | 1981-05-29 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-05-28 | 1984-11-27 | 1985-05-29 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |