US3968945A
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Shaped mini charge round
Assignee: United States Department of the Army
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Filing: 1974-07-11
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Granted: 1976-07-13
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Expires: 1994-07-11
Abstract
Abstract A mini charged round utilizing a low speed, fin stabilized structure with aarhead having a shaped charge for destroying incoming motar, rocket and artillery rounds. The charged round is provided with a delay ignitor which insures detonation of the main primer in the event of missing the target.
Inventors
- 👤 John E. Walton
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 03:28
CPC Classifications
F; F42; F42B; F42B10/00; F42B10/02; F42B10/14; F42C; F42C9/00; F42C9/14; F42C9/142
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
138 words
A mini charged round having a shaped charge for destroying incoming mortar, rocket and artillery shells, said round comprising: a case having a plurality of spring fins attached on the outside thereof; an inertia block mounted for axial movement within said case; means for exerting a force on said block; said block being provided with a recess therein; a locking pin attached to one of said fins for entering said recess and preventing axial movement of said block; said round including a charge and means for igniting said charge positioned forward of said block; means carried by said block for striking said ignition means; delay ignition means in said case and means for striking and igniting said delay ignition means, said means for igniting said delay ignition being a striker carried on the rear side of said block.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
138 words
A mini charged round having a shaped charge for destroying incoming mortar, rocket and artillery shells, said round comprising: a case having a plurality of spring fins attached on the outside thereof; an inertia block mounted for axial movement within said case; means for exerting a force on said block; said block being provided with a recess therein; a locking pin attached to one of said fins for entering said recess and preventing axial movement of said block; said round including a charge and means for igniting said charge positioned forward of said block; means carried by said block for striking said ignition means; delay ignition means in said case and means for striking and igniting said delay ignition means, said means for igniting said delay ignition being a striker carried on the rear side of said block.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
137 words
A mini charged round having a shaped charge for destroying incoming mortar, rocket and artillery shells, said round comprising: a case having a plurality of spring fins attached on the outside thereof; an inertia block mounted for axial movement within said case; means for exerting a force on said block; said block being provided with a recess therein; a locking pin attached to one of said fins for entering said recess and preventing axial movement of said block; said round including a charge and means for igniting said charge positioned forward of said block; means carried by said block for striking said ignition means; delay ignition means in said case and means for striking and igniting said delay ignition means, said means for igniting said delay ignition being a striker mounted on a fin and actuated thereby.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
137 words
A mini charged round having a shaped charge for destroying incoming mortar, rocket and artillery shells, said round comprising: a case having a plurality of spring fins attached on the outside thereof; an inertia block mounted for axial movement within said case; means for exerting a force on said block; said block being provided with a recess therein; a locking pin attached to one of said fins for entering said recess and preventing axial movement of said block; said round including a charge and means for igniting said charge positioned forward of said block; means carried by said block for striking said ignition means; delay ignition means in said case and means for striking and igniting said delay ignition means, said means for igniting said delay ignition being a striker mounted on a fin and actuated thereby.
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) | 1979-07-13 | 1980-01-12 | 1980-07-13 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-07-13 | 1984-01-12 | 1984-07-13 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-07-13 | 1988-01-12 | 1988-07-13 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |