US3986683A
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Jet tab steerable missile
Assignee: United States Department of the Air Force
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Filing: 1974-03-27
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Granted: 1976-10-19
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Expires: 1994-03-27
Abstract
Abstract A jet tab steerable missile having a plurality of tab-shaped elements rotatably mounted on the rear portion of the missile adjacent the nozzle. The tab-shaped elements are capable of 360° rotary movement from a thrust vector control position into the air stream. In so doing the tab-shaped elements will provide post "burn out" side force generation, and therefore, extend range control of the missile.
Inventors
- 👤 John R. Ellison
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 23:19
CPC Classifications
F; F02; F02K; F02K9/00; F02K9/80; F02K9/90; F42; F42B; F42B10/00; F42B10/60; F42B10/66; F42B10/665
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
98 words
A jet tab steerable missile comprising a missile body, a nozzle located at the rear of said body, a plurality of tab-shaped elements rotatably mounted on said body about respective axis parallel to the longitudinal axis of said missile adjacent said nozzle, said elements being capable of 360° of rotary motion about said axis and means operably connected to said elements for rotating said elements from a thrust control position within said nozzle to an aerodynamic control position external of said nozzle whereby said missile can be controlled even during the post "burn out" period of said missile.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
98 words
A jet tab steerable missile comprising a missile body, a nozzle located at the rear of said body, a plurality of tab-shaped elements rotatably mounted on said body about respective axis parallel to the longitudinal axis of said missile adjacent said nozzle, said elements being capable of 360° of rotary motion about said axis and means operably connected to said elements for rotating said elements from a thrust control position within said nozzle to an aerodynamic control position external of said nozzle whereby said missile can be controlled even during the post "burn out" period of said missile.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
38 words
A jet tab steerable missile as defined in claim 1 wherein said elements have a curved shape being of a concave configuration on the interior surface thereof and being of a convex configuration on the exterior surface thereof.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
18 words
A jet tab steerable missile as defined in claim 1 wherein said elements have a substantially rectangular configuration.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
23 words
A jet tab steerable missile as defined in claim 2 wherein said rotating means is in the form of a hydraulic actuating system.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1979-10-19 | 1980-04-19 | 1980-10-19 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-10-19 | 1984-04-19 | 1984-10-19 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-10-19 | 1988-04-19 | 1988-10-19 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |