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Radio-controlled surface target having a pliable cover
Assignee: Brunswick Corp
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Filing: 1977-02-01
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Granted: 1978-11-21
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Expires: 1997-02-01
Abstract
Abstract A mobile surface target including a target envelope mounted on a chassis, the envelope having the appearance of a ground vehicle and including a framework and a pliable cover for permitting quick repair. The pliable cover preferably is plastic and inflatable in individual sections, which may be filled with "smoke" for recognition of a hit. The target is radio-controlled and an armored shield is mounted on the chassis of the target under the envelope for protecting the radio-signal receiving and transducing control equipment and the running gear of the target from damage by weapons.
Inventors
- 👤 John A. Kreuzer
- 👤 John F. Gothard, Jr.
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-25 01:58
CPC Classifications
F; F41; F41J; F41J9/00; F41J9/02
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 23
Claim 1
Independent Claim
102 words
A target simulating a moving ground vehicle comprising: vehicle chassis means; means affixed to said chassis means for propelling and maneuvering said chassis means; radio signal receiving and transducing means mounted on said chassis means for controlling said propelling and maneuvering means; armor means disposed on said chassis means for protecting said propelling and maneuvering means and said controlling means; and a target envelope having the appearance of the upper portion of a ground vehicle, said target envelope including a plurality of individual inflatable components and a framework of rigid support members, each of said components being separately attached to said framework.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
102 words
A target simulating a moving ground vehicle comprising: vehicle chassis means; means affixed to said chassis means for propelling and maneuvering said chassis means; radio signal receiving and transducing means mounted on said chassis means for controlling said propelling and maneuvering means; armor means disposed on said chassis means for protecting said propelling and maneuvering means and said controlling means; and a target envelope having the appearance of the upper portion of a ground vehicle, said target envelope including a plurality of individual inflatable components and a framework of rigid support members, each of said components being separately attached to said framework.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
17 words
The target of claim 1 including means for disassembling said framework into a plurality of component parts.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
20 words
The target of claim 1 wherein said individual inflatable components include means for mounting said inflatable components on said framework.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
24 words
The target of claim 1 wherein said mounting means includes D-rings fixed to the inflatable components for lashing the inflatable components to the framework.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
17 words
The target of claim 1 wherein said plurality of individual inflatable components are fabricated from radar-reflective material.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
14 words
The target of claim 5 wherein said radar reflective material is aluminum-filled vinyl fabric.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
19 words
The target of claim 1 wherein said individual inflatable components contain "smoke" for identifying a "hit" on the component.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
128 words
A target simulating a moving ground vehicle comprising: vehicle chassis means; means affixed to said chassis means for propelling and maneuvering said chassis means; radio signal receiving and transducing means mounted on said chassis means for controlling said propelling and maneuvering means; armor means disposed on said chassis means for protecting said propelling and maneuvering means and said controlling means; a target envelope having the appearance of the upper portion of a ground vehicle, said target envelope including a plurality of individual inflatable components and a framework of rigid support members; and means for disassembling said framework into a plurality of component parts, said parts including short members having free ends and said individual inflatable components including tunnels of material attached thereto for sliding over said free ends.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
128 words
A target simulating a moving ground vehicle comprising: vehicle chassis means; means affixed to said chassis means for propelling and maneuvering said chassis means; radio signal receiving and transducing means mounted on said chassis means for controlling said propelling and maneuvering means; armor means disposed on said chassis means for protecting said propelling and maneuvering means and said controlling means; a target envelope having the appearance of the upper portion of a ground vehicle, said target envelope including a plurality of individual inflatable components and a framework of rigid support members; and means for disassembling said framework into a plurality of component parts, said parts including short members having free ends and said individual inflatable components including tunnels of material attached thereto for sliding over said free ends.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
14 words
The target of claim 8 wherein said tunnels of material are attached by fusing.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
94 words
A target simulating a moving ground vehicle comprising: vehicle chassis means; means affixed to said chassis means for propelling and maneuvering said chassis means; and a target envelope mounted on said chassis means, said envelope having the appearance of the upper portion of a ground vehicle and including pliable cover means comprising a plurality of individual inflatable components for permitting quick repair of the envelope, and including a plurality of rigid support members for said pliable cover means, each of said components being separately attached to at least one of said rigid support members.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
94 words
A target simulating a moving ground vehicle comprising: vehicle chassis means; means affixed to said chassis means for propelling and maneuvering said chassis means; and a target envelope mounted on said chassis means, said envelope having the appearance of the upper portion of a ground vehicle and including pliable cover means comprising a plurality of individual inflatable components for permitting quick repair of the envelope, and including a plurality of rigid support members for said pliable cover means, each of said components being separately attached to at least one of said rigid support members.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
19 words
The target of claim 10 wherein said plurality of rigid support members includes a plurality of welded steel tubes.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
17 words
The target of claim 10 wherein said pliable cover means is formed substantially from polyester vinyl fabric.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
20 words
The target of claim 10 including means for disassembling said plurality of support members into a plurality of component parts.
Claim 17
Dependent Claim
21 words
The target of claim 10 wherein said individual inflatable components include means for mounting said inflatable components on said support members.
Claim 18
Dependent Claim
17 words
The target of claim 10 wherein said plurality of individual inflatable components are fabricated from radar-reflective material.
Claim 19
Dependent Claim
13 words
The target of claim 15 wherein said radar-reflective material is aluminum-filled vinyl fabric.
Claim 20
Dependent Claim
19 words
The target of claim 10 wherein said individual inflatable components contain "smoke" for identifying a "hit" on the component.
Claim 21
Dependent Claim
118 words
A target simulating a moving ground vehicle comprising: vehicle chassis means; means affixed to said chassis means for propelling and maneuvering said chassis means; a target envelope mounted on said chassis means, said envelope having the appearance of the upper portion of a ground vehicle and including pliable cover means comprising a plurality of individual inflatable components for permitting quick repair of the envelope, and also including a plurality of rigid support members for said pliable cover means; and means for disassembling said plurality of support members into a plurality of component parts, said parts including short members having free ends and said individual inflatable components including tunnels of material attached thereto for sliding over said free ends.
Claim 22
Dependent Claim
118 words
A target simulating a moving ground vehicle comprising: vehicle chassis means; means affixed to said chassis means for propelling and maneuvering said chassis means; a target envelope mounted on said chassis means, said envelope having the appearance of the upper portion of a ground vehicle and including pliable cover means comprising a plurality of individual inflatable components for permitting quick repair of the envelope, and also including a plurality of rigid support members for said pliable cover means; and means for disassembling said plurality of support members into a plurality of component parts, said parts including short members having free ends and said individual inflatable components including tunnels of material attached thereto for sliding over said free ends.
Claim 23
Dependent Claim
14 words
The target of claim 18 wherein said tunnels of material are attached by fusing.
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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) | 1981-11-20 | 1982-05-22 | 1982-11-21 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1985-11-20 | 1986-05-22 | 1986-11-21 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1989-11-20 | 1990-05-22 | 1990-11-21 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |