US4711181A
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Warhead with rotationally-symmetrical hollow charge
Assignee: Diehl Verwaltungs Stiftung
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Filing: 1986-12-03
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Granted: 1987-12-08
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Expires: 2006-12-03
Abstract
Abstract A warhead which incorporates a rotationally-symmetrical hollow charge, and provides for a selectively centered or eccentric triggering thereof through the intermediary of suitably arranged detonators. Arranged symmetrically relative to the centrally-located detonator, are two further detonators in a principal plane. Through the symmetrical arrangement of two detonators outside of the principal axis of the warhead, there is generated an areal, cutting charge jet-like particle stream or jet, which will produce a line-like penetrating crater in the target at a relatively extensive penetrating depth.
Inventors
- 👤 Konrad Ringel
- 👤 Karl Rudolf
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-09 19:33
CPC Classifications
F; F42; F42C; F42C19/00; F42C19/08; F42C19/0838; F42C19/0842; F42B; F42B1/00; F42B1/02; F42C19/095
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
112 words
A warhead comprising a rotationally-symmetrical hollow charge with selective central or eccentric triggering through a plurality of predeterminately positioned detonators; said warhead including a generally cylindrical casing having projectile-forming coverings thereon; a base plate closing one end of said casing; a jet-forming insert closing the opposite end of said casing; an explosive material filling said casing and adapted to be triggered by said detonators; said plurality of detonators being arranged in said base plate and including a central detonator and two additional detonators symmetrically spaced relative to said central detonator in a central principal plane longitudinal extending through said casing; and a rotationally-symmetrical deflector member being centrally arranged within the explosive material.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
112 words
A warhead comprising a rotationally-symmetrical hollow charge with selective central or eccentric triggering through a plurality of predeterminately positioned detonators; said warhead including a generally cylindrical casing having projectile-forming coverings thereon; a base plate closing one end of said casing; a jet-forming insert closing the opposite end of said casing; an explosive material filling said casing and adapted to be triggered by said detonators; said plurality of detonators being arranged in said base plate and including a central detonator and two additional detonators symmetrically spaced relative to said central detonator in a central principal plane longitudinal extending through said casing; and a rotationally-symmetrical deflector member being centrally arranged within the explosive material.
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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) | 1990-12-07 | 1991-06-08 | 1991-12-08 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1994-12-07 | 1995-06-08 | 1995-12-08 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1998-12-07 | 1999-06-08 | 1999-12-08 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |