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8020482 Air-based vertical launch ballistic missile defense  
An air-based vertical launch system is described by means of which ballistic missile defense can be achieved effectively from a large aircraft. A method for ensuring safe missile egress is...
7910867 Architecture for a launch controller  
A scalable and distributable software architecture for use in conjunction with various different weapons control system and launch systems is disclosed. The architecture discards the proprietary...
7900547 System and method for preparing a launch device  
A launch device may be prepared for launch. The launch device may be assembled in a horizontal position on a mobile device. A lifting device attached to the mobile device may be coupled to the...
7891281 Housing-transportation-launch assembly and method  
In a ground launcher, two or more housing-transportation-launch assemblies for respective missiles are placed one on top of the other and connected releasably and interchangeably to each other;...
7854189 Modular missile launching assembly  
The invention is related to a modular missile launching assembly, more particularly, a compact modular missile launching assembly that is easily attachable to smaller sized watercrafts, allowing...
7849778 Air-based vertical launch ballistic missile defense  
An air-based vertical launch system is described by means of which ballistic missile defense can be achieved effectively from a large aircraft. A method for ensuring safe missile egress is...
7798066 Motorized pyrotechnic system  
One aspect of the invention provides a firing apparatus that provides an arcuate visual effect. The firing apparatus includes a motor, an enclosure housing the motor and an arm connected to a shaft...
7707922 Mobile carrier for a projectile launcher  
A mobile projectile launcher is disclosed having a tiltable launching platform for supporting a plurality of canisters in each of which projectiles to be launched are stored and fired, a support...
7610841 System and method for enhancing the payload capacity, carriage efficiency, and adaptive flexibility of external stores mounted on an aerial vehicle  
A system and method for the conversion of fuel tanks, detachably mountable on the exterior of an aerial vehicle, into high volume, high capacity, diverse functionality and aerodynamically efficient...
7509910 Motorized pyrotechnic system  
One aspect of the invention provides a firing apparatus that provides an arcuate visual effect. The firing apparatus includes a motor, an enclosure housing the motor and an arm connected to a shaft...
7484449 Missile ejection system and launching canister thereof  
The present invention discloses a missile ejection system and a canister thereof. The missile ejection system comprises: comprising: a canister formed as a cylindrical shell, a partition wall...
7467761 Method and system for adjusting the flight path of an unguided projectile, with compensation for jittering deviation  
A method for adjusting the flight path of an unguided projectile, which comprises the steps of: (a) Measuring the magnitude and direction of the jittering of a projectile launch tube, at an...
7338010 Air-launchable aircraft and method of use  
An air-launched aircraft includes deployable wings, elevons, and vertical fins that deploy from a fuselage during flight. The aircraft may include a control system for operating the elevons, a...
7313995 Inclinable munitions launcher  
A deck-mounted inclined munitions launcher is disclosed. In accordance with the illustrative embodiment, the launcher includes a platform, two pivotally-coupled munitions canisters, and a drive...
7293492 Multiple projectile launcher  
In a multiple projectile launcher system, cartridges are securely held within a cassette that can be loaded into a locking and priming mechanism in a base of a multiple projectile launcher. Once...
7185575 Weapon mounting and remote position recognition system  
A system for remote tracking of a tactical missile assembly orientation during targeting and leading to launch from a platform, including a weapon station frame rotatably attached to the platform...
7159501 Stackable in-line surface missile launch system for a modular payload bay  
An underwater missile launch system includes one or more missile loading modules for supporting a plurality of missiles in a stackable, in-line configuration within a pressure vessel. The missiles...
7143681 Firing direction system for a rocket launcher  
The invention relates to a firing direction system for adjusting a rocket launcher, and includes a drive motor (9) that is connected via a safety brake (2-8) with a drive shaft (1) for adjusting...
7140289 Stackable in-line underwater missile launch system for a modular payload bay  
An underwater missile launch system includes one or more missile loading modules for supporting a plurality of missiles disposed within protective capsules in a stackable, in-line configuration...
7089842 Methods of using a marine vessel countermeasure system  
A marine vessel equipped with a countermeasure system having a substantially vertical launch tube that is at least generally rotatable about a vertical reference axis that extends through and along...
7089843 Multiple tube pneumatic launcher  
A launcher includes a plurality of launch tubes for stowing and launching a plurality of air vehicles. A central air manifold is operatively connected to an air storage tank; a first launch tube...
7086318 Anti-tank guided missile weapon  
An anti-tank guided missile (ATGM) weapon system with an overhead mounted, electrically driven, remote controlled weapon station that supports a tube-launched optically-tracked wire-guided (TOW)...
7013790 System and method for deploying a weapon from a stealth position  
A stealth weapon module (10) including a weapon support cage (11) and a weapon (12), with the weapon module (10) able to be stowed beneath a retractable hard roof (15). The roof (15) is raised and...
6907812 Pop-up weapon system  
A remote pop-up weapon system utilizes an elevating deck and a rotating gun base to allow the weapon(s) to be positioned in locations that are preferred over the locations available for traditional...
6868769 Containerized rocket assisted payload (RAP) launch system  
A rocket assisted payload launch system includes a heavy gauge metal shipping container that houses an array of containerized concentric launch tubes, or canisters. Spacers on each containerized...
6851347 Multi-lobed buoyant launch capsule  
A launch capsule assembly having a buoyant main body for a payload of a missile or other unmanned vehicle. The main body includes a plurality of lobes contributing to its interior. The lobes...
6782826 Decoy  
A method of decoying an incoming missile from a target. The method comprises deploying an array of barrels each containing multiple projectiles, determining a position and orientation for a decoy...
6742433 Launcher platform  
A launcher platform including a support structure and a number of rails mounted on the support structure for supporting missiles thereon, each adjacent rail elevated above the other rails to...
6691600 Multi-purpose missile launcher system for a military land vehicle  
A multi-purpose missile launcher system for a military land vehicle that has the capability for direct targeting both short and medium range land targets, as well launching missiles against...
6663047 Multi-purpose aircraft cavity  
There is provided an aircraft which can minimize its radar signature emission. Such aircraft comprises a fuselage having a lower fuselage portion. An internal fuselage cavity is defined within the...
6474600 Aircraft fuselage having a rear-end opening for cargo dispatch  
An aircraft fuselage 10 comprising a cargo storage compartment 18, a rear bulkhead 16 at the rear of the compartment for withstanding internal air pressure in the fuselage, a closeable opening 20...
6394392 Aircraft having multiple fuselages  
The present invention relates to an aircraft having a plurality of fuselages for increased payload. More specifically, the aircraft has a central fuselage, and first and second side-saddle...
6382072 Support and alignment assembly  
A support and alignment assembly for use on a moving vehicle having a fixed receiver mounted thereon. The assembly comprises a support assembly including (i) a loading tray for supporting a...
6199470 Apparatus for launching projectiles from a host aircraft  
An apparatus for launching projectiles from a host aircraft is disclosed. The apparatus comprises: a rotary launcher, a plurality of launch tube assemblies, a plurality of projectile retention...
6186039 Spacecraft launch system and method  
A spacecraft launch system includes a support assembly and a seat coupled to a hinge having a hinge axis. In operation, the support assembly and the seat rotate about the hinge axis to move the...
6164179 Submarine deployable vertical launch spar buoy  
The present invention relates to a system and a method for launching an anautical vehicle from a submerged platform such as a submarine. The system includes a buoy configured to be deployed from a...
6125734 Multi-warfare area launcher  
A modular horizontal launching system is disclosed comprised of modules hng scalable dimensions so as to easily accommodate the handling of different launchable devices. The launching system has a...
6024006 Method for transferring a horizontally arranged rocket from a vessel to a floating structure located at sea  
In a method for transferring a horizontally arranged rocket from a vessel to a floating structure, a ramp is provided in a position projecting out from the vessel, entirely or partially below a...
5932830 Method for rocket launching  
A method of assembling, preparing, transporting to a launch site, and launching a rocket is disclosed. The rocket includes multiple stages and a payload to be carried into space. The rocket's...
5924648 System for upending/reclining launch vehicles  
An improved system is disclosed for upending/reclining an extraterrestrial vehicle. In one embodiment, first and second trunnion supports may be positioned on opposing sides of a u-shaped opening...
5918306 Ship and floatable platform for rocket assembly and launching  
A device for assembling, transporting and launching rockets carrying a payload for transportation into space includes a ship and a floatable structure. The ship includes facilities on a covered...
5908999 Floatable platform rocket launcher  
A device for transporting and launching rockets carrying a payload for transportation into space includes a floatable structure. The floatable structure includes a hoist for moving the rocket in a...
5682005 Missile container support rack  
A rack system (10) is disclosed for use on a vehicle (12) which carries weapons containers (48, 50) containing one or more missiles or rockets (52). A crane mounted on the system pivots each...
5661254 System for protecting a target from missiles  
Described is a system (10) for protecting a target such as an armoured vehicle, a bunker or the like from missiles. The protective system (10) has a launching container (12) with at least one...
5522566 Fighter aircraft having low aerodynamic drag and low radar signature configuration  
A fighter aircraft achieves low aerodynamic drag and radar signature without sacrificing flight performance through a unique arrangement of the main weapons bay, the auxiliary weapons bays, and the...
5461961 Combat vehicle and system for transporting it for loading onto aircraft  
A combat vehicle with a driver's cab mounted on its chassis along with a weapon incorporating a rocket launcher, wherein the rocket launcher rests on a carriage and is elevated and leveled by...
5452640 Multipurpose launcher and controls  
The multipurpose launcher and controls disclosed herein relates to a modular, expandable system with several operational and combat mission options for surface ships. Particularly, the system...
5219133 Lone attack aircraft defense system  
A defense system which provides turret-like platforms equipped with missiles at various points on an airplane or helicopter. The missiles are recoiless and may be either self-guided or...
5191162 Method and apparatus for a ship-based rocket launching structure  
Method and apparatus for launching at sea a rocket with a satellite or military weapon payload. At a staging point where trusses, rockets and other requirements are located, two ships are aligned...
5148734 Universal aircraft rocket/missile launcher (UARML) and triple launcher adapter (TLA)  
A missile launcher system for use on fixed and rotary wing aircraft to carry, arm and launch missiles and rockets. The apparatus includes a retention unit a support beam, a positive stop, an...
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