Patents Examined by Michael J. Carole
  • Warhead with aligned projectiles
    Patent number: 6973878
    Abstract: A kinetic energy rod warhead with aligned projectiles includes a projectile core in a hull including a plurality of individual projectiles and an explosive charge in the hull about the core. The individual projectiles are aligned when the explosive charge deploys the projectiles. The projectiles may also be aimed in a specific direction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 5, 2003
    Date of Patent: December 13, 2005
    Assignee: Raytheon Company
    Inventors: Richard M. Lloyd, Ernest C. Faccini