Patents by Inventor John Milan Flanagan

John Milan Flanagan has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Flechette packing assembly
    Patent number: 7007608
    Abstract: A flechette packing assembly utilizing a flechette projectile having its aerodynamic stabilization elements within the body mass and below the body surface with a packing orientation of a 90-degree right angle to the intended axis of projection. The packing assembly of the described flechettes are placed within a shell body for discharge from a gun system, rocket warhead, or cluster bomblet. The flechette packing assembly orientation allows acceleration to any velocity without distortion or deformation of the flechette projectiles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 5, 2003
    Date of Patent: March 7, 2006
    Inventor: John Milan Flanagan