Patents Represented by Attorney Erkkila
  • Patent number: 3978792
    Abstract: A cartridge case adapter member is adapted to fit over a fin hub member of fin stabilized projectile and is securely held thereto by the combination of an interlocking retainer sleeve and retainer plug. The combination projectile-to-combustible cartridge case attachment permits the projectile subassembly to pass a standard five foot drop test.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 25, 1975
    Date of Patent: September 7, 1976
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Army
    Inventors: Ralph F. Campoli, Edwin G. Steiner, Dennis L. Purtilo, Thomas A. Lynch