Abstract: A target system having a base, a stationary member inclined from the base and having a cap, a rotating tube having a cap and positioned over the stationary tube, a bearing between the caps of the stationary member and the rotating tube to permit substantially free rotation of the rotating tube, and a plurality of target sides secured to the rotating tube, with impact of a fired round onto one of the target sides initiating movement of the rotating tube relative to the stationary member.
Type:
Application
Filed:
October 5, 2011
Publication date:
February 2, 2012
Applicant:
EOD TECHNOLOGY, INC.
Inventors:
Kerry L. Kreiman, Mark C. Englert, William R. Brown, JR., Donald Ray Buttrey, Matthew G. Hughs
Abstract: A target system having a base, a stationary member inclined from the base and having a cap, a rotating tube having a cap and positioned over the stationary tube, a bearing between the caps of the stationary member and the rotating tube to permit substantially free rotation of the rotating tube, and a plurality of target sides secured to the rotating tube, with impact of a fired round onto one of the target sides initiating movement of the rotating tube relative to the stationary member.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
July 2, 2009
Date of Patent:
October 19, 2010
Assignee:
EOD Technology, Inc.
Inventors:
Kerry L. Kreiman, Mark C. Englert, William R. Brown, Jr., Donald Ray Buttrey, Matthew G. Hughs
Abstract: Targets, a target range system, and methods for economical operation of a target range. A preferred method includes providing a target range site; providing a target resembling a conventional target in dimension and appearing, yet having a weight that is substantially less than the weight of the conventional target. The target has a plurality of interconnecting plates made of recyclable material and is devoid of hazards comprising munitions, fuels, and radioactive materials. The ingress and egress routes for the target are reduced as compared to routes for conventional targets and enable cost savings. The targets are also readily recycled, enabling additional economic advantage.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
May 4, 2006
Date of Patent:
August 3, 2010
Assignee:
EOD Technology, Inc.
Inventors:
Elliott J. Adler, William M. Pearse, Erik S. Quist, Michael W. Welch
Abstract: Targets, a target range system, and methods for economical operation of a target range. A preferred method includes providing a target range site; providing a target resembling a conventional target in dimension and appearing, yet having a weight that is substantially less than the weight of the conventional target. The target has a plurality of interconnecting plates made of recyclable material and is devoid of hazards comprising munitions, fuels, and radioactive materials. The ingress and egress routes for the target are reduced as compared to routes for conventional targets and enable cost savings. The targets are also readily recycled, enabling additional economic advantage.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
May 4, 2006
Date of Patent:
February 5, 2008
Assignee:
EOD Technology, Inc.
Inventors:
Elliott J. Adler, William M. Pearse, Erik S. Quist, Michael W. Welch