Patents Assigned to LAPORTE HOLDING (SAS)
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Patent number: 11733007Abstract: A machine for launching targets including a base on which there is arranged an assembly having a launching mechanism and a drum for storing targets, assembly being configured so as to be able to move relative to the base, the machine including a tilting device that allows the assembly to move relative to the base, the tilting device having on one hand a first portion connected to the base and having one from among a curved rail and an element for guiding of the rail in a single degree of freedom of tilting along the rail, and on the other hand a second portion connected to the assembly and having the other from among the rail and the guiding element, wherein it comprises a pivot connection about a rotation axis A2 between the second portion and the rest of the assembly.Type: GrantFiled: May 7, 2020Date of Patent: August 22, 2023Assignee: LAPORTE HOLDING (SAS)Inventors: Jean-Michel Laporte, Jean-Marc Fouques
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Patent number: 10690458Abstract: A machine for launching at least one target. The machine comprises a launch plate, a launch arm mobile in rotation at least between a supply position, an armed position and an ejection position, a guide element pressing against a first portion of a contour of the target, and a mobile stop exerting a force on a second portion of the contour of the target. The launch arm comprises an ejection portion configured to apply an ejection stress onto a third portion of the target in the armed position, the first, second and third portion being distinct. The launch arm comprises a pin provided with a contact portion configured to contact a fourth portion of the contour of the target in the armed position, the fourth portion being distinct from the other portions.Type: GrantFiled: March 14, 2017Date of Patent: June 23, 2020Assignee: LAPORTE HOLDING (SAS)Inventors: Jean-Michel Laporte, Jean-Marc Fouques
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Patent number: 10634465Abstract: Machine for launching targets comprising a frame on which a mounting is assembled, relative to which a barrel is rotatably assembled according to an axis of rotation and in a direction of rotation. The barrel comprising a plurality of columns for storing stacks of targets, the storage columns being arranged according to a ring defining an inner surface of the barrel. The inner space of the barrel advantageously comprises at least one additional target storage element.Type: GrantFiled: January 11, 2017Date of Patent: April 28, 2020Assignee: LAPORTE HOLDING (SAS)Inventors: Jean-Michel Laporte, Jean-Marc Fouques
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Patent number: 10488162Abstract: A machine for launching targets, comprising a base on which an assembly comprising a launch mechanism and a drum for storing targets is arranged. The assembly is configured to be mobile with respect to the base, wherein it comprises a tilting mechanism comprising a main tilting system providing a main mobility of the assembly with respect to the base consisting of a curved slide rigidly connected to one out of the base and the assembly, and an element guided by the slide in a single degree of freedom in translation along the slide and rigidly connected to the other out of the base and the assembly. The slide and the guided element are mounted movably in translation along the slide.Type: GrantFiled: May 24, 2018Date of Patent: November 26, 2019Assignee: LAPORTE HOLDING (SAS)Inventors: Jean-Michel Laporte, Jean-Marc Fouques
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Patent number: 9945644Abstract: A machine for launching targets, comprising a chassis on which a support is mounted. A barrel is rotatably mounted about an axis of rotation, the barrel comprising a plurality of columns for storing stacked targets. The columns each have an axis parallel to the axis of rotation. The chassis comprises a surface for receiving targets for a launch, the support comprising a hole configured to allow the passage of a target from a column of the barrel to the receiving surface. The support comprises a first locking position with respect to the chassis and at least a second locking position with respect to the chassis, the first position and the second position having an angular offset along the axis of rotation.Type: GrantFiled: December 9, 2015Date of Patent: April 17, 2018Assignee: LAPORTE HOLDING (SAS)Inventors: Jean-Marc Fouques, Jean-Michel Laporte
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Patent number: 9004055Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for delivering targets (2) comprising at least one column (4) for storing targets (2) capable of receiving a first target (11) at the lowest point of the column (4) and at least a second target (12) stacked on the first target (11), means for delivering the first target (11), and retention means for retaining the second target (12) in the column (4), characterized in that the retention means for retaining comprise a ramp (21) configured to exert a bearing force on the lower face of the second target (12) during the delivery of the first target (11). This invention also relates to a machine for launching targets (2) equipped with a device and a method for distributing the targets (2).Type: GrantFiled: May 3, 2011Date of Patent: April 14, 2015Assignee: Laporte Holding (SAS)Inventors: Jean-Michel Laporte, Jean-Marc Fouques
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Publication number: 20110260404Abstract: A target (2) for archery intended to be thrown into the air and capable of being impacted by an arrow is characterized in that the target (2) includes at least three layers (12, 13) of polymer foam. The target will find an application in sports training and/or game in archery.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 18, 2011Publication date: October 27, 2011Applicant: LAPORTE HOLDING (SAS)Inventors: Jean-Michel LAPORTE, Jean-Marc FOUQUES