Patents by Inventor Andr/e/ R. Santalucia

Andr/e/ R. Santalucia 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).

  • Patent number: 4479417
    Abstract: A standard launcher module for various missiles, in particular flares, comprises a flat wall forming a base, provided with male engagement members. In the position engaged on the support incorporated in the aircraft, a connector is active. Provided in a central groove is a series of electrical initiators connected selectively to the connector and located opposite counterpart relay channels which lead respectively to the useful charges. A sliding bar located in the groove has orifices, located according to the working geometry of the initiators. Finally, a motor connected to the connector allows the movement of the bar between a safety position and an armed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 1, 1982
    Date of Patent: October 30, 1984
    Assignee: Societe E. LaCroix
    Inventors: Alain A. Billard, Andr/e/ R. Santalucia, Roland C. Encoyand