Patents by Inventor David D. Abernathy

David D. Abernathy 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).

  • Variable geometry warhead
    Patent number: 3960085
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a warhead in which the full force of the tire weight of explosive can be aimed at the target. The warhead consists of a cylindrical charge which is radially segmented into a plurality of sections hinged together. A target sensing system opens the hinge nearest the target, auxiliary charges unfold the entire warhead with the "kill" side facing the target and the warhead is then detonated.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 25, 1967
    Date of Patent: June 1, 1976
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Navy
    Inventors: David D. Abernathy, Herbert D. Adams, Warren L. Gilbertson, Isaac E. Leonard, III, Denis A. Silvia