Patents by Inventor Erling M. Danielson

Erling M. Danielson 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).

  • Shoot-through cover for an explosively formed penetrator warhead
    Patent number: 5925845
    Abstract: An improved shoot-through warhead cover is constructed of a low density material, such as polyethylene foam, in a dome-like shape. An anterior surface of the shoot-through cover is configured so as to be in proximate mating relationship with the exterior surface of an EFP liner member. The exterior surface of the cover is also aerodynamically contoured to match the external shape of a receiving warhead delivery vehicle body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 1, 1997
    Date of Patent: July 20, 1999
    Assignee: Alliant Techsystems Inc.
    Inventors: Robert E. Tompkins, Erling M. Danielson