Patents by Inventor Mats Fransson

Mats Fransson 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).

  • Method for launching counter-measures, and arrangement for storing and launching counter-measures
    Patent number: 6619178
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a method and an arrangement for launching counter-measures, such as flares and chaff. According to the invention, the counter-measures are launched in a direction obliquely forwards and upwards relative to the aircraft and a low dynamic pressure is created across the dispenser's launch openings. The arrangement comprises compartments for counter-measures which are provided with openings and are intended for launching the counter-measures in a direction obliquely forwards and upwards relative to the aircraft. The invention increases the possibilities of releasing a target and reduces the noise levels of the sounds which can occur in emptied compartments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2002
    Date of Patent: September 16, 2003
    Assignee: Saabtech Electronics AB
    Inventors: Mats Fransson, Ramses Salib