Abstract: A rapid deployment countermeasure system comprises a base attached to a plurality of tubes which are in fluid communication with at least one deployment module. A guidance bar is attached to the top ends of the tubes, and a guidance shroud is proximate to the outer surfaces of the tubes. The system includes one or more anti-ballistic blankets fixedly attached to the guidance bar, and is erected to form an anti-ballistic barrier upon activation of the deployment modules.

Abstract: A system for protecting a passenger compartment of a vehicle from forces arising from a mine activated by a wheel. The system (28) includes an underbody protective plate structure (46) covering areas of a forward portion of the passenger compartment in which the lower legs and feet of an occupant are located. The system (28) further includes a shield structure (44) fabricated on the protective plate structure (46) in front of lower-forward walls (36,38) of the forward portion (32). In addition, reinforcing plates (48,50) extend adjacent the side walls of the forward portion (32) and are connected to the protective plate structure (46).