Abstract: A lightweight end cap for an ammunition cartridge, said end cap having a central axis along its axial length, with a first radius; wherein said end cap further comprises a swept volume rebate; having a second radius less than the first radius, wherein the second radius is at least 10% smaller than the first radius, and wherein the swept volume rebate extends along at least 10% of the axial length of said end cap, wherein the end cap further comprises an extractor groove suitable for receiving an ejection mechanism.

Abstract: A high strength polymer-based cartridge having a first end; a neck disposed at the first end and a shoulder disposed below the neck to form a bottleneck cartridge. A second end is opposite the first end and an insert is engaged to the second end. A propellant chamber is formed between the shoulder and the insert and has a volume. An extension extends from the neck opposite the shoulder and a cap is formed on the extension, partially sealing the propellant chamber.

Abstract: A cartridge case and projectile combination having a maximum length of 1.6?. The cartridge case to receive a projectile has a rebated rim of a 0.535? diameter, body length from web to shoulder of 0.7003?, a case shoulder angle of 42°, a longitudinal distance between said shoulder and neck of 0.1557?, a case neck length of 0.229?, a mouth. The cartridge case has a total case length of 1.285?. The projectile includes a front section having a length of 0.315? that extends past said cartridge case and a back section from the front section to a base of the projectile that fits inside of the case at the mouth.

Abstract: The present invention provides a subsonic ammunition cartridge including a polymeric casing body comprising a generally cylindrical hollow polymer body having a body base at a first end thereof and a mouth at a second end to define a propellant chamber; a propellant insert positioned in the propellant chamber to reduce the internal volume of the propellant chamber, wherein the propellant chamber has an internal volume that is between 25 and 80% less than the open internal volume of a standard casing of equivalent caliber; and a primer insert positioned at the body base and in communication with the propellant chamber.

Abstract: A propellant charge used in a muzzleloading bolt action firearm having a cylindrical casing body for insertion within a breech end of a barrel. The casing body enclosing a propellant charge of predetermined amount, and having a base at the back end with a rim radially extending outwards with a forward surface facing the cylindrical body forward end and mounted flush with the barrel breech end upon insertion. A slot is formed proximate the rim to receive an extension or protrusion of an extractor for removal after firing when the bolt is moved away from the barrel.

Abstract: A high strength polymer-based cartridge casing inclosing a volume includes a first end having a mouth, a neck extending away from the mouth, a shoulder extending below the neck and away from the first end, a cartridge body formed below the shoulder, an insert attached to the cartridge body opposite the shoulder, and a projectile disposed in the mouth having a particular caliber. The neck has a neck thickness that is about 25% to about 125% greater than a standard neck thickness for the particular caliber as detailed by a standards organization. Also, the neck, the shoulder, and the cartridge body are formed from a polymer.

Abstract: A firearm cartridge case includes a cartridge case having a base which defines a cartridge case diameter; and a rebated rim which defines a rim diameter less than the cartridge case diameter, a ratio of the cartridge case diameter to the rim diameter is between 1.03-1.10.

Abstract: This invention relates to a improvements relating to munitions, specifically to coating small arms ammunition with decoppering agents, as a replacement in lead free ammunition. There is a method of manufacturing a coated metallic projectile for a rifled barrel, comprising; providing a metallic projectile cup with a coating of a decoppering agent located thereon, to provide a coated metallic projectile cup; causing the coated metallic projectile cup to be drawn through a plurality of dies to form a drawn coated metallic projectile.

Abstract: An embodiment of the invention may include a magnetic random-access memory (MRAM) structure and method of making the structure. The MRAM structure may include a magnetic tunnel junction stack. The MRAM structure may include a magnetic liner located between the magnetic tunnel junction stack and a top contact, where the magnetic liner may be a ferromagnetic material. This may enable the magnetic liner to act as an independent variable to balance many of the magnetic parameters in the MTJ film stack in order to achieve zero magnetic field at the MTJ layer.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for producing cases, in which a case sleeve is formed from thin sheets, forming at least one element over an insert, a form or a cavity reproducing the conicity, the shoulder and the mouth that are characteristic of the case. The invention also relates to a product produced by the method, such as an ammunition case.

Abstract: The present invention provides a subsonic ammunition comprising: a primer insert comprises a top surface opposite a bottom surface, a substantially cylindrical coupling element extending away from the bottom surface forming, a primer recess in the top surface that extends toward the bottom surface, a primer flash aperture positioned in the primer recess to extend through the bottom surface, a flash aperture groove in the primer recess that extends circumferentially about the primer flash aperture, and a flange that extends circumferentially about an outer edge of the top surface; a polymeric casing body comprising a generally cylindrical hollow polymer body molded over the substantially cylindrical coupling element, into the primer flash aperture and into the flash aperture groove to form a flash hole and extending toward a mid-body coupling joint; a nose comprising a projectile aperture that extends to a neck connected to a shoulder that transitions from the projectile aperture to a nose coupler, wherein the

Abstract: The present invention provides a metal injection molded ammunition cartridge comprising a metal injection molded bottom portion comprising a primer recess in communication with a primer flash hole that extends into a propellant chamber and a metal injection molded body extending form the metal injection molded bottom portion.

Abstract: Devices and methods for an 8 mm semiautomatic handgun cartridge providing a reduced form factor for carrying a greater number of rounds in a smaller space while maintaining ballistic performance.

Abstract: A high strength polymer-based cartridge having a first end; a neck disposed at the first end and a shoulder disposed below the neck to form a bottleneck cartridge. A second end is opposite the first end and an insert is engaged to the second end. A propellant chamber is formed between the shoulder and the insert and has a volume. An extension extends from the neck opposite the shoulder and a cap is formed on the extension, partially sealing the propellant chamber.

Abstract: A casing for use in a cartridge for a firearm comprises a sleeve portion and a base portion, where the base has cannelure comprised of curving surfaces. In a casing embodiment, a sleeve has cylindrical portion with a mouth for holding a bullet and an opposing end radially-running bulkhead. A nipple extends from the bulkhead and into a passageway of the base, thereby securing the sleeve to the base. The sleeve bulkhead preferably has at least one circumferential wave and contacts a distal end surface of the base, which may be planar or conical. The cannelure is characterized by a continuously curving groove bottom, a maximum groove depth diameter that is 60 to 80 percent of the base outside diameter, and a volume that is 20 to 43 percent of the volume of a like base which has no cannelure.

Abstract: An energetic material composite comprising fuel particles and a hydrated compound is disclosed. The energetic material composite is formed by dispersing fuel particles, which have a negative standard reduction potential relative to a standard hydrogen electrode, in a solvent containing dissolved hydrate, followed by a removal of solvent. When initiated, the fuel particles react with the water bound in the hydrated compound to release energy and hydrogen gas.

Abstract: A multi-piece ammunition cartridge casing includes a casing base extending along a central axis and defining an opening extending axially into the casing base from the distal base end. The inner casing surface defines a circumferential groove with a groove radius greater than a radius of an adjacent portion of the opening. The cartridge casing also includes a casing body with a proximal end portion disposed in the opening of the casing base. The casing body is secured to the casing base by way of a flange protruding radially outward in mating contact with the circumferential groove.

Abstract: A double shoulder angle firearm cartridge for AR-15, bolt action rifles, pistols, and any other firearm includes a firearm cartridge comprising a case that holds a primer, powder, and bullet. The case is defined by a case head forming a rim and an extractor groove, a body section extending from the case head, at least two shoulder angles extending from the body section, and a neck section extending from the shoulder angles. The shoulder is defined by at least two angles tapering into each other in an integral configuration. The first angle is 30°; and the second angle being a 17° 30? shoulder angle, substantially the same as the 7.62×39 Russian round. The diameter of the case is approximately 0.447 inches. The length of the case is approximately 1.530 inches.

Abstract: An ammunition cartridge having a cup-shaped casing. The cup-shaped casing has a closed reward end with a rearward diameter and an open forward end having a forward diameter that is larger than the rearward diameter. A sidewall extends between the peripheries of the rearward end and the top end of the casing. The sidewall tapers from the smaller rearward diameter to the larger forward diameter along a length of a hollow interior of the casing that holds a propellant charge.

Abstract: Disclosed is a cartridge case for various caliber ammunition that can consist essentially of a powdered metal and/or powdered metal alloy(s) that is formed into the cartridge case through an injection mold processing. Also disclosed is a method for forming a cartridge case, which may include use of Metal Injection Molding (“MIM”) processes to produce the cartridge case which retains a primer, propellant, and/or a bullet. Also disclosed are embodiments related to a case telescoped cartridge that may include a cap and a body. The body can consist essentially of or consists entirely of a powdered metal and/or powdered metal alloy(s) that has been formed through MIM. The cap can comprise plastic that has been formed through plastic molding or comprise powdered metal and/or powdered metal alloy(s) that has been formed through MIM.

Abstract: An entangling projectile for use in a projectile deployment system includes a pair of pellets, a flexible tether connecting the pellets, and an engagement adhesive. The engagement adhesive is applied to at least a portion of one of the pair of pellets or the tether and is operable to adhesively engage the skin or clothing of a subject engaged by the entangling projectile.

Abstract: A high strength polymer-based cartridge having a first end; a neck disposed at the first end and a shoulder disposed below the neck to form a bottleneck cartridge. A second end is opposite the first end and an insert is engaged to the second end. A propellant chamber is formed between the shoulder and the insert and has a volume. An extension extends from the neck opposite the shoulder and a cap is formed on the extension, partially sealing the propellant chamber.

Abstract: An artillery shell is fired out of a gun towards a fire. A trigger releases a fire-retarding material from the artillery shell to retard the fire.

Abstract: Casing for ammunition for hand guns made from aluminium or aluminium alloy, and which has a coating of 2-50 ?m of CaCO3(s) on the inner and outer surfaces of the casing, and a method for producing the coated casing.

Abstract: A polymer-based cartridge for subsonic ammunition with a first end having a projectile disposed in a mouth, a shoulder forming a bottleneck cartridge; and at least a polymer wall between the first end and a second end opposite the first. An insert is joined to the second end, having an extraction rim and groove, a primer pocket communicating with a flash hole, and the flash hole communicating with a propellant chamber. A sleeve section is also included and the sleeve section and the wall form the propellant chamber having a thickness at least 1.25 times greater than a standard thickness of a wall of a standard cartridge. The propellant chamber between the mouth and the insert is unobstructed and comprises a powder load having a load density greater than 40%.

Abstract: A polymer-based cartridge for subsonic ammunition with a first end having a projectile disposed in a mouth, a shoulder forming a bottleneck cartridge; and at least a polymer wall between the first end and a second end opposite the first. An insert is joined to the second end, having an extraction rim and groove, a primer pocket communicating with a flash hole, and the flash hole communicating with a propellant chamber. A sleeve section has a metal or a metal alloy, extending from the insert toward the first end, and at least partially covered by the wall. The sleeve section and the wall form the propellant chamber having a thickness at least 1.25 times greater than a standard thickness of a wall of a standard cartridge. The propellant chamber between the mouth and the insert is unobstructed, and comprises a powder load having a load density greater than 40%.

Abstract: New 2xxx aluminum alloy bodies and methods of producing the same are disclosed. The new 2xxx aluminum alloy bodies may be produced by preparing the aluminum alloy body for post-solutionizing cold work, cold working by at least 25%, and then thermally treating. The new 2xxx aluminum alloy bodies may realize improved strength and other properties.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cartridge casing for firearm ammunition and to a method of manufacturing such casing. The casing (1) comprises an elongate interior cavity (4) and extends along a longitudinal axis (5). The cavity (4) is open at the top end of the casing (1) and is defined radially by a circumferentially extending sidewall (3) formed by an elongate tubular portion and at the bottom by a bottom wall (2) which is connected to an axial end of the tubular portion and comprises a bore (7). The casing (1) further comprises in a lateral outer surface an annular projection (18) located proximate the bottom end of the casing (1) and extending circumferentially in a plane perpendicular to the longitudinal axis (5) of the casing (1). The casing (1) comprises an elongate tubular sleeve component (10) open at both axial ends and a separate bottom component (11) fixedly secured to the sleeve component (10).

Abstract: The present invention provides a polymeric ammunition having a polymeric cartridge, projectile and a primer insert having a primer diffuser cup with a primer inserted therein.

Abstract: New magnesium-zinc aluminum alloy bodies and methods of producing the same are disclosed. The new magnesium-zinc aluminum alloy bodies generally include 3.0-6.0 wt. % magnesium and 2.5-5.0 wt. % zinc, where at least one of the magnesium and the zinc is the predominate alloying element of the aluminum alloy bodies other than aluminum, and wherein (wt. % Mg)/(wt. % Zn) is from 0.6 to 2.40, and may be produced by preparing the aluminum alloy body for post-solutionizing cold work, cold working by at least 25%, and then thermally treating. The new magnesium-zinc aluminum alloy bodies may realize improved strength and other properties.

Abstract: One embodiment of the present invention provides a polymeric ammunition comprising: a substantially cylindrical insert; a substantially cylindrical polymeric middle body comprising a substantially cylindrical polymeric bullet-end opposite a substantially cylindrical polymeric coupling end connected by a powder chamber, wherein the substantially cylindrical polymeric coupling end extends over the substantially cylindrical coupling element and covers an circumferential surface and into the primer flash hole aperture to form a primer flash hole; and a substantially cylindrical open-ended polymeric bullet-end component connected to the substantially cylindrical polymeric bullet-end and opposite a bullet-end aperture; a propellant at least partially filling the powder chamber; a primer inserted into the primer flash hole aperture; and a bullet frictionally fitted in the bullet-end aperture, wherein the primer, the propellant and the bullet form a sealed propellant chamber.

Abstract: A case for an ammunition cartridge including a tubular member having a central axis which includes: a head which includes, a head face which is disposed substantially perpendicular to the central axis, and an extraction groove adjacent to the head face, the extraction groove circumscribing the central axis; a body abutting the head which comprises an internal chamber, a bullet receiving end spaced from the body along the central axis, a convex curved segment abutting the body, the convex curved segment being a first circular curve having a first radius of approximately 0.0263 inches, a frusto-conical segment abutting the convex curved segment, and a concave curved segment abutting the frusto-conical segment, the concave curved segment being a second circular curve having a second radius of approximately 0.1049 inches.

Abstract: New 6xxx aluminum alloy bodies and methods of producing the same are disclosed. The new 6xxx aluminum alloy bodies may be produced by preparing the aluminum alloy body for post-solutionizing cold work, cold working by at least 25%, and then thermally treating. The new 6xxx aluminum alloy bodies may realize improved strength and other properties.

Abstract: New 7xxx aluminum alloy bodies and methods of producing the same are disclosed. The new 7xxx aluminum alloy bodies may be produced by preparing the aluminum alloy body for post-solutionizing cold work, cold working by at least 25%, and then thermally treating. The new 7xxx aluminum alloy bodies may realize improved strength and other properties.

Abstract: New 2xxx aluminum alloy bodies and methods of producing the same are disclosed. The new 2xxx aluminum alloy bodies may be produced by preparing the aluminum alloy body for post-solutionizing cold work, cold working by at least 25%, and then thermally treating. The new 2xxx aluminum alloy bodies may realize improved strength and other properties.

Abstract: An improved cartridge case completely produced net shape on a progressive cold former that includes a trim to lengthy station with an internal shearing tool.

Abstract: Ammunition casings are described that include a base, a body coupled to the base, and one or more patterns on the body.

Abstract: A high strength polymer-based cartridge casing can include a first end having a mouth and a neck extending away from the mouth. Next, a shoulder extends below the neck and away from the first end. An inside of the shoulder can be shaped in at least one of a convex or concave shape. The shoulder can have unequal outside and inside shoulder angles. Further, the inside shoulder can be textured or coated.

Abstract: Ammunition which includes a bullet having an effective caliber that is larger than its nominal caliber, comprised of a bullet body with a longitudinal cavity in the forward end, and one or more bores extending from the cavity to bore openings on the exterior of the bullet. In use, target media is gathered in the cavity and ejected under force through the bore openings, increasing the damage done by the bullet. Preferably, the bullet cavity and bores are filled with a polymeric or elastomeric material.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention relate generally to cartridges and modifications for an M16/AR15 rifle. In one embodiment, a modified M16/AR15 rifle or carbine includes a bolt having a maximum outside diameter greater than that of a standard M16/AR15 bolt; and a bolt extractor pivoted to the bolt. The bolt and the bolt extractor are operable to: transport a cartridge from a magazine to a barrel, and eject a spent cartridge from the barrel. The rifle or carbine further includes a barrel extension configured to receive the bolt; a standard M16/AR15 upper receiver coupled to the barrel extension; a standard M16/AR15 lower receiver coupled to the upper receiver.

Abstract: A two piece, two-stage, reduced-energy mechanically operating cartridge is provided for launching, a configured bullet choice of various compositions from a dedicated or modified firearm. The cartridge unit is comprised of a primary case having a cavity to receive a propellant unit or propellant connection and a piston sleeve having a cavity to receive the configured bullet choice, the primary case coupled to the piston sleeve. The cartridge having a retracted pre-firing state and an expanded fired state whereby the piston sleeve and primary case telescope apart forcing, the firearm's slide or bolt to the rear, a mechanical operation opposed to a conventional cartridge with gas blow back operations.

Abstract: A projectile is presented including a casing, a propellant, and a primer configured to ignite the propellant. The projectile also includes an electronic beacon incorporated within the casing of the projectile, the electronic beacon configured to emit at least one signal to be received by at least one electronic device located within a pre-established vicinity of the projectile. The electronic device provides a notification indicating proximity of the projectile. The electronic beacon may be a radio transceiver operating at, at least one of a plurality of frequencies. The electronic device may be a mobile device. The notification is a visual notification or an audible notification or a combination thereof. The notification may indicate a safe condition or a danger condition based on an identifier of the electronic beacon.

Abstract: An improved cartridge case completely produced net shape on a progressive cold former that includes a trim to lengthy station with an internal shearing tool.

Abstract: A cartridge assembly for large bore gun systems having an integrated retention assembly for maintaining propellant charges within the cartridge case. The cartridge case having an interior space for receiving propellant charges and an open proximate end through which the propellant charges can be fed. An insulating sleeve defining an interior channel is affixed to the cartridge case and extends out of the proximate end of the cartridge case. The interior channel serves as a chute through which propellant charges can be fed. After the propellant charges are loaded, the insulating sleeve is crimped closed to retain the propellant charges within the cartridge case. A closure plug can be inserted into the proximate end of the cartridge case after the insulating sleeve is crimped closed.

Abstract: A cartridge useful as an activator of other systems, and related method of manufacture. The cartridge's casing includes a fuse delimited by placing a plate at each end staked to the casing for fixing the fuse. This configuration permits precise control of the length of the fuse during manufacture, eliminates the need for separate structures in the casing to aid fuse location, and simplifies manufacture and assembly. This configuration supports the fuse lessening stresses that can lead to fractures. A portion of the casing is thinned by a preselected amount to permit fracturing of the casing to launch the projectile. The projectile may be attached to the cartridge casing more simply, e.g. by screw threading.

Abstract: A cartridge may be loaded with a powder column containing stratified, stacked layers of propellant, each powder layer over-compressed to a specified degree, with the burn rate controlled by the specified degree of over-compression applied to each respective powder layer. The application of a highly compressed powder column reduces the burn rate, and may force one or more of the powder layers to launch with the projectile down the barrel. Accordingly, the powder column is forced to burn in a manner similar to fuel burning in a solid fuel rocket engine. This greatly reduces the pressure(s) developed in the chamber, and permits the force of the burning powder to be efficiently focused on forward propulsion. The rapidly increasing set of sequential ignitions provides higher and higher energy densities with each subsequent ignition, and creates a more uniform linear acceleration of the projectile for the full length of the target barrel.

Abstract: An austenitic stainless steel ammunition cartridge includes an outer region and a base, wherein the outer region is about 50%-80% of the thickness of the base, which serves to minimize the sidewall ironing required to form the cartridge. The cartridge blank can be formed by spin forming, compression forming, grinding, or a combination thereof. Tooling to form the insert can include at least a pair of blocks and inserts, at least one insert defining a centrally positioned aperture.

Abstract: An improved 9 mm cartridge is provided and includes a 9 mm bullet, wherein the 9mm bullet weights at least 90 grains and is configured for operation with a 9 mm firearm, a 0.45 caliber Win Mag cartridge case having a case bottom portion communicated with a case top portion via a case middle portion, wherein the case bottom portion, the case middle portion and the case top portion define a case cavity and wherein the case top portion includes a top opening communicated with the case cavity, the top opening sized to interact with the 9 mm bullet. The improved 9 mm cartridge also includes a propellant for propelling the 9 mm bullet to a velocity of at least 1600 feet per second.

Abstract: A high strength polymer-based cartridge casing can include a first end having a mouth and a neck extending away from the mouth. Next, a shoulder extends below the neck and away from the first end. The cartridge can be have a frangible portion capable of being split upon discharge of a projectile. The shoulder can have unequal outside and inside shoulder angles. The casing can also include an insert having a rim at one end or a plurality of ribs extending longitudinally along a wall between the shoulder and the bottom of the cartridge and spaced radially from each other around a circumference of the wall. A projectile can be disposed in the mouth and a relief can be disposed on the neck near the mouth and projectile. The relief can form a gap between the neck and the projectile to receive an adhesive.

Abstract: The present invention overcomes the limitations of the prior art by providing a centerfire rifle cartridge with a case having a head having a rim, a body extending from the head to a tapered shoulder, and a neck extending from the shoulder and defining a mouth receiving a bullet. The body has a straight external surface free of a protruding belt, and has a maximum diameter sized to closely fit for operation within a standard action of magnum width. The cartridge has an overall length sized to closely fit for operation within a standard action such as a short action or a long action.