Abstract: An adjustable anti-theft case (1) is described, of the type comprising item removal preventing means (2) from inside of the case (1) and comprising at least one side along its height (3) and one side along its depth (4, 44) which have a length substantially corresponding to or lower than the minimum length of the corresponding sides dell?item (2) of minimum sizes, at least one (3, 4, 44) of the sides (3, 4, 44) being made able to be elongated, through at least one extension (6, 46), over the minimum length, the side able to be elongated (3, 4, 44) being designed to be blocked in its elongation condition through the engagement between first engaging teeth (7) present on the extension (6, 46) and locking and unlocking means (14, 24) made of ferromagnetic material connected to the side able to be elongated (3, 4, 44) and projecting from its surface oriented towards the surface of the extension (6, 46), the side able to be elongated (3, 4, 44) being further designed to be unlocked from its elongation condition th

Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments can provide a method, which can comprise fabricating a substantially concrete free tower. The tower can comprise a plurality of sandwich panels. The tower can comprise a plurality of segmented sections. The plurality of segmented sections can comprise the plurality of sandwich panels. The tower can be assembled by coupling the plurality of segmented sections.

Abstract: A modular ballistic barrier assembly for deployment in proximity to a protected high value asset such as electrical grid equipment. A ballistic barrier assembly comprises a plurality of prefabricated ballistic barrier panel units that can be stacked on top of each other. Each panel unit is made of spaced apart angled steel louvers or slats, arranged in one or more sections. The louvers are arranged in one or more vertically extending, spaced apart rows, having an outwardly facing row of louvers presenting a downwardly angled surface to an approaching projectile, and an inwardly facing row of louvers presenting a second layer of ballistics protection. Steel I-beam support columns are provided at spaced apart intervals to receive and support a stack of panel units. The panel units are made to interlock with vertically adjacent, stacked panels, so that multiple panel units can be stacked.

Abstract: A prefabricated ceiling panel and method of forming the same is provided. The panel comprises various built-in features including cable trays, lighting elements, and other features. The panel further comprises a layered structure comprising a plurality of layers to increase the fire resistance, insulation, and/or structural features of the panel.

Abstract: A floating connection assembly of a bulkhead to at least one element of constraint includes a projection integral to the element of constraint and at least one first longitudinal sealing bead. At least one projecting element protrudes from the bulkhead. The assembly has at least a second flexible seal and at least one closure plate, arranged in such a way that the bulkhead and the element of constraint are separated along an edge of the bulkhead. The one first longitudinal sealing bead is interposed between the bulkhead and the projection, on which is present at least one through hole through which passes the projecting element, integral with a respective closure plate, so that the bulkhead remains cantilevered on the protrusion, avoiding a different support, and so that the projecting element is free to oscillate inside the hole.

Abstract: Vehicle armor may include an assembly of components including an outer armor pack, an air gap, an inner armor pack, and a high energy absorbing layer. At least one version of the outer armor pack may include an outermost outer fiber reinforced composite protective layer of ?1 mm thickness, an outer ceramic armor layer, and an inner fiber reinforced composite support layer to absorb residual energy from small arms. The air gap may be between 1-10 mm to allow for deflection of the outer armor pack. The inner armor pack may include an outer fiber reinforced composite protective layer of ?0.5 mm thickness, an inner segmented ceramic armor layer, and an innermost inner fiber reinforced composite layer of ?10 mm thickness. The high energy absorbing layer may have ?25 mm thickness and be configured to mitigate the effect of residual fragments defeating the outer and inner armor packs.

Abstract: An exemplary security enclosure for equipment has four substantially planar side panels with multiple engagement openings and is received on a surface. The panels have a generally square cross-section and have engagement protrusions along an edge that engage engagement openings in an adjacent panel or an interposed connector frame. A top panel is engaged across the upper end of the side panels using the same inter-fitting engagement protrusion and engagement opening pairing, which together with the surface, completely enclose the equipment. A tang is fixedly attached to one of the side panels and extends through the top panel. A puck lock receives engages an opening in the tang with a hasp that is completely enclosed within the lock, preventing relative motion of the panels. A surface mount include legs section extending downwardly from a side panel and present a downwardly oriented face, the face having an opening.

Abstract: A modular safe room that can be installed in an enclosed space in existing homes, buildings and other occupied structures is disclosed. The modular safe room is constructed from three separate elements and can be sized to fit the desired space. The elements making up the modular safe room comprise tongue and slot elements for attachment to each other.

Abstract: Some embodiments include a system. The system includes a jacket having one or more armor panels. The jacket can be coupled to an exterior surface of an automated teller machine, the automated teller machine having the exterior surface and a vault that has a hollow interior. Further, when the jacket is coupled to the exterior surface of the automated teller machine, the jacket can prevent and/or deter unauthorized access to the hollow interior of the vault of the automated teller machine. Other embodiments of related systems and methods are also disclosed.

Abstract: A modular safe system that can include a door unit and a pair of modular cap extension units that can be coupled on opposing sides of the door unit. The modular safe system can further include a corner-extension unit and a straight extension unit.

Abstract: A sandwich structure includes a first skin, a second skin, a first hinge member, and a second hinge member. The first hinge member may be movably coupled to the first skin and a first skin joint. The second hinge member may be movably coupled to the second skin and second skin joint. The first hinge member and the second member may be movably coupled to one another and a member joint located between the first and second skin joint.

Abstract: An earthquake shelter comprising a container sized for human occupancy, the container having walls and an access opening and a quickly openable and closable primary door to cover and uncover the opening; the container walls and door consisting of high strength panel material, in excess of 10,000 psi load resistance; the container walls including impact shock resisting material that has extensive outwardly presented surface that is outwardly resilient, the wall or walls being flexible; and shock or impact absorbing cushioning means at the container interior, to cushion sudden movement of an occupant relative to the container as the container is suddenly moved by earthquake transmitted force. Tooling enables occupant displacement, from within the container, of debris outside the containers, while viewing such displacement.

Abstract: A transparent display case system that includes transparent hinges and a transparent case body. The case body is rotatable along an axis which is in alignment with the hinges.

Abstract: A deployable security barrier system (10, 10?, 110) is formed by deploying bullet-proof or bullet-resistant barrier fence sections (26, 26?, 28, 28?). A control system which enables rapid deployment of the sections to form across a hallway or other closed area a barrier fence (30, 130) which is high enough to prevent or at least greatly impede a person from passing through or over the fence. The barrier fence (30, 130) may extend from floor to ceiling or to a fixed barrier extending downwardly from the ceiling. The barrier fence may have at least one transparent section (26a, 28a) to enable law enforcement or security persons to observe the situation on the other side of the barrier fence. The controls also permit at least partial opening of the barrier fence to enable law enforcement or security personnel to pass through it as needed. Supplemental alarm and/or distracting and/or disabling agencies may be deployed in addition to the barrier fence (30, 130).

Abstract: A combination safe deposit box includes a first box shell and a second box shell fastened together to define a deposit space, a plurality of side guard frames and corner guard frames fastened to and covered on the abutted area between the first box shell and the second box shell, a rim frame affixed to the front side of the first box shell and a second box shell and capped on two distal ends of the connected series of the side guard frames and corner guard frames, and a door panel hinged to one side of the rim frame and adapted to close the deposit space.

Abstract: A high-strength anchor system for anchoring a support to mine strata is disclosed. The system includes an anchor plate and a connecting member on the anchor plate for connection of the support to the anchor plate. Anchor bolts extend through bolt holes in the anchor plate into bore holes in the mine strata. Load-spreading devices extend from respective bolt holes in the anchor plate into the bore holes. The load-spreading devices have outside diameters larger than outside diameters of the anchor bolts for spreading shear loads exerted on the anchor bolts over larger areas of the mine strata. A method of installing such a system and a safe room bulkhead using such a system are also disclosed.

Abstract: A building module for use in constructing a blast-resistant modular building. The building module includes a pair of parallel skid members and a rectangular body mounted on the skid members. The body includes sides, a roof and a floor defining an interior of the building module. A first side of the body includes an opening. A flange co-extensive with opposite sides and a top of the first side includes a plurality of holes for receiving respective bolt-type fasteners. Alignment pins project outwardly from the body proximal a bottom of the first side, for engaging corresponding alignment holes of the other building module. Each alignment pin includes a cylindrical portion at a base end of the pin, and a tapered portion.

Abstract: A security cabinet having a housing and a door mounted on the housing, the housing and the door being produced from metal plates, characterized in that the metal plates of the housing and/or of the door are made of steel having the following composition stated in percent by weight: carbon 0.1 to 0.5%, silicon 0.1 to 1.0%, manganese 0.2 to 2.0%, phosphorus max. 0.02%, sulfur max. 0.02%, aluminum max. 0.1%, copper max. 0.5%, chromium 0.05 to 18%, nickel max. 2.0%, molybdenum 0.1 to 1.0%, boron 0.0005 to 0.01%, tungsten 0.001 to 1.0%, nitrogen max. 0.05%, titanium max. 0.5%, vanadium max. 0.5%, niobium max. 0.5%, the remainder being iron and impurities caused by the melting process, wherein the metal plates are hot formed.

Abstract: An apparatus for protecting a building opening, comprising, a first panel, having a first end and a second end, pivotably coupled to the building at the first end; at least one second panel, having a first end and a second end; a first hinge, coupled to the second end of the first panel and the first end of the at least one second panel, configured for folding the first panel parallel to the second panel; and at least one attachment means.

Abstract: A blast resistant shelter apparatus includes a framework having at least an upper metal rail. A plurality of metal panels each have a C-shaped cross-section defined by a central flat web and two channel arms on the opposite sides of the central flat web. The metal panels are vertically mounted within the framework in a side by side relationship to define a wall. Each panel includes an upper and a lower end plate. A metal interior wall cladding is connected to the panels and spans the channel arms of each panel to close the cross-sections of the panels to define an interior space of each panel. The upper metal rail and the upper end plate of each panel have aligned fill openings defined therethrough for introducing a particulate material such as sand into the interior space of the associated panel.

Abstract: A supporting profile arrangement of an explosion-inhibiting design for a façade construction. The supporting profile arrangement includes a framework formed by mullion supporting profile arrangements or transom supporting profile arrangement. Also included are framework planar elements fastened to the framework by a pressure profile. Further included is a supporting profile. At least one energy-absorbing component is included in the supporting profile or arranged in the supporting profile. The at least one energy absorbing component is configured to absorb energy released during an explosion.

Abstract: A portable vault assembly is claimed that can provide secure on-site storage, yet may be disassembled easily for removal to a new location when desired. The portable vault includes sections that are independently portable but which feature a combined weight that makes it impossible for the secured container, or vault, to be carried. Further embodiments rely upon features of the site where the vault is assembled to create a secure space, and independent portable vaults may be co-joined to form integrated but separate storage compartments, or one large central storage bin, as desired. Anchoring options, and further theft deterrence features are also disclosed including integration to the work site environment.

Abstract: A bastion including one or more free-standing structures for use in, for example, military applications and for force protection. The free-standing structures are made up of a plurality of interconnected fire resistant mesh covered wire panels and are filled with, for example, sand, crushed rock or granular materials.

Abstract: A reconfigurable blast resistant building is disclosed. Shear walls are stationed at the ends of the building to provide rigid support. Intermediate removable panels are detachably attached in seriatim between the shear walls. Each intermediate panel comprises a blast-resistant body having a front wall and a pair of side walls. One of the side walls has an outwardly extending flange, and the other side wall has an inwardly extending flange for abutting against the outwardly extending flange of an adjacent panel to cover the joint between the two panels and protect the inside of the building from being directly exposed to a blast force.

Abstract: Panels and their modules, such as for walls and roofs, are disclosed that provide armored shelter for protecting people and equipment from ballistic projectiles and mortar attacks. Each module is made from multiple co-parallel plates arranged in a stack, spaced apart, and held together along their sides by side elements. This is done in such a way that, when assembled side-by-side or end-to-end into panels, adjacent modules overlap one another to prevent straight-through seams yet allow any damaged module to be removed and replaced without moving adjacent modules. Space within a module, between plates and sides, can contain energy absorbing material in a variety of shapes. Plates serve as structural flanges, and side elements comprise structural webs, to permit each module to function as a structural beam.

Abstract: A bullet trap is disclosed which is formed without intervening sidewalls to enable cross-shooting and the like with reduced risk or ricochet or damage to the bullet trap. Furthermore, the bullet trap can be configured in a variety of ways to eliminate the need for facing plates while providing a removable attachment mechanism, to enable repair on the trap, to reduce bullet adhesion to the trap and to provide improved containment of lead and improved access to the trap.

Abstract: A water-resistant liner insert for a safe is provided. The safe includes top and bottom elements pivotally coupled with one another to define an interior compartment when in a closed position. The liner insert may be coupled with one of the top and bottom elements. The liner insert includes a liner insert body and a resilient gasket. The liner insert body includes a peripheral edge that conforms in shape to interface surfaces on each of the top and bottom elements. The resilient gasket conforms in shape to the peripheral edge of the liner insert body and is coupled with the peripheral edge of the liner insert body. The gasket is configured to be in sealable contact with the interface surfaces of the top and bottom elements when the safe is in the closed position to substantially prevent water from entering the interior compartment of the safe.

Abstract: A modular bullet resistant safe room constructed of a plurality of panels and having external seam covers connected to selected panels to cover the seam where joined to adjacent panels. Top panels are oriented transverse to the longitudinal direction of the room, and are of the same width as side panels. In this manner the room may be easily lengthened or shortened by adding or removing top and side panels.

Abstract: A modular ballistic abatement barrier system (10) includes a first corrugated panel (12) having at least one aperture (13), a second corrugated panel (16) having at least one aperture (17), and a ballistic cloth (14) placed between the first corrugated panel and the second corrugated panel. The ballistic cloth can also include at least one aperture (15). The first corrugated panel and the second corrugated panel are coupled using at least one among a mechanical bond and a chemical bond. For example, the ballistic cloth can be laminated between the first corrugated panel and the second corrugated panel to form a multi-layered panel. Alternatively, the first corrugated panel, the ballistic cloth, and the second corrugated panel can be coupled together using a fastener that compresses the ballistic cloth between the first corrugated panel and the second corrugated panel.

Abstract: A wall construction with increased resistance to overpressure, such as over-pressure as a consequence of explosions, comprises an essentially flat panel with a wall panel that is welded to adjoining structural components. The adjoining structural components are provided with at least one stop element having a supporting face facing the wall panel, which supporting face can be brought into interaction with the wall panel on deformation of the wall panel under the influence of an overpressure on that side thereof that faces away from the stop element.

Abstract: The modular security safe with offset security bolt box of the present invention includes a number of modular panels which serve as the top, bottom, and sides of the safe. The modular panels of the safe are cast in a plastic or metal mold with high-density concrete reinforced by expanded metal. The modular panels included outer portions and stepped or rabbeted inner portions. The panels are formed from a sheet of material bent to a desired form. Concrete is poured in to the panel, in a single pour step. The panel is vibrated to allow the concrete to settle, and the concrete is allowed to set. The outer surface can then be covered with a desired laminate. The panels have security bolt boxes attached by bolts to the inner portions thereof. Security bolt boxes comprise a tray having a bottom and upstanding walls, and they can be formed by bending a single sheet of material. The modular side panels are attached to the top and bottom panels by bolts extending through the security bolt boxes.

Abstract: A method and apparatus providing a modular security cage configured to be disposed over a base surface to secure and maintain equipment within the security cage. The modular security cage includes multiple frame panels with multiple coupling tabs extending from each of the multiple frame panels. Each of the frame panels are operable to be modularly coupled to each other to form at least a four-sided cubic shaped cage. Each of the coupling tabs are configured to extend internally within the cubic shaped cage and are operable to be secured to another tab extending from an adjacent one of the frame panels to removably couple each frame panel together to form the cubic shaped cage. In another embodiment, the cage can include at least one pivot shoe configured to suspend the cage above the base surface to allow the cage to pivot upward to provide accessibility therein.

Abstract: A security room for information technology facilities, which exhibits fireproof side walls having a sealing door, a floor and a ceiling. This invention provides a security room designed in a simple way and readily adapted to different spatial configurations, while exhibiting a good fireproofing capacity. The side walls, the floor surrounded by the side walls, and the ceiling are assembled in a modular manner from individual members which are laid side-by-side and connected together by fireproofing materials.

Abstract: The modular security safe with offset security bolt box of the present invention includes a number of modular panels which serve as the top, bottom, and sides of the safe. The modular panels of the safe are cast in a plastic or metal mold with high-density concrete reinforced by expanded metal. The modular panels included outer portions and stepped or rabbeted inner portions. The panels are formed from a sheet of material bent to a desired form. Concrete is poured in to the panel, in a single pour step. The panel is vibrated to allow the concrete to settle, and the concrete is allowed to set. The outer surface can then be covered with a desired laminate. The panels have security bolt boxes attached by bolts to the inner portions thereof. Security bolt boxes comprise a tray having a bottom and upstanding walls, and they can be formed by bending a single sheet of material. The modular side panels are attached to the top and bottom panels by bolts extending through the security bolt boxes.

Abstract: A drop and slide escutcheon system where the escutcheon has rims with locking members that fit into locking grooves formed in the funnels on the safe body. The escutcheon is offset by a slight amount, allowing the locking members to slide down into openings that provide access to the locking grooves in the funnel as the escutcheon is inserted into position. The escutcheon is then moved laterally, sliding the locking members into the locking grooves provided.

Abstract: The modular security safe with offset security bolt box is provided. A method of manufacturing panels and assembling the safe is also provided. The modular safe includes a number of modular panels which serve as the top, bottom, back and sides of the safe. The side panels have security bolt boxes attached by bolts to inner surfaces. The modular top, bottom and back panels are attached to the side panels by bolts extending through the security bolt boxes. A door is fitted with moving bolts which engage the adjacent interior of the side-wall when closed, to prevent access.

Abstract: A reactive armor structure having an outer layer and a reactive element adjacent to and integral with the outer layer is provided. The reactive element provides an amount of support to the outer layer effective to restrain movement of the outer layer and to delay fracture of the outer layer when the outer layer is impacted by a projectile.

Abstract: A safe room for protecting an occupant against tornado and other extremely high winds, where at least one wall member and roof member of the safe room are constructed from at least one metallic-skinned foam panels having an impact-absorbing sheathing attached to at least one side of the metallic-skinned foamed panel as a cladding layer. The safe room also includes at least one securable door, and is further fixedly anchored to a foundation. The safe room using this construction is lightweight yet strong enough to withstand killer tornado and hurricane wind loads and airborne debris impact loads. The safe room can therefore be pre-assembled and shipped to the installation site with only the need to be secured to a foundation. Or, the safe room can be easily assembled at the installation site from a kit. In either case, installation of the safe room is easy, inexpensive, and, apart from the foundation and anchorage thereto, requires no structural additions.

Abstract: A protective shelter that is made from a plurality of elongate, vertical C-shaped panels that have web portions and perpendicular side portions, and are butt connected together with fasteners that are located in a section of the side portions that are closest to the inside portion of the shelter. A connecting cap is connected around the side portions of at least some of the adjacent panels. A cap connects a roof to the upper portions of the panels and the lower part of the panels are connected with fasteners to a base that in turn is connected to a floor.

Abstract: A secure enclosure (10) for an automated banking machine includes a chest portion (12) and a moveable door (14). The door is supported on hinge assemblies (20, 22) which enable mounting and accurately positioning the door despite misalignment of the hinges. The chest portion is manufactured from panels (28, 36, 38, 66, 76) which include interengaging projections and recesses. The projections and recesses ensure that the proper panels are used in the assembly of the particular type secure enclosure, as well as that the panels which make up the enclosure are properly oriented.

Abstract: The modular security safe with offset security bolt box is provided. A method of manufacturing panels and assembling the safe is also provided. The modular safe includes a number of modular panels which serve as the top, bottom, and sides of the safe. The modular panels of the safe are formed in a plastic or metal mold having high-density concrete therein reinforced by expanded metal. The modular panels include outer portions and stepped or rabbeted inner portions. The top and bottom panels have security bolt boxes attached by bolts to the inner portions. The modular side panels are attached to the top and bottom panels by bolts extending through the security bolt boxes. This results in a construction where the bolts are offset from the seams of the safe and therefore, the bolts, and the safe, is not subject to easy attack.

Abstract: The modular security safe with offset security bolt box is provided. A method of manufacturing panels and assembling the safe is also provided. The modular safe includes a number of modular panels which serve as the top, bottom, and sides of the safe. The modular panels of the safe in a plastic metal mold having high-density concrete therein reinforced by expanded metal. The modular panels included outer portions and stepped or rabbeted inner portions. The top and bottom panels have security bolt boxes attached by bolts to the inner portion. The modular side panels are attached to the top and bottom panels by bolts extending through the security bolt boxes. This results in a construction where the bolts are offset from the seams of the safe and therefore, the bolts, and the safe, is not subject to easy attack.

Abstract: An interconnect system for modularly fabricating bullet stops is disclosed including a plurality of bullet proof plates which are placed adjacent one another to form a seam which is covered by a facing strip. A plurality of bolts extend through the facing strip and through a backing mechanism positioned on an opposite side of the plates. When the bolts are tightened, the facing strip and backing pull towards one another and hold the plates together. The facing strips and other teachings of the invention allow standard plates to be used rather than large and specially manufactured plates.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for minimizing blast damage caused by an explosive device carried in luggage or other cargo loaded on an aircraft. A first cargo container is provided which includes a non-explosion-resistant panel. A second cargo container, also including a non-explosion-resistant panel is paired with the first container and both containers are loaded in the cargo bay such that the non-explosion-resistant panels face inboard, oppose and align with one another. The method provides a controlled venting feature whereby explosive products are vented into the adjacent container in the cargo bay of an aircraft through non-explosion-resistant panel on the inboard side of the container. The container is constructed of lightweight, high-strength materials and may be joined to a supporting structure with threaded fasteners, allowing for efficient replacement of damaged panels.

Abstract: The invention provides modular armor for a vehicle. The modular armor comprises an outer cover with a plurality of mounting racks attached to the vehicle. Armor panels may be added to or removed from the mounting racks as needed.

Abstract: A security cabinet comprises a body of a high-strength material and at least one burglary resistant lockable door. To make the inventive cabinet sufficiently burglary resistant for storing e.g. firearms, it is designed with one main element and at least one end element attached to one end of the main element, at least one display window with a glass panel of shock-proof, burglary resistant glass sheet material being stationarily mounted in the body of the main element, whereas the burglary resistant, lockable door of the cabinet is attached to the body of the end element and forms at least part of the corresponding end wall of the cabinet. The display window is mounted by being clamped between a circumferential frame made of a high-strength material and arranged on the outside of the body, and a circumferential, torsionally rigid frame section on the inside of the body. The frame engages the body outside, and the frame section is attached to the body inside to form a mounting groove for the glass panel.

Abstract: A lightweight, multilayered panel for use in a modular vault or safe structure has multiple layers of cross-grained wood boards secured together by a grid of hardened masonry nails. The nails are driven into the panel layers from both major face surfaces of the panel and are angled from the perpendicular of the major face surfaces of the panel to increase the probability of a penetrating instrument striking a nail during a penetration attempt. The panel is covered in a layer of sheet metal, and a layer of Kevlar or some other ballistic resistant material is placed on one or more major face surfaces. Rabbet edges on the panel allow an assembly with reinforced seams, and two single panels may be secured together to form a double reinforced vault panel.

Abstract: A safety deposit box storage structure comprising: a housing formed from continuous metal sheet, the housing having a back wall and spaced apart side walls. At least one inwardly projecting ridge extends along the inner surface of each side wall. A top wall and a bottom wall are secured to the housing to form a box structure having an open front end. At least one vertical partition is disposed between and parallel to the side walls; the vertical partition being generally flat, and having at least one corrugation formed therein. Each corrugation has a ridge projecting from each side of the partition. A plurality of spaced-apart slots are formed in the ridges. The slots are generally parallel to the top and bottom wall: A plurality of horizontal shelves are provided having lateral edges dimensioned to be received in the slots, the vertical partitions and horizontal shelves defining compartments within the box structure to receive a security box.

Abstract: A cabinet formed from a unitary open-faced cubicle structure having two lateral walls, an upper wall, a bottom wall, and a rear wall. A door closes the open face of the structure. The cabinet has at least one chimney along one lateral wall, the chimney extending from the front, open face to the rear wall of the cabinet. The chimney opens at both the rear wall of the structure and the front face of the structure. The opening at the front face is positioned to receive a lock carried by the door. Therefore, the lock is isolated from the interior of the cabinet, and the interior is protected from entry of dust and moisture. The cabinet also has a flashing system in the vicinity of its edges, which prevents entry of water into the interior of the cabinet. Additionally, the cabinet has edges in the vicinity of the door that provide additional pressure on seals within the door.

Abstract: An improved modular armor system is disclosed where at least two hooks are sed to hold a modular armor construction in place on a light weight vehicle hull. The hooks may have an associated cushioning means which will help protect the vehicle and crew as well as position the armor.