Abstract: A weapon system includes a recoiling mass and a cradle, the recoiling mass including a weapon barrel and a breech ring and translating relative to the cradle during firing, and a guide device being provided for guiding this recoil movement of the recoiling mass. This weapon system is characterized in that the guide device includes at least one bar that is secured to the cradle and extends to the rear of the weapon system, the bar cooperating with at least one rail carried by the breech ring. The breech ring is connected to the cradle by two pairs of hydraulic or pneumatic recoil brakes, each rail being arranged between two brakes of the same pair, the body of each brake being secured to the breech ring.

Abstract: Firearms, particularly rifles, including an upper housing having a barrel, where the barrel and the upper housing are interconnected by means of a guide. In order to improve the connection, the guide includes corresponding prismatic guide surfaces that extend in parallel with the barrel shaft when the firearm is mounted and ready to fire, and the barrel is secured to the upper housing by a tensioning element that can rotate in the upper housing about an axis of rotation that extends normally with respect to the firearm center plane, and the tensioning element includes a tensioning portion and an actuating portion.

Abstract: A medium-caliber ammunition supply device for a turret mounted on an armored vehicle includes: at least one circular turntable, placed at the rear of the turret, for positioning medium-caliber ammunition in a strip or chain, vertically and along a spiral path; and structural elements for guided and pulled conveyance of at least one strip or chain of medium-caliber ammunition. The structural elements include at least a conveyor and a ratchet box. The structural elements successively include a first conveyor, a first ratchet box, a second conveyor, and a second ratchet box. The at least one circular turntable and the structural elements all are covered with a sheet-metal protection on their side faces and/or on an upper part or roof. The sheet metal protection has mobile hatches mounted in a rotating or pivoting manner, allowing partial or complete and ergonomic (re)loading and/or unloading of the at least one circular turntable.

Abstract: A ballistic shield may include multiple ballistic plates. The first plate may be smaller contain a handle and viewport and be able to connect to a second plate. The second plate shall be able to connect to the first plate and when combined, can create a larger shield using only the handle and viewport of the first plate. Other plates may be connected to the second plate to increase the ballistic coverage required. A rotating plate can be connected with a hinge and spacer. When dropped the rotating plate would enable extended coverage. When the rotating plate is rotated upward, an additional layer of ballistic coverage is provided.

Abstract: Because of a clearance between a barrel supporting member and a barrel, a rotational movement of the barrel is not always constant. Thus, trajectory of a bullet is misaligned. A counterweight 40 is located upper than a barrel 10, and rings 61, 62, which are support portions, are located nearer to the counterweight 40 than a gravity center of the barrel 10. Since the barrel 10 is located lower than the counterweight 40 and engaged with a lower surface side of a gear 30, when a bullet is shot and the barrel 10 is moved backward, a force to rotate the barrel 10 itself clockwise is imparted by a circular surface shape of the gear 30. The barrel 10 receives a force to be rotated clockwise from the gravity center position, the ring 61 and the ring 62, and the barrel 10 is in contact with the inner surface of the barrel supporting member 50. Thus, in spite of the existence of the clearance, the barrel 10 is not displaced in the barrel supporting member 50.

Abstract: A universal custom recoil solution will comprise of, a provided firearm or barrel, prismatic shaped shell housing mounted or connected to the gas block, a gas block with pathways to direct firearms gas pressure from firing bullet into device interior pushing a counter weight, and spring to counter act the firearms recoil when fired. This device is fitted to or around a provided barrel where the counter weight and spring are mounted on and reciprocate from front to back of the systems interior volume. The systems main function is to create a counter balance to the firearms kinetic energy by providing a moving mass, to counter the recoil from the firearms action movement when firing. The gas pressure is also expelled and redirected allowing the device to cycle synergistically with the firearm actions.

Abstract: A howitzer suitable for deployment on a ground plane, the howitzer having an ordnance for firing a projectile. The ordnance can include a barrel defining a barrel axis and having a muzzle towards the front end of the howitzer and a breech assembly at the back end of the barrel; a cradle for holding the ordnance at a traverse and an elevation; two trunnion pins located on the cradle, which co-locate with receiving trunnion bearings on a saddle, wherein in a first position said breech is located forward of the trunnion, in a second position, at the end of the recoil stroke, the breech is retracted substantially behind the trunnion, wherein a recoil stroke is variable depending on the selection of the elevation.

Abstract: A personal protection shield for use with a weapon, such as a firearm, may be used to protect the operator of the weapon. The shield may include one or more ballistic plates and one or more mounting assemblies to mount a ballistic plate to the weapon.

Abstract: A trunnion nose guard is a flanged cylinder having internal threads which allow it to thread onto the outer threads of the trunnion nose of a Browning .50 caliber machine gun. The flange of the trunnion nose guard has a face adapted to fit against the front face of the trunnion or against a shim that is interposed between the trunnion front face and the flange. The flange also has at least one hole for receiving a spring-biased locking pin that may be provided on the trunnion front face. The axial length of the trunnion nose guard is selected so that, in use, the trunnion nose guard protects all of the threads of the trunnion nose, but does not extend substantially beyond the end of the trunnion nose.

Abstract: A trunnion nose guard is a flanged cylinder having internal threads which allow it to thread onto the outer threads of the trunnion nose of a Browning .50 caliber machine gun. The flange of the trunnion nose guard has a face adapted to fit against the front face of the trunnion or against a shim that is interposed between the trunnion front face and the flange. The flange also has at least one hole for receiving a spring-biased locking pin that may be provided on the trunnion front face. The axial length of the trunnion nose guard is selected so that, in use, the trunnion nose guard protects all of the threads of the trunnion nose, but does not extend substantially beyond the end of the trunnion nose.

Abstract: A robotized arm (2) is installable on a vehicle (1) by a supporting plate (12), on which the arm is mounted. The vehicle includes a conventional passenger compartment (11), adapted to house operators. At the free end of the arm is supported an armament (3) and the robotized arm enables the armament to have at least four degrees of freedom in space.

Abstract: A light weight field howitzer includes a barrel which is supported by a cradle constructed from hollow members and which is pivotally mounted about a trunnion bearing secured to a chassis. The trunnion bearing lies on the barrel axis and is positioned beyond the limit of maximum recoil of the barrel. Front stabilisers and rear trail support legs are provided to spread the load of the howitzer and spades are rigidly secured to the chassis. The howitzer includes a single hydraulic accumulator arrangement constituting a combined recoil buffer and recuperator system. A barrel elevating means is provided comprising a geared manual means assisted by a precompressed gas system.

Abstract: A howitzer suitable for deployment on a ground plane, the howitzer comprising a barrel for firing a projectile, the barrel defining a barrel axis and having a muzzle towards the front end of the howitzer and a breech towards the back end of the howitzer; a cradle for holding the barrel at an azimuth and an elevation; a recoil accommodating mechanism such that the barrel can move along the barrel axis relative to the cradle; a bearing for varying the azimuth of the cannon; and a linkage for varying the elevation of the bearing.

Abstract: A weapon mounting system for securing a weapon such as a machine gun to a platform comprises a cradle assembly including a pair of opposed front and rear flanges having apertures therein for engaging a retaining pin to secure a weapon thereto. The cradle assembly of the present invention is formed of a single piece of high strength material, for example aluminum stainless steel or titanium. The cradle assembly further includes a pair of pintle flanges to engage a pintle, thereby enabling rotation of cradle and concomitant weapon around two axes.

Abstract: A rifle or shotgun aiming seat apparatus is portable, erectable on the ground and/or as part of a ladder or tree stand. The apparatus incorporates therewith a seat and a rifle-positioning cradle that enables the user to remain in position and simultaneously rotate and selectively and rapidly adjust the height, distance and angular orientation of the rifle barrel, depending on the shooting environment presented. Additionally, the frame structure of the apparatus is adapted to be adjusted and leveled as to sloping ground and enables a hunting blind be erected to hide the hunter while in position.

Abstract: A military vehicle having an armed turret and a swinging arm to move this armed turret. The vehicle is equipped with a gripping mechanism apt to attach the armed turret to one end of the swinging arm. This gripping mechanism has one male part connected to the end of the swinging arm and one female part connected to the armed turret, this male part can be locked mechanically into the female part due to at least one bolt activated by a hydraulic device. The turret is applied in self-defense of designed military vehicles intended to do engineering type projects.

Abstract: A weapon mounting system for securing a weapon such as a machine gun to a platform comprises a base mount that is secured to the platform and that rotatably supports a pintle receiver tube. The pintle receiver tube is adjustable and rotatable such that a weapon may be readily aimed in multiple planes. The invention further includes a cradle that is easily secured to the pintle and thus to the platform.

Abstract: A gun mount which includes a cradle for holding at least two weapons, a carriage for holding the cradle such that the cradle may pivot left and right, and depress and elevate, at least two ammunition trays able to supply ammunition to the at least two weapons, a pintle, and a link deflector. The pintle is attached to the carriage and attachable to a gun stand. The link deflector deflects discharged ammunition links downward as the ammunition links come out of the weapons.

Abstract: A fastening device for a gun barrel with respect to the turret of a carrier vehicle of the type incorporating a cheek integral with an oscillating mass carrying the gun barrel and an articulated part fastened to said turret, wherein said articulated part is fastened to said turret by a pivoting link and in that said part incorporates means to join it to said cheek.

Abstract: A security monitoring and enforcement system is provided for monitoring and enforcing control in a secure environment, such as an aircraft. The system includes a security monitoring and enforcement unit (SMEU) having a visual surveillance system and an audio surveillance and communication system. The visual surveillance system is mounted to an enforcement system and housed in a ceiling of an aircraft. The SMEU is remotely operated and monitored by remote control system located on the ground. The security monitoring and enforcement system is operable continuously or when a security breach is detected. The enforcement system is activated and fired to subdue a suspect.

Abstract: The invention relates to a defense system for a target against an attacking projectile of the type incorporating a launcher for defensive projectiles and control means for the device after the attacking projectile has been detected, wherein the launcher device comprises a cupola mobile in bearing with respect to the target and a launcher integral with the cupola and articulated in elevation in the bearing range of the cupola to ensure the compactness of the whole assembly with respect to the target.

Abstract: A turret for a military vehicle, mobile in traverse with respect to said vehicle and supporting an oscillating mass notably comprising a cannon oriented in elevation, wherein said oscillating mass is mounted in said turret using a linking interface ensuring the air-tightness of said mass with respect to the exterior of said turret, said interface ensuring the mobility in elevation of said cannon.

Abstract: An elevation and traverse laying system for a weapon comprising a first traverse positioning element to position the weapon in traverse along a large angular range with respect to a first axis of rotation in traverse, having a first positioning element in elevation for the weapon along a large range with respect to the first axis of rotation in elevation offset with respect to the weapon's center of gravity, a second positioning element in elevation for the weapon along a small range with respect to a second axis of rotation in elevation, and a second traverse positioning element with respect to a second axis of rotation in traverse allowing a small lateral range for the weapon, the second axis of rotation in elevation and the second axis of rotation in traverse substantially passing through the weapon's center of gravity.

Abstract: The invention relates to an elevation laying system for a weapon mounted on a vehicle. It comprises first positioning means for the weapon along a wide elevation range with respect to a first axis of rotation offset with respect to the center of gravity of the weapon, and second positioning means for the weapon connected to the first means along a narrow elevation range with respect to a second axis of rotation passing through the center of gravity of the weapon. The first axis of rotation is located to the rear of the weapon's center of gravity. The first positioning means are hinged with respect to a frame onto which the weapon is mounted around the first axis of rotation.

Abstract: A traverse laying system for a weapon integral with a frame articulated in traverse with respect to a support providing a large traverse range around a first axis of rotation. The system includes positioning device for the weapon integral with the frame in order to ensure a small lateral range of the weapon around a second axis of rotation passing through the centre of gravity and perpendicular respectively to the longitudinal axis of the weapon and the traverse orientation axis. The first axis of rotation is located to the rear of the weapon's centre of gravity and the lateral range around the second axis may be of around 2°.

Abstract: External armament apparatus, including a machine gun, an associated ammunition box for supplying belted ammunition to the gun, a flare dispenser, a missile launcher or other external stores apparatus, and a forward looking infrared sensor (FLIR), is exteriorly supported on a landing gear sponson tow plate of a helicopter, adjacent a cabin area gunner's window. The external mounting of the gun and other armament apparatus frees up cabin space, permits the gunner's window to be closed with the gun in a ready position, and permits a 0.50 caliber machine gun to be used an alternative to either a 7.62 mm mini-gun or a single barrel 7.62 mm machine gun adjacent the gunner's window.

Abstract: The invention relates to an elevation laying system for a weapon 1.

Abstract: A recoil buffering apparatus for use with an artillery gun of the type comprising a breech assembly (15) connected to a barrel (12), the breech assembly (15) having a firing mechanism for firing a projectile through an open end of the barrel (12). The recoil buffering apparatus comprises a recoil buffering means adapted to be fixed to the barrel (12) and movable therewith during recoil action of the barrel (12) caused by firing of the projectile, and a support means associated with the recoil buffering means for supporting the recoil buffering means and thereby supporting the barrel (12) and breech assembly (15) through the recoil buffering means. An elevating apparatus and a traversing apparatus for an artillery gun are also described. The artillery gun can also be provided with a muzzle brake (11).

Abstract: A recoil buffering apparatus for use with an artillery gun of the type comprising a breech assembly (15) connected to a barrel (12), the breech assembly (15) having a firing mechanism for firing a projectile through an open end of the barrel (12). The recoil buffering apparatus comprises a recoil buffering means adapted to be fixed to the barrel (12) and movable therewith during recoil action of the barrel (12) caused by firing of the projectile, and a support means associated with the recoil buffering means for supporting the recoil buffering means and thereby supporting the barrel (12) and breech assembly (15) through the recoil buffering means. An elevating apparatus and a traversing apparatus for an artillery gun are also described. The artillery gun can also be provided with a muzzle brake (11).

Abstract: An aiming system for a trajectory weapon such as a ground launcher, machine gun, mortar, or the like. The aiming system is attached to a conventional mount for the involved weapon. Also disclosed is a method of sighting in a weapon which employs the aiming system.

Abstract: An aiming system for a trajectory weapon such as a ground launcher, machine gun, mortar, or the like. The aiming system is attached to a conventional mount for the involved weapon. Also disclosed is a method of sighting in a weapon which employs the aiming system.

Abstract: A gun trunnion angular-sensing mechanism (30) is operable with a gun (20) mounted for elevational rotation on a gun trunnion (22). The angular-sensing mechanism (30) includes an angular-position readout device (32) having an input shaft (34), and a pinned parallelogram linkage (46) extending between the gun trunnion (22) and the input shaft (34) of the angular-position readout device (32). The linkage (46) rotates the input shaft (34) proportionately to a rotation of the gun trunnion (22), so that the angular position of the gun trunnion (22) may be sensed.

Abstract: A trunnion assembly for mounting a launching device including a barrel for launching a liquid or a solid including at least one horizontal locating assembly to allow limited horizontal movement of the launching device; and at least one vertical locating assembly for varying the vertical inclination of the launching device. The structure for varying the extent of horizontal movement of the trunnion assembly includes at least one resilient movable stop assembly; and the structure for varying the extent of vertical movement of the trunnion assembly includes at least one resilient stop assembly.

Abstract: A machine gun and associated armament apparatus, including an ammunition box for supplying belted ammunition to the gun, are exteriorly supported on a landing gear sponsor tow plate of a helicopter, adjacent a cabin area gunner's window, using a specially designed pintle support structure. The machine gun is horizontally rotatable about a vertical azimuth rotation axis which is forwardly tilted and substantially parallel to the similarly tilted rotor mast axis. The gun's upward firing elevation angle is limited to 1.5 degrees when the gun is pointed forwardly. However, due to the forward tilting of the gun's azimuth rotation axis, its maximum upward firing elevation angle automatically increases as the gun is swung rearwardly, thereby desirably increasing the gun's firing range to the side and rear of the helicopter while at the same time automatically maintaining the bullet path of the forwardly pointed gun safely below the forwardly drooped operational rotor tip path.

Abstract: Improvements in or relating to field howitzers A light weight field howitzer includes a barrel which is supported by a cradle constructed from hollow members and which is pivotally mounted about a trunnion bearing secured to a chassis. The trunnion bearing lies on the barrel axis and is positioned beyond the limit of maximum recoil of the barrel. Front stabilisers and rear trail support legs are provided to spread the load of the howitzer and spades are rigidly secured to the chassis. The howitzer includes a single hydraulic accumulator arrangement constituting a combined recoil buffer and recuperator system. A barrel elevating means is provided comprising a geared manual means assisted by a precompressed gas system.