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Class 102/355 - Simulation


Subclass of Class 102 - Ammunition and explosives
Definition: Subject matter having a shape other than a firecracker.
No. of patents: 35
Last issue date: 04/13/2010


NumberTitleIssue Date
7694628Method of producing energetically-inert pseudoscents of explosive materials, and compositions thereof
This invention relates to a method that can be used to scientifically fabricate pseudoscents of explosives, which, in their entirety, are comprised of non-energetic materials. It also discloses specific compositions of such pseudoscents, which can be used as energet...
04/13/2010
7597047Simulating an explosion of an improvised explosive device
According to one embodiment, a system for simulating an actual explosion of an explosive device includes one or more firing devices and a control module. A firing device comprises a pyrotechnic device operable to direct a pyrotechnic explosion in a predetermined dir...
10/06/2009
7568431Multi-purpose pyrotechnic trainer
An apparatus or device for simulating weapons firing/hit indications for military training which uses pyrotechnic devices to simulate target hits and hostile fire. The device in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention, can be used with blank ammunitio...
08/04/2009
7412929Diversionary device
A diversion device capable of generating a disorientating flash and a disorientating sound without an explosion has a housing with a cavity containing an inert gas, a piston and a powder. The powder creates the flash via ignition after exiting the device. The device...
08/19/2008
7361373Antipyrotic and method of manufacturing the same
The present invention relates to an antipyrotic having compositions excellent for treating burn and a normally used carrier in a fixed ratio, and a method of manufacturing the same. The antipyrotic of the present invention has, as its main composition, a carbonized ...
04/22/2008
7314005Fireworks ignition system for 1.4 fireworks
An ignition system for 1.4 g or consumer fireworks includes a base to which the fireworks are secured to prevent tipping thereof during shooting. The base is secured to the ground or other surface for stability. Preferably, the base is part of a container which encl...
01/01/2008
7191708Flash and sound emitting diversion grenade
A diversion grenade (200) comprising: a transparent body (102) in which is located one or more charges of flash material (104); an internal power supply (114); a control circuit (126) that is responsive to one or more inputs, the c...
03/20/2007
7083414Explosion simulation device
An explosion simulation device comprising an elongated body formed with a hollow chamber, the body being formed with end apertures at opposite ends thereof and a plurality of radially-directed side apertures along an axial length thereof, the end apertures and side ...
08/01/2006
6845715Explosion simulator
An explosion simulator including a chamber at least partially filled with a pyrotechnic material, the chamber being formed with a plurality of holes arranged for fluid products of an explosion of the pyrotechnic material to pass therethrough, and a delaying detonato...
01/25/2005
6431070Electrical connector for use with pyrotechnic ignition apparatus
An electrical connector device for use with a pyrotechnic ignition apparatus having a magazine for igniting a plurality of devices in an array in an ignition sequence includes a plastic tube mounted in a metal cap casing to which first and second electric...
08/13/2002
6393989Drone or towed body having infrared flares for stimulating a flying target
In a towed body with infrared flares located at its rear, the flares are in an ejection unit and are pulled out of the towed body via a tow cable as they ignite, preventing the towed body from being destroyed by missiles when it is used during target simu...
05/28/2002
6117178Explosion consequences and siting analysis tool
A computer system whereby the user selects any combination of hazards and buildings which are of interest in modeling and simulating potential explosions. The software of the present invention automatically calculates distance and orientation of various b...
09/12/2000
6101950Projectile simulation means
Projectile simulation means serve for an acoustic and/or optical representation of the firing of canons or the like. The projectile simulation means are arranged in a pivotable receiving plate of a firing apparatus. There is a danger that, when pivoting t...
08/15/2000
6099316Simulated assault weapon
A simulated weapon creates a muzzle flash and smoke effect. The simulated weapon has an elongated tube portion having a closed end and an open end. A high-intensity light source enters the elongated tube near the closed end. A communication passageway in ...
08/08/2000
6065404Training grenade for multiple integrated laser engagement system
A re-usable simulated grenade is provided that may be utilized by soldiers training with a multiple integrated laser engagement system (MILES). The simulated grenade includes a central core having a blast chamber that contains a non-lethal quantity of an ...
05/23/2000
5958299Explosive simulants for testing explosive detection systems
Explosives simulants that include non-explosive components are disclosed that facilitate testing of equipment designed to remotely detect explosives. The simulants are non-explosive, non-hazardous materials that can be safely handled without any significa...
09/28/1999
5852254Protective means for fast-moving objects
Protective device for protection of rapidly moving objects such as aircraft or the like against homing heads that react to radiation, in particular infrared radiation, emitted by the aircraft, and that have a destructive charge. The protective device has ...
12/22/1998
5801321Low cost environmentally friendly flare
Aerial training flare or flare simulator comprising a polymeric case, a begradable polymeric candle housing, and a candle comprising a pyrotechnic illuminant and an environmentally friendly, fast-burning ignition composition. An expulsion cartridge eject...
09/01/1998
5788500Continuous wave laser battlefield simulation system
An improved battlefield simulation system based upon continuous wave lasers. The system uses continuous wave lasers and high-power light-emitting diodes (LEDs) to simulate weapons. A continuous wave laser energy beam is coded using pulse-code modulation (...
08/04/1998
5780765Pyrogen compound kit for an electrical model rocket ignitor
The invention is directed to an electrical ignitor for a model rocket, including two insulated lead wires, with each lead wire having an uninsulated end. An element wire interconnects the uninsulated ends from each lead wire. The element wire forms a plur...
07/14/1998
5712446Flat-sided model rocket and method therefor
The present invention is directed to an apparatus and method a flat-side model rocket. In the preferred embodiment, the model rocket is four-sided, and may be constructed by a user from wooden pieces that are pre-cut and pre-engraved with a sealed-CO...
01/27/1998
5648636Non-detonable and non-explosive explosive simulators
A simulator which is chemically equivalent to an explosive, but is not detonable or explodable. The simulator is a combination of an explosive material with an inert material, either in a matrix or as a coating, where the explosive has a high surface rati...
07/15/1997
5585595Device for simulating weapons firing and/or hit indication
Shots and hits are simulated with pyrotechnic indicator means e.g. in military maneuvers. For this purpose, devices are used which are designed for accommodating a plurality of pyrotechnic indicator means (15) . Each indicator means (15) can individually ...
12/17/1996
5571018Arrangement for simulating indirect fire in combat training
An arrangement for simulating indirect fire in military combat training exercises in which each individual exercise participant is not required to be equipped with an individual position-locating device. The arrangement uses a technique of grouping (20, 3...
11/05/1996
5481979Practice dummy for an explosive body
A practice dummy for simulating a handgrenade or another explosive weapon includes a plurality of infrared light emitting diodes. A light signal from these diodes is used for simulating the explosion. The light signal can be received by suitable detectors...
01/09/1996
5413812Method for fabricating non-detonable explosive simulants
A simulator which is chemically equivalent to an explosive, but is not detonable. The simulator has particular use in the training of explosives detecting dogs and calibrating sensitive analytical instruments. The explosive simulants may be fabricated by ...
05/09/1995
5396844Ammunition for simulated firearm
Ammunition for an electronically activated simulated firearm includes a combustible powder contained in a plastic casing having electrically conductive pins which mount in a barrel portion of the firearm. The powder charge is less than 2 grains of an oxid...
03/14/1995
5359936Non-detonable explosive simulators
A simulator which is chemically equivalent to an explosive, but is not detonable. The simulator has particular use in the training of explosives detecting dogs and calibrating sensitive analytical instruments. The explosive simulants may be fabricated by ...
11/01/1994
5222798Light grenade
A self contained, self-powered, bright, typically visible, light source in a strong case having a transparent dome is thrown or fired into position by police as a non-injurious agent of coercive intervention. Light is emitted after a predetermined delay, ...
06/29/1993
5157222Pyrotechnic ignition apparatus and method
A plurality of magazines each receive an array of pyrotechnic devices. The magazines are latched to a fire control and support assembly which automatically engages the fire control circuit to each device of each magazine. The circuit ignites all devices o...
10/20/1992
4976201Non-lethal distraction device
A distraction device is comprised of a hollow container that is divided into a first chamber and a second chamber. An explosive charge capable of producing a loud sound and a brilliant flash of light fills the second chamber. A standard M201 hand grenade ...
12/11/1990
4439155End caps for use with a launch environment simulator process and structure
End caps for a launch environment simulator apparatus are provided which add realism to the firing simulation by producing smoke and a small amount of debris. The end caps serve to retain a combustible gas mixture within the apparatus prior to firing. Upo...
03/27/1984
4392432Air burst munitions simulator
An air burst munitions simulator which provides for the aerial dissemination of readily dispersable substance. A payload container adapted to contain the substance to be dispersed is launched into the air by a propellant charge, typically gunpowder. A tim...
07/12/1983
4299170Device for simulating hits on armored vehicles and similar targets
A device for simulating hits on a target for example in war games and particularly for simulating hits on armored vehicles comprises a housing which has a plurality of separate spaced apart charge receiving chambers therein. Each chamber contains a distin...
11/10/1981
4245403Apparatus for displaying the detonating, light flash and smoke development of ammunition
An apparatus for simulating the detonation, light flash and smoke development of ammunition, without the actual firing or impact of the real thing, is disclosed. A plurality of smoke and flash pyrotechnic charges contained in a replaceable support panel, ...
01/20/1981
 
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