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| 8128405 | System, method and apparatus for relaying simulation data An apparatus for communicating simulation data is disclosed. The apparatus includes an assembly for mounting the apparatus on an edifice. The apparatus further includes a receiver for receiving simulation data from a plurality of players within a specified area of t... | 03/06/2012 |
| 8113838 | Simulated land mine A simulated land mine for use in a combat simulation or a simulated war game, comprising: a base frame with an opening facing upwards; an inner housing inserted into the base frame and including a first center hole formed vertically therethrough; a gas cylinder moun... | 02/14/2012 |
| 8105087 | System for detecting and recording impacts produced by shock waves and projectiles on a target A system (1) for detecting and recording impacts produced by shock waves and/or by non-lethal projectiles on the surface of a target (2), includes: a) a plurality of sensors (3i) applied to the target (2) and capable of detecting t... | 01/31/2012 |
| 8096808 | Alternative steel and concrete target An alternative steel and concrete target configurable to represent a wide variety of military surplus vehicles is described herein. The alternative steel and concrete target is used as a hard target for training on high explosives bombing ranges. ... | 01/17/2012 |
| 8016594 | Method of training utilizing a threat fire simulation system A threat fire simulation system (40) for simulating a projectile impacting a user (26) includes an electrical impulse element (44) configured for physical contact with the user (26). A controller (42) is in communication with the e... | 09/13/2011 |
| 8011928 | Mine-like explosion simulator Mine-like explosion simulators are disclosed herein. According to aspects illustrated herein, a landmine simulator device includes a blast fixture; a lower portion of said blast fixture having a proximal end, a distal end and a hollow area therebetween, said hollow ... | 09/06/2011 |
| 7927102 | Simulation devices and systems for rocket propelled grenades and other weapons A rocket propelled grenade (RPG) simulation device usable with a laser detector is provided. The RPG simulation device comprises a laser transmitter, a switch, a controller, and a housing. The laser transmitter is capable of directing a laser signal to the laser det... | 04/19/2011 |
| 7922491 | Methods and apparatus to provide training against improvised explosive devices In one embodiment, an explosive device (IED) simulator usable with a laser detector is provided, the IED simulator comprising a laser transmitter and a first switch. The laser transmitter is capable of directing a laser signal to the laser detector, the laser signal... | 04/12/2011 |
| 7507089 | Methods and apparatus to provide training against improvised explosive devices Method and apparatus for a training system for improvised explosive devices (IEDs). An IED training system can include an inert explosive component that can resemble a large round, rocket propelled grenade (RPG), or the like. Various triggers can activate visual and... | 03/24/2009 |
| 7470125 | System and method for training and evaluating crewmembers of a weapon system in a gunnery training range The present invention provides a multi-split screen image with audio feed to document the training engagement. The multi video image combines an over-watch thermal image, the Loader's actions, the Gunner's actions, and the imagery from the vehicle's thermal imaging ... | 12/30/2008 |
| 7435179 | Location-based authorization of gaming action in wireless communication gaming devices A gaming server periodically receives location information from a plurality of distributed gaming devices. Such devices can take the form of cellular telephones or other wireless communications devices equipped with a GPS transceiver. When the gaming server determin... | 10/14/2008 |
| 7370532 | RF communications method and system for laser ultrasonic testing A system including a processor, a high-energy density system linked to the processor, and a communicator linked to the processor. The communicator comprehensively integrates a plurality of hardware and software functions associated with operating the high-energy den... | 05/13/2008 |
| 7360332 | Firearm trigger proximity alarm A proximity alarm for a firearm having a trigger and a trigger guard is disclosed. The proximity alarm is for detecting when an object, such as a user's finger, enters the space between the trigger and the trigger guard, whereupon the proximity alarm alerts the user... | 04/22/2008 |
| 7350785 | Test-cutting target for edged-weapons practice Improved targets suitable for cutting with an edged weapon are disclosed. In an embodiment the target is a prism made of polyethylene foam with a hole for receiving a peg and an external indicia alerting the practitioner of the depth of the hole and, thereby, what p... | 04/01/2008 |
| 7345265 | Enhancement of aimpoint in simulated training systems Embodiments of the invention, therefore, provide improved systems and methods for tracking targets in a simulation environment. Merely by way of example, an exemplary embodiment provides a reflected laser target tracking system that tracks a target with a video came... | 03/18/2008 |
| 7338343 | Toy grenade A toy grenade has a container enclosed in a casing consisting of two separable half oval-shaped casings. The container is filled with a mixture of powder and color dye and compressed air. The top of the container is normally retained by a spring biased elongated rod... | 03/04/2008 |
| 7335026 | Video surveillance system and method Embodiments of the invention enable an operator to interact with a video surveillance system comprising at least one sensor. The sensor may be configured to operate as a simulated weapon, or may be replaced by or augmented with a real weapon and in either case the s... | 02/26/2008 |
| 7331871 | Tactile signal-producing vest worn while playing a video game A vest that is worn while playing a video game is in the shape of a bandoleer and has a multiplicity of tactile signal-producing elements thereon. The tactile-signal producing elements are located all around the player so the player will receive tactile signals from... | 02/19/2008 |
| 7327394 | Attachment system for a video camera housing A video camera recorder that includes a main camera body, a camera mount member, a first mount member and a second mount member. The camera mount member is coupled to the main camera body. The camera mount member has a camera mount track portion. The first mount mem... | 02/05/2008 |
| 7326056 | Computer-based learning environment utilizing quantitative model-based simulations A system and method is disclosed that provides a learning environment useful for teaching students about the structure, characteristics, and behavior of a complex system. The learning experience is centered around a quantitative model-based simulation, whose state i... | 02/05/2008 |
| 7318428 | Paint ball gun having paint ball dispenser with threaded connector A paint ball gun is disclosed including a dispenser having a locking connector designed to lockingly engage a locking connector on a gun feed tube or one end of a hollow connecting member. ... | 01/15/2008 |
| 7306462 | Gas operating system for firearm simulators A removable gas supply for a weapon simulator, wherein the gas system cycles the bolt or slide of the firearm to provide recoil, actuate a hammer/trigger mechanism and provide realism of the original weapon functions. The weapon simulator has a housing defining a pi... | 12/11/2007 |
| 7292151 | Human movement measurement system A system for measuring the position of transponders for testing and training a user to manipulate the position of the transponders while being guided by interactive and sensory feedback through a bidirectional communication link to a processing system for the purpos... | 11/06/2007 |
| 7291014 | Wireless data communication link embedded in simulated weapon systems A weapon simulator assembly having a wireless module provided in a simulated weapon to maximize the freedom of movement for the user and to provide complete diagnostics from electronic sensors for users of the firearms training simulator. The wireless module is embe... | 11/06/2007 |
| 7288016 | Igniter mechanism for toy hand grenade The present invention relates to an igniter mechanism for a toy hand grenade which comprises a pull string ignition assembly, a housing that encases the pull string ignition assembly and a stopper that is located in the housing. The igniter mechanism may meet the re... | 10/30/2007 |
| 7287231 | Logistics simulator A graphical user interface devices, methods, and systems for creating and editing a simulation model and for presenting the simulation model simulated within a scenario are provided. The device includes a first component that allows a user to enter and edit platform... | 10/23/2007 |
| 7278290 | Projectile impact energy and location measurement system A projectile impact energy and location measurement system is taught employing a target apparatus having an impact plate of a solid durable substance such as steel or titanium. Disposed over the plate is a layer of elastoluminescent material composed of zinc sulfide... | 10/09/2007 |
| 7278358 | Non-lethal marking bullet for related training cartridges A projectile of non-lethal composition includes an outer casing that is substantially sealed prior to impact with a target both when the projectile is in a static condition and when the projectile is in a dynamic condition. A marking material is encapsulated within ... | 10/09/2007 |
| 7278898 | Fencing training sword The present invention relates to a sword for a trainee in the art of swordsmanship; and more particularly, to a multistructured sword of a double or triple structure having a shock-absorbing space in a sword body. Accordingly, the trainee can effectively practices s... | 10/09/2007 |
| 7275691 | Artillery fire control system An indirect artillery fire control system is shown, in which a plurality of indirect artillery systems are linked with a fire direction system such that a call for fire order is communicated as a fire command to a selected indirect artillery system, with that system... | 10/02/2007 |
| 7246471 | Modular assault course A panel for field erecting an assault course with the panel supporting a bullet retaining member on at least one face with the panel erectable on a base member and securable to similar or identical panels to form an assault course and a method for field erecting of ... | 07/24/2007 |
| 7237489 | Projectile head for a training cartridge A projectile head is provided for a training cartridge having a propulsion unit, with an integrated projectile tail section, which can be used equally for training cartridges as well as combat cartridges of the same caliber size, wherein the projectile tail section ... | 07/03/2007 |
| 7231327 | Method and apparatus for risk management An integrated risk management tool includes a persistent object database to store information about actors (individuals and/or groups), physical surroundings, historical events and other information. The risk management tool also includes a decision support system t... | 06/12/2007 |
| 7228261 | Methods and apparatus for testing and diagnosis of weapon control systems Methods and systems for testing and diagnosis of weapon control systems are disclosed. In one embodiment, an apparatus for testing a weapon control system includes an interface unit and a simulator unit. The interface unit is adapted to be operatively coupled to the... | 06/05/2007 |
| 7225741 | Reduced energy training cartridge for self-loading firearms A two piece, two-stage, rechargeable, reusable, reduced-energy mechanically operating cartridge is provided for launching a bullet of various compositions from a dedicated or modified firearm. The cartridge unit is comprised of a primary case, a piston sleeve, a pro... | 06/05/2007 |
| 7224326 | Virtual reality system A virtual reality (VR) system includes an image playback system that sends images to an image viewing device, such as a pair of display glasses. Each image has a 360-degree field of view. An user views a portion of the images. The portion of the image viewed is dete... | 05/29/2007 |
| 7210392 | Autonomous weapon system An autonomous weapon system including weapon (9) and weapon mounting system (7, 8) operable to point the weapon (9) in accordance with input control signals. The weapon system includes a sensor (2) to acquire images and other data from a ... | 05/01/2007 |
| 7200536 | Simulator A vehicle simulator comprising: (i) a real-world vehicle (1) whose controls and instruments are dual-mode such that they can be switched between normal operation and simulated operation; (ii) a retro-reflect... | 04/03/2007 |
| 7191708 | Flash 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 |
| 7192282 | Device and method for weapon sight This invention concerns a device for a weapon sight. The device includes a deflecting element (15) disposed in an optical path through the sight and comprising an optical wedge (17), and means (16) arranged to control the positional setting of t... | 03/20/2007 |
