Invention Grant
- Patent Title: Robot/drone multi-projectile launcher
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Application No.: US15671954Application Date: 2017-08-08
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Publication No.: US10222175B2Publication Date: 2019-03-05
- Inventor: Gonzalo Couce
- Applicant: Gonzalo Couce
- Agency: Robert M. Downey, P.A.
- Main IPC: F41F1/08
- IPC: F41F1/08 ; F41G5/18 ; F41A9/47 ; F41A17/72 ; F41A19/59 ; F41A27/06 ; F41G3/16 ; F41G5/06 ; F41G5/14

Abstract:
A multi-projectile launcher capable of firing less-lethal 40 mm rounds or high explosive 40 mm rounds (i.e., HE Grenades) can be attached to robots, drones, vehicles and stationary structures. The robot/drone multi-projectile launcher is remote controlled and capable of 360 degree horizontal rotation as well as vertical panning, and is able to quickly turn and acquire targets. A solenoid controlled firing system for each barrel includes a firing pin, trigger lever and striker, as well as a lockout bar and striker seer to prevent accidental firing (e.g., from impact or sudden jolt). Target acquisition systems include an infrared laser system, a standard red laser system, and an optic targeting system that is monitored through an onboard camera. A wireless network access device allows for remote viewing of live-feed camera images (still frame and video) and control of the optic targeting system, as well as the launcher articulation and firing.
Public/Granted literature
- US20180045485A1 ROBOT/DRONE MULTI-PROJECTILE LAUNCHER Public/Granted day:2018-02-15
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