Novel multifunctional warhead charging conversion method
Through the collaborative design of the multi-functional charge module and the intelligent fuze system, the lack of functionality and responsiveness of the traditional anti-ship warheads in the face of diversified targets is solved, and efficient strikes and cost optimization for different ships are achieved.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202510756727.0
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-06
- Publication Date
- 2025-08-01
AI Technical Summary
When facing diversified targets, traditional anti-ship warheads have problems such as functional limitations of a single charge, lack of dynamic response of the fuze system and insufficient modular design capabilities, resulting in insufficient strike efficiency and high cost on ships of different protection levels.
The collaborative design of multi-function charging module, intelligent fuze system and flight control system is adopted to detect target characteristics in real time through sensors, and use intelligent algorithms to select the best explosion mode and switch the charging module to achieve dynamic adaptation to different targets.
It has achieved efficient damage to thick armor, light ships and external facilities, reduced energy waste, reduced R&D and production costs, and improved the universality and response speed of weapon systems.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of anti-ship weapons, and particularly to a novel multi-functional warhead charge conversion method. Background Art
[0002] In the modern naval warfare system, the battlefield adaptability and precise strike effectiveness of anti-ship warheads have become the core indicators for measuring the technological advancement of anti-ship weapons. Restricted by the fixed technical architecture, traditional anti-ship warheads have shown significant defects when dealing with the protection characteristics of diverse targets. The core problems are concentrated in three aspects:
[0003] Firstly, there are limitations in the functionality of single-charge designs. Traditional warheads generally adopt a single-charge structure with a fixed formula. This design concept is difficult to balance the different requirements of damage modes for different target types. For example, when facing heavy ships such as battleships equipped with thick armor protection, the energy release mode of a single charge often fails to provide sufficient penetration power, resulting in the warhead being unable to penetrate multiple layers of armor structures and only exploding ineffectively outside the target; while when attacking lightly protected targets such as light frigates and patrol boats, the excessive charge energy will cause unnecessary dispersive damage, wasting combat resources and possibly causing collateral damage due to excessive killing. More seriously, modern ship protection technologies have developed multi-layer protection systems such as composite armor and spaced armor. Traditional single charges can neither achieve deep penetration through the shaped charge effect nor achieve area damage through the fragmentation effect.
[0004] Secondly, there is a lack of dynamic response in the fuze system and explosion mode. The trigger logic and explosion delay time of traditional fuze systems are fixed before leaving the factory and cannot be adjusted according to the real-time battlefield environment. When facing targets using new armor materials (such as reactive armor and ceramic composite armor), the fixed fuze delay may cause a serious mismatch between the explosion timing and the damage requirements. For example, for thick armor targets that require post-penetration explosion, too short a delay will cause the warhead to detonate prematurely when contacting the armor surface, unable to cause fatal damage to the internal structure; while for light targets that require surface shock wave damage, too long a delay will cause the warhead to explode after penetrating the target, and the energy will be ineffectively conducted to non-critical areas.
[0005] Furthermore, the lack of modular design capabilities further exacerbates the limitations of traditional technologies. Due to the lack of interchangeable charge modules and standardized interfaces, anti-ship weapon systems must design dedicated warheads for each target type. This vast model system not only significantly increases R&D, production, and maintenance costs, but also severely restricts battlefield response speed. In actual combat, when enemy fleets feature a mix of ships with different levels of protection, traditional anti-ship weapons often require frequent changes in ammunition types, which can lead to missed optimal attack windows in the time-sensitive naval combat environment. Furthermore, the non-modular design prevents the warhead from being compatible with new technologies through subsequent upgrades, significantly shortening the weapon system's technical lifecycle.
[0006] In summary, the triple deficiencies of traditional anti-ship warheads—single-charge functionality, fuze dynamic responsiveness, and modular scalability—have become technical bottlenecks hindering the effectiveness of anti-ship weapons. Building a next-generation warhead system capable of sensing target characteristics, intelligently switching charge patterns, and adaptively matching damage effects has become a key technological advancement in modern naval defense systems. Summary of the Invention
[0007] The purpose of this invention is to provide a new multifunctional warhead charge conversion method, which, through modular design and intelligent decision-making, significantly improves the adaptability and killing effectiveness of anti-ship warheads against diverse targets, reduces energy waste and weapon system costs, and is suitable for efficient strikes against ships of different protection levels in modern complex naval combat environments.
[0008] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides a novel multifunctional warhead charge conversion method. By integrating a multifunctional charge module, an intelligent fuze system, a flight control system, and a sensor system into the warhead, the method dynamically adapts to different target characteristics. The method specifically comprises the following steps:
[0009] S1. Multifunctional Charge Module and Fuze System Design
[0010] Designing the multifunctional charge module provided inside the warhead, wherein the multifunctional charge module includes a fixed charge module and a selectable charge module, wherein the selectable charge module includes a penetrating charge module, a shallow penetrating charge module, and a fragmentation charge module;
[0011] S2. Flight Control and Target Recognition
[0012] The flight control system detects the target in real time through the sensor system, thereby calculating the optimal explosion method;
[0013] S2.1. Target Recognition and Data Collection
[0014] During flight, the sensor system will detect the target in real time and transmit the specific information of the target, including the armor thickness, hull material, target size, and target surface type of the target;
[0015] S2.2. Intelligent Algorithm and Attack Mode Selection
[0016] The flight control system will combine the data of the sensor system, analyze the target type using a preset intelligent algorithm, decide whether to switch the charge mode, and adjust the fuse delay time according to the target protection characteristics;
[0017] S2.3. Explosion Mode Selection
[0018] Through the data of the sensor system, the flight control system can select the corresponding explosion mode when approaching the target;
[0019] S3. Execution of Explosion Mode and Achievement of Effect
[0020] The fuse system triggers the corresponding charge module and fuse delay time according to the selected explosion mode to achieve the deep penetration mode, shallow penetration mode, and fragmentation killing mode.
[0021] Preferably, the penetrating charge module is wrapped with high-energy explosive and strengthened steel to penetrate thick-armored targets and explode inside the targets.
[0022] Preferably, the shallow penetration charge module uses medium-power explosive to generate shock waves on the surface of weak-armored or weakly protected targets to destroy the external structure.
[0023] Preferably, the fragmentation charge module uses high-explosive and explosive separation structure to generate high-speed fragments to achieve extensive killing of light targets or external facilities.
[0024] Preferably, the fuse system includes a long-delay trigger mechanism and a short-delay trigger mechanism. The penetrating charge module is combined with the long-delay trigger mechanism to correspond to the deep penetration mode, and the shallow penetration charge module and the fragmentation charge module are respectively combined with the short-delay trigger mechanism to correspond to the shallow penetration mode and the fragmentation killing mode.
[0025] Preferably, the warhead adopts a modular structure, integrates each charge module through a charge switching compartment, and realizes rapid module switching through the instructions of the flight control system.
[0026] Preferably, the sensor includes at least one of a radar, an infrared sensor, and an optical sensor, and is used to detect target parameters in real time and feedback them to the flight control system.
[0027] Preferably, the intelligent algorithm is preset with a target type database, which can automatically match the deep penetration mode, shallow penetration mode or fragmentation killing mode according to the armor thickness threshold.
[0028] Therefore, by adopting the above-mentioned novel multi-functional warhead charge conversion method, the present invention has the following technical effects:
[0029] (1) Multi-target adaptability: It can automatically switch the attack mode for different targets such as thick armor, light ships and external facilities, maximizing the damage effect.
[0030] (2) Intelligence and precision: Through real-time target data and intelligent algorithms, the control of the explosion timing and mode is realized, avoiding energy waste.
[0031] (3) Modular economy: A single warhead integrates multiple functions, reducing the R & D and production costs of special warheads for different targets and improving the versatility of the weapon system.
[0032] The technical solution of the present invention will be further described in detail below through the drawings and embodiments. Description of the Drawings
[0033] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of an anti-ship warhead in a novel multi-functional warhead charge conversion method of the present invention;
[0034] Figure 2 is a flowchart of the warhead fuse and explosion mode switching in a novel multi-functional warhead charge conversion method of the present invention.
[0035] Reference Signs
[0036] 1, charge switching cabin; 2, select charge module; 3, fixed charge module; 4, fuse system. Detailed Embodiments
[0037] The technical solution of the present invention will be further described below through the drawings and embodiments.
[0038] Unless otherwise defined, the technical terms or scientific terms used in the present invention shall have the ordinary meanings as understood by those of ordinary skill in the art to which the present invention pertains. The "first", "second" and similar terms used in the present invention do not denote any order, quantity or importance, but are only used to distinguish different components. Words such as "comprising" or "including" mean that the elements or objects appearing before this word cover the elements or objects listed after this word and their equivalents, without excluding other elements or objects. Words such as "connected" or "coupled" are not limited to physical or mechanical connections, but may include electrical connections, whether direct or indirect. "Up", "down", "left", "right", etc. are only used to represent relative positional relationships, and when the absolute position of the object being described changes, the relative positional relationship may also change accordingly.
[0039] As Figure 1 shown, a novel multi-functional warhead charge conversion method realizes dynamic adaptation to different target characteristics through the coordinated action of a multi-functional charge module integrated in the warhead, an intelligent fuze system 4, a flight control system and a sensor system;
[0040] The multi-functional charge module includes a fixed charge module 3 and a selectable charge module 2, wherein the selectable charge module 2 includes:
[0041] Penetrating charge module: Wrapped with high-energy explosive and reinforced steel, it is used to penetrate thick-armored targets and explode inside to achieve deep penetration damage.
[0042] Shallow penetration charge module: Filled with medium-power explosive, it is used to generate shock waves on the surface of weak-armored or weakly protected targets to destroy the external structure.
[0043] Fragment charge module: Adopting high-explosive and explosive separation structure, it generates high-speed fragments when exploding to achieve extensive killing of light targets or external facilities.
[0044] The fuze system 4 includes a long-delay triggering mechanism and a short-delay triggering mechanism to achieve the following modes:
[0045] Deep penetration mode: The penetrating charge module is combined with the long-delay triggering mechanism to ensure that the warhead detonates after penetrating the target armor.
[0046] Shallow penetration mode, fragment killing mode: The shallow penetration charge module and the fragment charge module are respectively combined with the short-delay triggering mechanism to achieve surface shock wave damage or fragment dispersion killing.
[0047] The flight control system and the sensor cooperate to achieve:
[0048] Target Detection: Real-time collection of target parameters through radar, infrared sensors, optical sensors, etc., including armor thickness, hull material, target size, and surface type.
[0049] Intelligent Algorithm Decision-making: The flight control system automatically matches the optimal explosion mode (deep penetration mode, shallow penetration mode, fragmentation killing mode) based on the preset target type database and armor thickness threshold, and adjusts the fuse delay time.
[0050] Modular Quick Switching: Integrate each charge module through the charge switching compartment 1, and drive the module to quickly switch under the instruction of the flight control system to ensure dynamic response of the attack mode.
[0051] As Figure 2 shown, a new multi-functional warhead charge conversion method includes the following steps:
[0052] S1. Design of Multi-functional Charge Module and Fuse System 4
[0053] Charge Module Integration: Integrate the penetration charge module, shallow penetration charge module, fragmentation charge module, and fixed charge module 3 inside the warhead through the charge switching compartment 1. Each module adopts an independent encapsulation design to ensure structural stability during rapid switching.
[0054] Fuse System 4 Configuration: The fuse system 4 is linked with each charge module. The long-delay trigger mechanism corresponds to the penetration charge module, and the short-delay trigger mechanism corresponds to the shallow penetration and fragmentation charge modules. Fast transmission of mode instructions is achieved through the circuit interface.
[0055] S2. Flight Control and Target Recognition
[0056] The flight control system conducts real-time detection of the target through the sensor system to calculate the best explosion method;
[0057] S2.1. Target Recognition and Data Acquisition. During the flight, the sensor system will conduct real-time detection of the target and transmit back the specific information of the target, including the armor thickness, hull material, target size, and target surface type of the target;
[0058] S2.2. Intelligent Algorithm and Attack Mode Selection. The flight control system will combine the data of the sensor system, use the preset intelligent algorithm to analyze the target type, decide whether to switch the charge mode, and adjust the fuse delay time according to the target protection characteristics;
[0059] S2.3. Explosion Mode Selection. Through the data of the sensor system, the flight control system can select the corresponding explosion mode when approaching the target;
[0060] S3. Execution of Explosion Mode and Achievement of Effect
[0061] Deep penetration mode: When the target is a thick-armored ship, the penetrating charge module is activated, the fuse delay time is set to long delay, and the warhead explodes internally after penetrating the armor to destroy the core structure.
[0062] Shallow penetration mode: When facing a thin-armored target, the shallow penetration charge module is triggered, and a short delay detonation generates a surface shock wave to damage external equipment.
[0063] Fragmentation killing mode: For light targets or personnel killing scenarios, the fragmentation charge module explodes, and high-speed fragments cover the surface of the target to achieve large-scale damage.
[0064] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention and are not intended to limit them. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the preferred embodiments, those of ordinary skill in the art should understand that they can still modify or equivalently replace the technical solutions of the present invention, and these modifications or equivalent replacements cannot make the modified technical solutions deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the present invention.
Claims
1. A novel multi-functional warhead charge conversion method, characterized in that: Through the coordinated action of the multi-functional charge module, intelligent fuze system, flight control system and sensor system integrated in the warhead, dynamic adaptation to different target characteristics is achieved, specifically including the following steps: S1. Design of multi-functional charge module and fuze system Design the multi-functional charge module arranged inside the warhead. The multi-functional charge module includes a fixed charge module and a selectable charge module. The selectable charge module includes a penetration charge module, a shallow penetration charge module and a fragmentation charge module; S2. Flight control and target recognition The flight control system detects the target in real time through the sensor system, so as to calculate the optimal detonation method; S2.
1. Target recognition and data acquisition During the flight, the sensor system will detect the target in real time and transmit the specific information of the target, including the armor thickness, hull material, target size and target surface type of the target; S2.
2. Intelligent algorithm and attack mode selection The flight control system will combine the data of the sensor system, use the preset intelligent algorithm to analyze the target type, decide whether to switch the charge mode, and adjust the fuze delay time according to the target protection characteristics; S2.
3. Detonation mode selection Through the data of the sensor system, the flight control system can select the corresponding detonation mode when approaching the target; S3. Execution of detonation mode and realization of effect The fuze system triggers the corresponding charge module and fuze delay time according to the selected detonation mode to realize the deep penetration mode, shallow penetration mode and fragmentation killing mode.
2. A novel multi-functional warhead charge conversion method according to claim 1, characterized in that: The penetration charge module is wrapped with high-energy explosive and strengthened steel, and is used to penetrate thick armor targets and detonate inside the target.
3. A novel multi-functional warhead charge conversion method according to claim 1, characterized in that: The shallow penetration charge module uses medium-power explosive and is used to generate shock waves on the surface of weak armor or targets with weak protection to destroy the external structure.
4. A novel multi-functional warhead charge conversion method according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fragmentation charge module uses high-explosive and an explosive separation structure, and is used to generate high-speed fragments to achieve extensive killing of light targets or external facilities.
5. A novel multi-functional warhead charge conversion method according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fuze system includes a long-delay triggering mechanism and a short-delay triggering mechanism. The penetration charge module combined with the long-delay triggering mechanism corresponds to the deep penetration mode. The shallow penetration charge module and the fragmentation charge module are respectively combined with the short-delay triggering mechanism to correspond to the shallow penetration mode and the fragmentation killing mode.
6. A novel multi-functional warhead charge conversion method according to claim 1, characterized in that: The warhead adopts a modular structure, integrates each charge module through a charge switching compartment, and realizes rapid module switching through the command of the flight control system.
7. A novel multi-functional warhead charge conversion method according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sensor includes at least one of a radar, an infrared sensor and an optical sensor, and is used to detect target parameters in real time and feedback them to the flight control system.
8. A novel multi-functional warhead charge conversion method according to claim 1, characterized in that: The intelligent algorithm presets a target type database and can automatically match the deep penetration mode, shallow penetration mode or fragmentation killing mode according to the armor thickness threshold.