Eight-shot cluster launcher for small-sized patrol ammunition

By using a motor-driven bevel gear meshing system and a hydraulic propulsion system, combined with a belly-mounted vehicle, the small loitering munition launcher can achieve 360° rotation and pitch adjustment, solving the problem of inconvenient operation of the existing system and improving the applicability and stability of the launcher.

CN224163090UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-24BEIJING ANGFEI TECH CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
BEIJING ANGFEI TECH CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-06-17
Publication Date
2026-04-24

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Technical Problem

Existing small loitering munition launch systems require manual adjustment or replacement of the launch system to adapt to different terrains and airspaces, resulting in operational inconvenience.

Method used

The system employs an electric motor-driven bevel gear meshing system and a hydraulic thruster to achieve 360° rotation and pitch adjustment of the eight-shot launcher. Combined with the mobility of the belly-mounted vehicle, this enhances the launcher's flexibility and stability.

Benefits of technology

It enables convenient adjustment of the small loitering munition launcher in different terrains and airspaces, improves operational efficiency and launch stability, and reduces manual intervention.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of small-sized patrolling ammunition launching, and particularly relates to an eight-shot cluster launcher for small-sized patrolling ammunitions, which comprises an upper panel, the bottom of the upper panel is fixedly connected with a bellyband vehicle, the top of the bellyband vehicle is fixedly connected with a connecting seat, and the inner side of the connecting seat is rotatably connected with a rotating rod. The second bevel gear is driven to rotate through the control motor, the rotating rod is driven to rotate through the meshing relation between the second bevel gear and the first bevel gear, and at the moment, the top end of the rotating rod can drive the eight-continuous-shot launching frame installed above the rotating platform cover to conduct 360-degree all-dimensional adjustment; therefore, the direction of the eight-shot launching frame can be adjusted in time through the rotating platform cover rotating by 360 degrees, upwind take-off is guaranteed, an electric push rod pushes a rotating seat, and at the moment, a single-lug connecting ring rotationally connected with the rotating seat drives the eight-shot launching frame to adjust the pitching angle; therefore, the limitation of terrain and airspace on the small-sized patrolling ammunition on the eight-running-shot launching frame is reduced.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of small loitering munition launch technology, specifically relating to an eight-round cluster launcher for small loitering munitions. Background Technology

[0002] The eight-round cluster launcher for small loitering munitions is a launch device designed to improve combat efficiency, achieve rapid response and saturation strike. The eight-round design means that the launcher can launch eight small loitering munitions simultaneously or rapidly in succession to achieve cluster attack and improve combat efficiency. The launcher itself does not directly participate in guidance, but should be compatible with the guidance system of the loitering munition to ensure that the launched loitering munition can accurately receive commands and execute missions.

[0003] Currently, existing vehicle-mounted launcher systems for small loitering munitions typically use a fixed launch angle. However, traditional small loitering munition launch systems require adjustment of the launch angle due to terrain and airspace limitations, depending on the actual functional requirements. For example, the launch angle is approximately 30°-50° in open areas, but in mountainous regions or smaller airspaces, the launch angle needs to be increased or the launch needs to be vertical. Therefore, easily adjustable launcher angles can effectively improve applicability. However, conventional small loitering munition launch systems require manual adjustment by the operator or replacement with a new launch system, which is very inconvenient for operators. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide an eight-round cluster launcher for small loitering munitions. This addresses the problem that existing vehicle-mounted launcher systems for small loitering munitions typically use a fixed launch angle. However, traditional small loitering munition launch systems require adjustment of the launch angle due to terrain and airspace limitations, depending on the actual functional requirements. For example, the launch angle is approximately 30°-50° in open areas, but increases or even becomes vertical in mountainous regions or confined airspace. Therefore, a conveniently adjustable launcher angle for small loitering munitions can effectively improve applicability. However, conventional small loitering munition launch systems require manual adjustment or replacement of the launch system, causing significant inconvenience for operators.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: an eight-shot cluster launcher for small loitering munitions, including an upper panel, a belly-mounted vehicle fixedly connected to the bottom of the upper panel, a connecting seat fixedly connected to the top of the belly-mounted vehicle, and a rotating rod rotatably connected to the inner side of the connecting seat.

[0006] A rotating platform cover is fixedly connected to the top of the rotating rod, a connecting frame is fixedly connected to the top of the rotating platform cover, a double-ear connecting ring is fixedly connected to the bottom inner side of the connecting frame, an electric push rod is rotatably connected to the top of the double-ear connecting ring, a rotating seat is fixedly connected to the output end of the electric push rod, an eight-shot firing frame is rotatably connected to the inner side of the connecting frame, and a single-ear connecting ring is fixedly connected to the bottom of the eight-shot firing frame.

[0007] As a preferred embodiment of the eight-shot cluster launcher for small loitering munitions of this utility model, the end of the rotating base away from the electric push rod forms a rotating connection structure with the single-ear connecting ring.

[0008] As a preferred embodiment of the eight-shot cluster launcher for small loitering munitions of this utility model, one end of the rotating rod is fixedly connected to a first bevel gear, a motor is installed on the inner bottom of the connecting seat, and the output end of the motor is fixedly connected to a second bevel gear.

[0009] In a preferred embodiment of the eight-round cluster launcher for small loitering munitions according to this invention, the first bevel gear and the second bevel gear mesh with each other.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment of the eight-shot cluster launcher for small loitering munitions of this utility model, the end of the rotating rod away from the rotating platform cover is connected to the bottom of the inner side of the connecting seat through a bearing to form a rotating connection structure.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of the eight-round cluster launcher for small loitering munitions according to this utility model, a fixed frame is welded to the bottom of the upper panel, a hydraulic thruster is installed at the end of the fixed frame, and a lifting support frame is connected to the output end of the hydraulic thruster.

[0012] As a preferred embodiment of the eight-round cluster launcher for small loitering munitions of this utility model, the hydraulic thrusters and lifting support frames are provided in four sets, and the four sets of hydraulic thrusters and lifting support frames are located at the four corners of the upper panel.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0014] By controlling the motor to drive the second bevel gear to rotate, the meshing relationship between the second bevel gear and the first bevel gear drives the rotating rod to rotate. At this time, the top of the rotating rod will drive the eight-shot launch frame installed on the rotating platform cover to perform 360° all-round adjustment. Thus, the rotating platform cover can adjust the position of the eight-shot launch frame in time through 360° rotation, ensuring takeoff against the wind. At the same time, the electric push rod pushes the rotating seat, and the single-ear connecting ring connected to it will drive the eight-shot launch frame to adjust the pitch angle, thereby reducing the terrain and airspace restrictions on the small loitering munitions on the eight-shot launch frame.

[0015] By using a vehicle-mounted trolley to drive the top eight-round launch frame, it is easier to adjust and move in special environments compared to a vehicle-mounted launcher. Furthermore, with hydraulic thrusters and lifting support frames installed at the four corners of the top plate, after the trolley moves the eight-round launch frame to the designated position, the hydraulic thrusters drive the lifting support frames to descend, making them contact the ground and providing auxiliary support, thereby improving the stability of the small loitering munition during launch. Attached Figure Description

[0016] The accompanying drawings are provided to further illustrate the present invention and form part of the specification. They are used together with the embodiments of the present invention to explain the present invention, but do not constitute a limitation thereof. In the drawings:

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the main structure of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the main disassembly structure of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the main disassembled surface structure of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 4 This is an enlarged structural schematic diagram of the present invention.

[0021] In the diagram: 1. Top panel; 2. Abdominal belt cart; 3. Connecting seat; 4. Rotating rod; 5. First bevel gear; 6. Rotating platform cover; 7. Motor; 8. Second bevel gear; 9. Connecting frame; 10. Double-ear connecting ring; 11. Electric push rod; 12. Eight-shot firing frame; 13. Single-ear connecting ring; 14. Fixing frame; 15. Hydraulic thruster; 16. Lifting support frame; 17. Rotating seat. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0023] Please see Figures 1-4 The present invention provides the following technical solution: an eight-shot cluster launcher for small loitering munitions, including an upper panel 1, a belly-mounted vehicle 2 fixedly connected to the bottom of the upper panel 1, a connecting seat 3 fixedly connected to the top of the belly-mounted vehicle 2, and a rotating rod 4 rotatably connected to the inner side of the connecting seat 3.

[0024] A rotating platform cover 6 is fixedly connected to the top of the rotating rod 4. A connecting frame 9 is fixedly connected to the top of the rotating platform cover 6. A double-ear connecting ring 10 is fixedly connected to the bottom inner side of the connecting frame 9. An electric push rod 11 is rotatably connected to the top of the double-ear connecting ring 10. A rotating seat 17 is fixedly connected to the output end of the electric push rod 11. An eight-shot firing frame 12 is rotatably connected to the inner side of the connecting frame 9. A single-ear connecting ring 13 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the eight-shot firing frame 12.

[0025] Preferably, the end of the rotating seat 17 away from the electric push rod 11 forms a rotating connection structure with the single-ear connecting ring 13. One end of the rotating rod 4 is fixedly connected to the first bevel gear 5. The inner bottom of the connecting seat 3 is equipped with a motor 7. The output end of the motor 7 is fixedly connected to the second bevel gear 8. The first bevel gear 5 and the second bevel gear 8 mesh with each other. The end of the rotating rod 4 away from the rotating platform cover 6 forms a rotating connection structure with the inner bottom of the connecting seat 3 through a bearing.

[0026] In practical use, the motor 7 drives the second bevel gear 8 to rotate, and the meshing relationship between the second bevel gear 8 and the first bevel gear 5 drives the rotating rod 4 to rotate. At this time, the top of the rotating rod 4 will drive the eight-shot launch frame 12 installed on the rotating platform cover 6 to perform 360° all-round adjustment. Thus, the rotating platform cover 6 can adjust the position of the eight-shot launch frame 12 in time through 360° rotation to ensure takeoff against the wind. At the same time, the electric push rod 11 pushes the rotating seat 17, and the single-ear connecting ring 13 connected to it will drive the eight-shot launch frame 12 to adjust the pitch angle, thereby reducing the terrain and airspace restrictions on the small loitering munitions on the eight-shot launch frame 12.

[0027] It should be noted that the contact surfaces of the connecting frame 9 and the rotating platform cover 6 are fixed by welding, the double-ear connecting ring 10 is fixed with screws at the corresponding positions on the inner side of the connecting frame 9, and the double-ear connecting ring 10 is connected to the tail end of the electric push rod 11 by a pin.

[0028] Preferably, a fixing frame 14 is welded to the bottom of the upper panel 1, a hydraulic thruster 15 is installed at the end of the fixing frame 14, and a lifting support frame 16 is connected to the output end of the hydraulic thruster 15. Four sets of hydraulic thrusters 15 and lifting support frames 16 are provided, and the four sets of hydraulic thrusters 15 and lifting support frames 16 are located at the four corners of the upper panel 1.

[0029] In practical use, the top eight-round launch frame 12 is moved by the belly-mounted vehicle 2. Compared with the vehicle-mounted launcher, it can be adjusted more easily in special environments and is more convenient to move. Furthermore, with the hydraulic thrusters 15 and the lifting support frame 16 installed at the four corners of the top plate 1, after the belly-mounted vehicle 2 moves the eight-round launch frame 12 to the designated position, the hydraulic thrusters 15 drive the lifting support frame 16 to descend, so that it contacts the ground and can play an auxiliary support role, thereby improving the stability during the launch of the small loitering munition.

[0030] Working principle: First, the top eight-round launch frame 12 is moved by the tethered vehicle 2. Compared with a vehicle-mounted launcher, it is easier to adjust and move in special environments. Furthermore, the hydraulic thrusters 15 and lifting support frames 16 installed at the four corners of the top plate 1 allow the tethered vehicle 2 to move the eight-round launch frame 12 to the designated position. Then, the hydraulic thrusters 15 drive the lifting support frames 16 to descend, bringing them into contact with the ground for auxiliary support, thereby improving the stability of the small loitering munition during launch. Finally, the second bevel gear 8 is rotated by the control motor 7, utilizing... The meshing relationship between the second bevel gear 8 and the first bevel gear 5 drives the rotating rod 4 to rotate. At this time, the top of the rotating rod 4 will drive the eight-shot launch frame 12 installed on the rotating platform cover 6 to perform 360° all-round adjustment. Thus, the rotating platform cover 6 can adjust the position of the eight-shot launch frame 12 in time through 360° rotation to ensure takeoff against the wind. At the same time, the electric push rod 11 pushes the rotating seat 17. At this time, the single-ear connecting ring 13 connected to it will drive the eight-shot launch frame 12 to adjust the pitch angle, thereby reducing the terrain and airspace restrictions on the eight small loitering munitions on the eight-shot launch frame 12.

[0031] Finally, it should be noted that the above are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model and are not intended to limit the utility model. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. An eight-round cluster launcher for small loitering munitions, comprising an upper panel (1), characterized in that: The bottom of the upper panel (1) is fixedly connected to the abdominal belt cart (2), the top of the abdominal belt cart (2) is fixedly connected to the connecting seat (3), and the inner side of the connecting seat (3) is rotatably connected to the rotating rod (4). A rotating platform cover (6) is fixedly connected to the top of the rotating rod (4), a connecting frame (9) is fixedly connected to the top of the rotating platform cover (6), a double-ear connecting ring (10) is fixedly connected to the bottom inner side of the connecting frame (9), an electric push rod (11) is rotatably connected to the top of the double-ear connecting ring (10), a rotating seat (17) is fixedly connected to the output end of the electric push rod (11), an eight-shot firing frame (12) is rotatably connected to the inner side of the connecting frame (9), and a single-ear connecting ring (13) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the eight-shot firing frame (12).

2. The eight-round cluster launcher for small loitering munitions according to claim 1, characterized in that: The end of the rotating seat (17) away from the electric push rod (11) forms a rotating connection structure with the single-ear connecting ring (13).

3. An eight-round cluster launcher for small loitering munitions according to claim 1, characterized in that: One end of the rotating rod (4) is fixedly connected to a first bevel gear (5), a motor (7) is installed on the inner bottom of the connecting seat (3), and the output end of the motor (7) is fixedly connected to a second bevel gear (8).

4. An eight-round cluster launcher for small loitering munitions according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first bevel gear (5) meshes with the second bevel gear (8).

5. An eight-round cluster launcher for small loitering munitions according to claim 3, characterized in that: The end of the rotating rod (4) away from the rotating platform cover (6) is connected to the bottom of the inner side of the connecting seat (3) through a bearing to form a rotating connection structure.

6. An eight-round cluster launcher for small loitering munitions according to claim 1, characterized in that: A fixing frame (14) is welded to the bottom of the upper panel (1), and a hydraulic thruster (15) is installed at the end of the fixing frame (14). The output end of the hydraulic thruster (15) is connected to a lifting support frame (16).

7. An eight-round cluster launcher for small loitering munitions according to claim 6, characterized in that: The hydraulic thruster (15) and lifting support frame (16) are provided in four sets, and the four sets of hydraulic thruster (15) and lifting support frame (16) are located at the four corners of the upper panel (1).