Detonation-Driven Magnetic Field Compressor for Missile EMP
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional electromagnetic systems for disrupting electronic components are inadequate for modern, highly integrated electronic systems due to insufficient field strengths and unsuitability for mobile applications, such as missiles or UAVs, where space and energy constraints are significant.
Innovation Solution
An electromagnetic mobile active system with a detonation-driven magnetic field compressor, featuring a stator coil, armature shell, and explosive charge, generates high electrical energy through detonation, directed via a directional antenna, allowing for targeted electromagnetic interference.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Duration of action of stationary object
If conventional Marx generators are used for electromagnetic disruption, then continuous operation is enabled, but field strength is insufficient to permanently destroy hardened electronic components
Solution Approach 1:
The system uses periodic pulsed operation with capacitor banks that are charged during intervals and discharged in high-power pulses during detonation events, enabling both continuous operational capability and high peak field strength when needed
Solution Approach 2:
The system changes operational parameters by switching between low-power continuous charging mode and high-power pulsed discharge mode, with the detonation trigger initiating extreme parameter changes that generate sufficient field strength to destroy hardened electronics while maintaining continuous operational readiness
2Duration of action of stationary object
If conventional Marx generators are used for electromagnetic disruption, then continuous operation is enabled, but space requirements are too large for mobile platforms
Solution Approach 1:
The system segments the electromagnetic generation function into separate components: capacitor banks for energy storage, detonation charges for energy release, and coil assemblies for field generation. This segmentation allows compact integration in mobile platforms while maintaining continuous operational capability through rechargeable capacitors
Solution Approach 2:
The system replaces conventional mechanical Marx generator structures with a chemically-driven detonation system that uses explosive energy to generate the electromagnetic pulse, dramatically reducing the physical space required while enabling both continuous and high-power operation
3Power
If explosive-based magnetic field compression is used, then high electromagnetic pulse is generated, but practical military use is not possible
Solution Approach 1:
The system introduces dynamic control through the trigger mechanism that can be activated at specific moments during missile flight or combat scenarios, and through the directional antenna that dynamically steers the electromagnetic energy toward targeted threats, enabling practical military application
Solution Approach 2:
The system introduces intermediate control elements including the trigger mechanism that bridges the explosive energy source and the electromagnetic generation, and the directional antenna that mediates between the generated energy and the target, making the system controllable and adaptable for military use
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The system effectively disrupts or destroys electronic components at varying distances, suitable for mobile platforms, with controlled collateral damage and adaptable to different targets, offering a non-lethal or low-lethal option for military applications.
Implementation Method 1
detonation-driven magnetic field compressor
Implementation Method 2
The explosive charge is detonated in order to change the magnetic field in the stator coil, so that a high level of electrical energy is generated in the coil
Implementation Method 3
A directional antenna is provided for the directed emission of the electrical energy generated by the detonation of the explosive charge
Data Source
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AI summary
An electromagnetic mobile weapon system (100) for installation in a missile is described, comprising a detonation-operated magnetic field compressor (101). The magnetic field compressor has at least one stator coil (102). Furthermore, the magnetic field compressor has at least one armature housing (103). The armature housing is at least partially surrounded by the stator coil and radially spaced from it. The magnetic field compressor also has at least one explosive charge. The explosive charge is embedded in the armature housing. More precisely, the explosive charge is at least largely surrounded by the armature housing. The magnetic field compressor has at least one power source. A trigger system (106) is further provided for activating the detonation of the explosive charge. The trigger system is controllable by a current pulse from the power source, depending on a signal supplied by the missile.The detonation generates a high level of electrical energy in the stator coil. The system includes at least one directional antenna for the directed radiation of the electrical energy generated by the detonation of the explosive charge.