Mobile Directional Fragmentation Weapon for Remote Ground Attack
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Solution Overview
Problem
Directional fragmentation weapons, such as the M18 Claymore Mine, are typically stationary and limited to close-range engagements, lacking mobility and remote control capabilities for precision and extended range operations.
Innovation Solution
An autonomous unmanned wheeled vehicle system integrating a directional fragmentation weapon (DFW) with a motorized wheeled assembly, control module, and wireless communication, enabling remote control and navigation for enemy engagement at near and medium ranges up to 6 km.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a directional fragmentation weapon is made stationary for defense of manned positions, then reliability of weapon function is improved, but mobility and engagement range are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transforms the stationary DFW into a dynamic mobile platform by integrating it with a motorized wheeled assembly. The vehicle chassis formed by the DFW can now move independently across terrain, transitioning from a fixed defensive position to a mobile attack platform capable of reaching medium-range targets up to 6 km away while maintaining its fragmentation weapon function.
Solution Approach 2:
The system combines multiple functions into a single platform: the DFW provides the fragmentation weapon capability, the motorized wheeled assembly provides mobility and terrain traversal, and the control module with wireless transmitter/receiver provides remote operation. This multi-functional integration resolves the contradiction by making the weapon both mobile and reliably functional.
2Speed
If a directional fragmentation weapon is equipped with motorized wheeled assembly for mobility, then engagement range is extended to medium range, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the DFW, motorized wheeled assembly, control module, and wireless communication system into a single integrated vehicle platform. The DFW serves as both the weapon and the vehicle chassis, reducing the need for separate mounting structures. This consolidation extends engagement range to medium distance while managing system complexity through functional integration.
3Measurement precision
If remote control capability is added to the directional fragmentation weapon, then precision firepower is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The control module acts as an intermediary between the operator and the DFW, providing wireless transmission and reception capabilities. This allows precise remote operation of the vehicle and weapon without requiring direct physical connection, enhancing precision firepower while managing control system complexity through modular wireless communication architecture.
4Adaptability or versatility
If the directional fragmentation weapon is made autonomous for independent operation, then tactical effectiveness in denied environments is enhanced, but extent of automation increases system complexity
Solution Approach 1:
The vehicle is designed to operate autonomously in militarily denied environments without requiring continuous human intervention. The integrated system can navigate, position, and engage targets independently, with the control module enabling remote operation when needed. This self-service capability enhances tactical effectiveness in hostile environments while using automation only when necessary.
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AI summary
An anti-personnel autonomous vehicle (AGAR) system has a chassis formed by a directional fragmentation weapon (DFW). An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) assembly is engaged to the DFW, the UAV assembly having a plurality of wheel and motor units positioned to provide balanced wheel and motor on the DFW. A control module integrated in the UAV assembly has a wireless transmitter/receiver communicating with a remote controller.