Separate Reflector Unit for Electromagnetic Pulse Targeting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing active devices for non-lethal combat using electromagnetic pulses face challenges in maintaining consistent reflection properties for targeting, as the parachute's shape affects both aerodynamic behavior and reflection efficiency, making it difficult to decouple these factors.
Innovation Solution
Incorporating a separate, aerodynamically favorable reflector unit that is electrically conductive and designed to direct electromagnetic pulses independently of the parachute's shape, allowing for flexible reflection properties without compromising aerodynamics, and featuring a modular source unit with adjustable emission parameters.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If the parachute surface is used as the reflector for electromagnetic pulses, then the device structure is simple, but the reflection properties change with aerodynamic conditions and cannot be independently controlled
Solution Approach 1:
The device separates the reflector function from the parachute surface by introducing a dedicated reflector unit with electrically conductive material. This segmentation allows the reflector to be independently designed and positioned, enabling controlled reflection properties without being constrained by parachute aerodynamic requirements.
Solution Approach 2:
The reflector functionality is extracted from the parachute surface and implemented as a separate reflector unit. This extraction enables the reflection properties to be independently optimized and adjusted without affecting the parachute's aerodynamic performance or overall device structure.
2Reliability
If the parachute shape is altered to improve reflection properties, then the reflection efficiency improves, but the aerodynamic behavior and overall movement of the device is affected
Solution Approach 1:
By separating the reflector into an independent unit, the invention allows optimization of reflection efficiency without compromising aerodynamic performance. The reflector unit can be specifically designed for electromagnetic pulse reflection while the parachute maintains its optimized aerodynamic shape for stable descent.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a separate reflector unit is added to decouple reflection properties from parachute shape, then reflection properties can be controlled independently, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The reflector unit serves multiple functions: it provides controlled electromagnetic pulse reflection, can be positioned to target specific directions, and maintains aerodynamic compatibility. This multi-functionality justifies the additional component by delivering enhanced versatility in reflection control.
4Device complexity
If the parachute acts as both aerodynamic device and reflector, then the device structure is simplified, but the reflection properties depend on aerodynamic conditions and cannot be independently adjusted
Solution Approach 1:
The invention segments the reflector function into a separate unit with electrically conductive material, enabling consistent and reliable reflection properties that are independent of parachute aerodynamic variations. This ensures stable electromagnetic pulse reflection throughout the device's operation.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables precise and effective targeting by maintaining aerodynamic efficiency while ensuring consistent and focused electromagnetic pulse delivery, capable of disrupting electronic targets over extended periods.
Implementation Method 1
a reflector unit 6, separate from a parachute surface 5 of the parachute 3 in a falling operating position with the parachute 3 open, which is designed to reflect electromagnetic pulses emitted by the source unit 2 in the direction of a target
Implementation Method 2
a source unit 2, attached to connecting lines 4 of the parachute 3, for emitting the electromagnetic pulses
Data Source
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AI summary
A device for engaging a target by means of electromagnetic pulses, comprising a source unit (2, 2a, 2b) designed to emit the pulses and a parachute (3, 3a, 3b) to which the source unit (2, 2a, 2b) is attached, wherein the device (1, 1a, 1b, 1c, 1d, 1e, 1f) additionally comprises a reflector unit (6, 6a, 6b, 6c, 6d, 6e) arranged separately from a parachute surface (5, 5a, 5b) of the parachute in a falling operating position with the parachute (3, 3a, 3b) open, which is designed to reflect electromagnetic pulses emitted by the source unit (2, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e) in the direction of the target.