US4155286A
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Wedge clamp for missile launcher
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1977-12-01
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Granted: 1979-05-22
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Expires: 1997-12-01
Abstract
Abstract An adjustable clamp for a missile launcher system having a pair of semi-resilient wedge members which fit between the missile hanger lugs and launcher rail and are drawn into the gap by means of a pair of plate members and a pair of bolts. The Teflon wedges fill the gap between the missile hanger lugs and the launcher rail and reduce vibration during captive flight and protect the rails against damage.
Inventors
- 👤 John J. Mihm
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-29 09:09
CPC Classifications
F; F41; F41F; F41F3/00; F41F3/04; F41F3/0406
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
78 words
In combination with a missile launch system having the missile supported by means of a plurality of T-shaped hangers on a rail member supported on an aircraft; an apparatus for reducing vibration in the missile launch system during captive flight of the missile, comprising: a pair of elongated semi-resilient members positioned between each of the T-shaped hangers and the rail member; means for wedging the elongated members into the space between the hanger members and the rail member.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
78 words
In combination with a missile launch system having the missile supported by means of a plurality of T-shaped hangers on a rail member supported on an aircraft; an apparatus for reducing vibration in the missile launch system during captive flight of the missile, comprising: a pair of elongated semi-resilient members positioned between each of the T-shaped hangers and the rail member; means for wedging the elongated members into the space between the hanger members and the rail member.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
112 words
The device as recited in claim 1 wherein said means for wedging the elongated members into the space between the hanger members and the rail member includes an elongated plate member adjacent each of the elongated semi-resilient members; a first bolt passing through the plate members and the elongated semi-resilient members on one end of each hanger; a second bolt passing through the plate members and the elongated semi-resilient members on the end of each hanger remote from the first bolt; and means threaded onto each bolt for drawing the plate members toward each other to thereby wedge the elongated members into the space between the hanger members and the rail member.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
17 words
The device as recited in claim 2 wherein said means threaded onto the bolts are self-locking nuts.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
23 words
The device as recited in claim 2 wherein said elongated semi-resilient members are made of a high temperature, low coefficient of friction material.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
15 words
The device as recited in claim 4 wherein said semi-resilient members are made of polytetrafluoroethylene.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1982-05-21 | 1982-11-20 | 1983-05-22 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1986-05-21 | 1986-11-20 | 1987-05-22 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1990-05-21 | 1990-11-20 | 1991-05-22 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |