Ducommun. has been granted a patent for a linkless ammunition handling system designed for medium caliber weapons. The system features dual magazines, flexible feed chutes, and interface units that facilitate the efficient conveyance of individual ammunition rounds to the gun feeder. GlobalData’s report on Ducommun gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Linkless ammunition handling system for medium caliber weapons
The patent US12050077B1 describes an advanced ammunition handling system specifically designed for medium caliber weapons. The system features a first magazine capable of storing multiple individual ammunition rounds, which is connected to a first magazine interface unit. This unit facilitates the transfer of ammunition to a flexible feed chute subassembly, which includes a magazine turnaround unit and a gun turnaround unit. The design incorporates a first element belt that operates in a closed loop, allowing for the efficient conveyance of ammunition from the magazine to the gun interface unit and ultimately to the gun feeder. Notably, the flexible feed chute subassembly can be removed without disrupting the element belt, enhancing the system's usability and maintenance.
Additionally, the patent outlines a second magazine and corresponding interface units that mirror the functionality of the first, allowing for dual magazine operation. The system's design includes features such as a ladder chain assembly within the magazine, which propels ammunition rounds while controlling their movement in multiple degrees of freedom. The magazine also incorporates a case rim guide and a load zone for easy access and loading of ammunition. The innovative design of the element belt, which consists of links that securely retain ammunition rounds, further contributes to the system's efficiency. Overall, this patent presents a comprehensive solution for ammunition handling that emphasizes flexibility, ease of maintenance, and operational efficiency in military applications.
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