Patent ID: 7389718
Filing Date: 2008-06-24
Classification: F41H

Abstract:
1. A versatile ballistic blanket, comprising: an outer pliable blanket housing having an outer surface and an inner surface, and which forms a generally closed interior area, the outer housing being relatively thin compared to the length and width of the outer housing; a non-rigid inner housing disposed in the interior area of the outer housing and generally surrounded by the outer housing; a ballistic core contained within the inner housing and comprising high performance fibers selected from the group including a high molecular weight polyethylene material, an aramid fiber, a combination of high performance fibers, or a non-woven thermoplastic composite; the outer housing including a perimeter and including a series of straps disposed around the perimeter of the outer housing; a series of spaced apart grommets formed in the straps disposed around the perimeter of the outer housing; a series of handles secured to the outer housing and spaced around portions of the outer housing; a plurality of fasteners secured to the outer housing for fastening to other structures and securing the ballistic blanket to other structures; and a carrying panel for carrying devices and paraphernalia secured to the outer surface of the outer housing.