Patent ID: 8418619
Filing Date: 2013-04-16
Classification: F41J,F42B

Abstract:
1. A kinematic countermeasure housing comprising: a generally tubular countermeasure housing having a closed forward end, an open aft end, and an interior wall, the closed forward end and interior wall forming an interior of the housing; a nose weight integrated with the interior housing wall having a forward end and an aft end; the forward end affixed to the interior wall at the forward end of the housing; a retaining bead integrated with the interior housing wall and disposed generally circumferentially about the interior wall of the housing; said retaining bead adjacent the aft end of the nose weight and protruding into the interior of the housing such that the retaining bead holds the nose weight in place; and at least one longitudinal rib for bonding with a propellant, the at least one rib integrated with the interior housing wall and protruding into the housing interior.