Jul 29, 2025

US12372333 - Inflatable ballistic shield device

An inflatable ballistic shield device is provided. The device is preferably comprised of at least three ballistic panels and an inflatable bladder. When not in use, the device can be stored in an uninflated, folded configuration. When in use, the bladder can be rapidly inflated, which unfolds the ballistic panels and forms the device into a rigid ballistic shield.

Inventors: Tom Milo
Filing date: 2024-01-18

The patent describes an inflatable ballistic shield device that features multiple ballistic panels and an inflatable bladder, allowing it to be compactly stored when not in use. Upon inflation, the device rapidly transforms into a rigid shield, enhancing its protective capabilities.

Claim 1

An inflatable ballistic shield device comprising: a body comprised of a front surface and a rear surface comprised of a strap; a shield ballistic insert sandwiched within the body between the front and rear surfaces; and an inflatable bladder comprised of a valve; and wherein the bladder is sandwiched within the body between the front and rear surfaces and behind the shield ballistic insert; and wherein the front surface of the body comprises a magnetic fastener. a body comprised of a front surface and a rear surface comprised of a strap; a shield ballistic insert sandwiched within the body between the front and rear surfaces; and an inflatable bladder comprised of a valve; and wherein the bladder is sandwiched within the body between the front and rear surfaces and behind the shield ballistic insert; and wherein the front surface of the body comprises a magnetic fastener.

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