US12422233 - Penetrator, use of a penetrator, projectile and cartridge ammunition

The patent describes a penetrator designed for sub-caliber kinetic energy projectiles, featuring a terminal-ballistic body with a longitudinal hole for accommodating an insert part that allows for the passage of an electrical or electronic line. This design aims to enhance the penetrator’s effectiveness against armored targets by integrating electronic components within its structure.

Claim 1

1. A penetrator for a projectile, comprising: a terminal-ballistic body for attacking an armored target, wherein a hole is formed in the body, which extends along or parallel to the central longitudinal axis of the body entirely or along a predominant portion of the length of the body, wherein at least one exactly fitting insert part is introduced into the hole, which has a through-opening extending along or parallel to the central longitudinal axis of the insert part, and wherein an electrical or electronic line is guided through the through-opening. wherein a hole is formed in the body, which extends along or parallel to the central longitudinal axis of the body entirely or along a predominant portion of the length of the body, wherein at least one exactly fitting insert part is introduced into the hole, which has a through-opening extending along or parallel to the central longitudinal axis of the insert part, and wherein an electrical or electronic line is guided through the through-opening.

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