Mar 31, 2026

US12590783 - Forward-fighting position ballistic shield device

A forward-fighting ballistic shield device is provided. The device is comprised of a ballistic shield device that can function as both a ground-deployed and a carried shield to protect against ballistic blast and fragmentation impacts. The device comprises an aluminum frame attached to a ballistic panel with a polyurethane coating, along with an adjustable telescopic leg secured by a locking mechanism for stability when deployed. A tether further ensures the leg maintains the desired angle, while a fastener secures it parallel to the frame when carried. Additionally, deployable straps with grommets enable staking the device to the ground for enhanced stability. The device further features a rapidly inflatable ballistic panel with an inflatable bladder, capable of being manually or gas-inflated via a canister. The bladder may be reinforced with tensile members or foam-core and absorbs and distributes impact forces.

Inventors: Thomas K Milo
Filing date: 2025-03-06

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The forward-fighting ballistic shield device features a dual-function design that allows it to be used as both a ground-deployed and carried shield, providing protection against ballistic threats. It includes an adjustable leg for stability, a tether to limit leg movement, and a rapidly inflatable ballistic panel for enhanced impact absorption.

Claim 1

1 . A forward-fighting ballistic shield device comprising: a ballistic panel; a frame attached to the ballistic panel; an angle-adjustable leg attached to the frame via a hinge; a tether attached to the angle-adjustable leg, wherein the tether is configured to limit movement of the angle-adjustable leg relative to the frame; an inflatable ballistic panel attached to a rear of the ballistic panel, wherein the inflatable ballistic panel comprises: a body made from a fabric material; an inflatable bladder located within the body; and a ballistic insert positioned in front of the inflatable bladder. a ballistic panel; a frame attached to the ballistic panel; an angle-adjustable leg attached to the frame via a hinge; a tether attached to the angle-adjustable leg, wherein the tether is configured to limit movement of the angle-adjustable leg relative to the frame; an inflatable ballistic panel attached to a rear of the ballistic panel, wherein the inflatable ballistic panel comprises: a body made from a fabric material; an inflatable bladder located within the body; and a ballistic insert positioned in front of the inflatable bladder. a body made from a fabric material; an inflatable bladder located within the body; and a ballistic insert positioned in front of the inflatable bladder.

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