MODULAR MULTI-SEAT VERTICAL-START SHIP LAUNCHER Russian patent published in 2010 - IPC F41F3/04 

FIELD: weapons.

SUBSTANCE: proposed launcher features guard bearing structure represents at least one container accommodating missiles in their standard position on launcher. Said container comprises interjointed detachable elements and can separate into top and bottom barrels, moving relative each other and interjointed via detachable elements that form preset vertical clearance, after mounting the launcher aboard the ship. Aforesaid clearance, on container outer side, is closed by sealing enclosure made from elastic material. Said enclosure is split-jointed onto top and bottom barrels. Container is jointed to top and bottom bases of the launcher to form a tight chamber, after launcher is mounted on the ship, that communicates with ship fire fighting systems, those of water drainage and exhaust ventilation. Launcher equipment and hardware are arranged both inside base housings and guard structure and outside them.

EFFECT: higher operating performances, compact design and simplified mounting.

7 cl, 10 dwg