Anti-fratricide apparatus and method

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1993-11-23

1995-09-05

Gregory, Bernarr E.

Communications: directive radio wave systems and devices (e.g.,

Radar transponder system

Iff or sif

342 42, 342 44, G01S 1378

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H00014885

ABSTRACT:
A method of and an apparatus for positively identifying the vehicles, troops, and landmarks of friendly forces to reduce or eliminate the threat of fratricide includes a light display comprising a plurality of flexible electroluminescent panels which are conformable with and affixable to visible outer surface of friendly or noncombatant vehicles, troop helmets, or landmarks. Each of the panels is electrically energized and modulated under computer control to provide various combinations of pattern display, color, intensity, and activation times to transmit a desired identification code.

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