Apparatus and method for launching a vehicle

Details Apparatus and method for launching a vehicle Apparatus and method for launching a vehicle

2006-02-23

2009-02-03

Hayes, Bret (Department: 3641)

Ordnance

Rocket launching

Having tubular guide means

C124S061000, C124S073000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07484450

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for launching a vehicle includes a bag and an inflator in fluid communication with the bag, the inflator configured to generate a gas to inflate the bag. The apparatus is operable to launch the vehicle. A method for launching a vehicle includes the step of providing an apparatus for launching the vehicle, the apparatus comprising a bag and an inflator in fluid communication with the bag. The method further includes the step of activating the inflator, such that a gas flows from the inflator, and the step of inflating the bag with the gas to launch the vehicle.

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