INTEGRATED SYSTEM FOR SPACING AND ORIENTATION OF AN ARRAY OF OBJECTS

摘要

An integrated spacing and orientation control system is provided for carrying an array of objects and maintaining a predetermined orientation of the objects and a predetermined spacing between objects in a grid-like fashion. In a presently preferred application, the spacing and orientation system carries an array of shaped charge munitions (42) for clearing a path through a minefield. The invention deploys the antimine munitions (42) in a downwardly pointed orientation with proper spacing between munitions, even when the array of munitions is deployed using rocket motors. The system can also be used for the orientation of lights or antennas.