Grenade Launcher System
GRENADE LAUNCHER
SYSTEM
Grenade Launcher System
GUNThe Moog
TURRET
SYSTEM_
Grenade Launcher System (GLS) is an electromechanically controlled, dual-axis drive mechanism for positioning two grenade discharge racks at
four discrete elevation angles, corresponding to desired firing ranges. Each discharge rack contains six grenades and allows the operator to individually deploy a combination of smoke and/or non-lethal blunt trauma and distraction grenades at distances up to 100 meters. The motor controller and discharge rack
drive sub-assemblies are mounted to the existing Remote Weapon Station (RWS) structure. Although the sub-assemblies are common, each side interfaces
to the vehicle with unique left or right adapter brackets. The launcher assembly is designed to be modular and adaptable to facilitate a variety of platforms.
The GLS operator interface includes a Fire Control Panel (FCP) located inside the vehicle that connects with the RWS via Ethernet. The FCP provides launcher
and grenade status for both discharge racks. Power and communication to/from the internal FCP and external motor controller/launch electronics are via
circuits in the existing RWS slip-ring. The FCP communicates the elevation command via CAN bus to the MC 100D motor controller which provides position
loop closure for each of the discharge rack drive motors.
Specifications
Elevation Stroke Range
0 – 82˚
Elevation Velocity
45˚/sec
Stabilization Accuracy
±1˚, vehicle disturbance inputs
Weight
195 lb total
LAUNCHER BLOCK DIAGRAM
INSIDE THE VEHICLE
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
CIRCUIT CARD ASSY
VEHICLE POWER
DISCHARGER
PWR CONDITIONING
CAN / 422 for MC
POWER
MTR PWR
MOTOR
SLIPRING
FIRING
CONTROL PANEL
POWER
MOTOR
CONTROLLER
GYRO & ENC SIG
CAN / 422 & POWER
POWER
MTR SIG
GYROS & LOAD
ENCODERS
CAN/422 for MC
MTR SIG
MOTOR
CAN/422 for GL
MTR PWR
DISCHARGER
HATCH INTERLOCK
POWER for GL
CAN/422 for GL
EXISTING EQUIPMENT
FIRE CONTROL PANEL (FCP):
Provides operator interface for selecting
discharge rack, aiming and fire control.
DIGITAL DUAL-AXIS
CONTROLLER:
Brushless motor controller to provide
torque, velocity and position loop
closure. Accepts commands from any
fire control system, in either digital
or analog format, and interfaces with
control handle.
CIRCUIT CARD ASSY
MOOG SUPPLIED
DISCHARGE RACKS:
ENCODERS:
Each discharge rack contains six barrels
for use with multi-purpose 66mm
ammunition.
Provides high resolution
repeatable position sensing.
GYROS:
Provides high precision
stabilized accuracy
and control.
LOCATIONS
Argentina
Australia
Austria
Brazil
Canada
China
Finland
France
Germany
India
Ireland
Italy
Japan
Luxembourg
Netherlands
Norway
Philippines
Russia
Singapore
South Africa
South Korea
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
United Arab Emirates
United Kingdom
United States
www.moog.com
© 2 0 11 Moog, Inc. All rights reser ved.
P r o d uct and compan y names listed are trade m a r k s o r t r a d e n a m e s o f t h e i r r e s p e c t i v e c o m p a n i e s .
Form 500-776 1211