EP1492992A1 - Device for protecting a vehicle roof - Google Patents

Device for protecting a vehicle roof

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EP1492992A1
EP1492992A1 EP03745817A EP03745817A EP1492992A1 EP 1492992 A1 EP1492992 A1 EP 1492992A1 EP 03745817 A EP03745817 A EP 03745817A EP 03745817 A EP03745817 A EP 03745817A EP 1492992 A1 EP1492992 A1 EP 1492992A1
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roof
protecting
vehicle
vehicle according
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Marc Chassillan
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Nexter Systems SA
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Giat Industries SA
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    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F41—WEAPONS
    • F41H—ARMOUR; ARMOURED TURRETS; ARMOURED OR ARMED VEHICLES; MEANS OF ATTACK OR DEFENCE, e.g. CAMOUFLAGE, IN GENERAL
    • F41H5/00—Armour; Armour plates
    • F41H5/06—Shields
    • F41H5/16—Shields for ordnance or tanks
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F41—WEAPONS
    • F41H—ARMOUR; ARMOURED TURRETS; ARMOURED OR ARMED VEHICLES; MEANS OF ATTACK OR DEFENCE, e.g. CAMOUFLAGE, IN GENERAL
    • F41H5/00—Armour; Armour plates
    • F41H5/06—Shields
    • F41H5/18—Rotating shields

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  • the technical sector of the present invention is that of mechanical and electromechanical systems, and more particularly the application of these systems on armored combat and security vehicles.
  • the present invention relates to a ballistic protection device applied to combat and security vehicles. Indeed, to cope with certain threats (hollow charge bombs, core-generating charges, kinetic projectiles) capable of penetrating large armor thicknesses, the only thickness of material
  • this shielding can be of a different nature: passive composite shielding or reactive shielding. It can be in the form of plates or bricks which are fixed to the roof of the vehicle. However, the roof of a combat vehicle, and in particular the roof of its turret, accommodates a certain number of equipment the mere presence of which prevents or complicates the integration of these armorings.
  • a first drawback in the protection technique currently used remains in the fact that the hatches allowing the crew access to the interior of the vehicle, are handled at the sole force of the crews. The increase in mass due to a shielding can prevent handling and lead to the adoption of costly and complex assistance devices for the opening and closing of said hatch.
  • the object of the present invention is to provide a protection device making it possible to obviate the above-mentioned drawbacks.
  • the subject of the invention is therefore a device for protecting the roof of an armored combat or security vehicle using at least one protective means, characterized in that it comprises a structure for receiving the means of protection, said structure being mounted articulated by rotation on a support integral with the roof to occupy an active protective position and a passive position in which it is separated.
  • the receiving structure is articulated relative to the roof by means of a bracket fixed to said roof.
  • the height of the bracket is provided so as to avoid any interference with the operational devices fixed to the roof of the vehicle.
  • the rotation of the receiving structure is ensured manually and / or using a motorization means.
  • the device comprises a means such as a spring, a counterweight, a gas under pressure, a battery, a capacity or an equivalent system for storing part of the energy necessary for the passage from the passive position to the position active.
  • a means such as a spring, a counterweight, a gas under pressure, a battery, a capacity or an equivalent system for storing part of the energy necessary for the passage from the passive position to the position active.
  • the transition from the active position to the passive position is carried out without any external energy supply to the system, and is obtained by the stored energy.
  • the protection means is of the ballistic type and constituted, by at least one armor plate and may be in the form of shielding elements fixed to the receiving structure.
  • the protection means consists of elements reducing the electromagnetic signature of the vehicle.
  • the device is removably attached to said roof to be separated therefrom.
  • the invention also relates to the application of the device to the protection of the openings of the vehicle, such as the access hatches, the GMP hoods or the maintenance hatches.
  • FIG. 1 represents a front view of the protection device
  • FIGS 2a and 2b show the protection device, in its version with a single plate, mounted on a tank turret
  • Figure 3a shows a top view of the protection device, in the released position
  • Figure 3b shows a view from above the protection device, in position above the areas to be protected
  • FIGs 4a and 4b show front and side views of the protection device, in position above the areas to be protected.
  • a first embodiment of the protection device 1 of the roof 20 of a vehicle not shown in a double plate version there is shown a first embodiment of the protection device 1 of the roof 20 of a vehicle not shown in a double plate version.
  • the device consists of an articulated plate 7, constituting a receiving structure, on which are fixed shielding elements 2.
  • the plate 7 is kept at a distance from the roof 20 to be protected by means of a bracket 3 fixed on this roof.
  • a support 4 can be arranged between the plate and the roof to reinforce the maintenance in place the plate and neutralize any overhang.
  • the movement of the plate carrying the shields is done by a rotation mechanism 5 which can be manual or motorized (for example by means of an electric motor).
  • the tray is positioned above the crew access hatches (not visible in this figure), it is provided, for safety reasons, that the energy required by the release movement of the tray allowing access and possible opening of the hatches, either stored in a means provided for this purpose: spring, counterweight, gas under pressure, batteries, capacity, or any equivalent system.
  • This energy storage means 6 is linked to the motorization system 5 actuating the plate on simple command from the crew.
  • the plate can occupy an active protective position and a passive position in which it is spaced from the roof.
  • the height of the bracket 3 is provided in such a way that it avoids any interference with the operational devices fixed on the roof of the vehicle, such as the sighting, observation, detection, electromagnetic protection, communication devices.
  • the device 1 is fixed to the turret 10 of an armored combat or security vehicle by the bracket 3.
  • the plate 7 In the protective position, the plate 7 is positioned above the hatch 11 in order to protect the occupants of the vehicle against an attack using a weapon with high piercing power.
  • FIG. 3a is a top view of the roof 20 of a vehicle and illustrates the invention in a double tray version in the released position. In this position, the hatches 11 and 12 allowing access to the interior of the vehicle are accessible and maneuverable by the members of the crew.
  • the system comprises two plates 8 and 9 joined by a connection structure 21. On these plates are fixed either by shielding elements or by plates of special materials reducing the radar or infrared signatures.
  • Figures 3b, 4a and 4b show the device according to the previous Figure 3a, the plates being brought into the protective position by rotation as explained above. It is arranged so that the surface and the shape of the plates 8 and 9 are such that they make it possible to effectively cover the areas to be protected. The distance separating the trays from the roof must be sufficient for the crew to be able to actuate the aiming devices and the observation means, located at the level of the hatch 12, without being hampered by the trays.
  • the device according to the invention can be produced according to several variants.
  • the plate can be removably mounted on the stem.
  • This embodiment makes it possible to remove the plate in order to intervene more effectively if necessary at the level of the roof.
  • the stem can then be permanently fixed to the roof of the vehicle.
  • Another variant would consist in providing as many protection devices as there are surface elements to be protected. This would make it possible to minimize the size of the trays as well as possible and provide additional protection where it is desired.

Abstract

The invention concerns a mobile device for ballistic protection of battle and security vehicle roofs. It comprises a structure (7) for receiving protective means, said structure being mounted rotatably articulated on a support (3) integral with the roof to take up an active protective position and a passive protective position wherein it is spaced apart. The receiving structure (7) is articulated relative to the roof via a support bracket (3) fixed on said roof. The height of the support bracket (3) is selected so as to avoid any interference with the operational devices fixed on the vehicle roof (20)

Description

DISPOSITIF DE PROTECTION DU TOIT D'UN VEHICULE DEVICE FOR PROTECTING THE ROOF OF A VEHICLE
Le secteur technique de la présente invention est celui des systèmes mécaniques et électromécaniques, et plus particulièrement l'application de ces systèmes sur des véhicules blindés de combat et de sécurité.The technical sector of the present invention is that of mechanical and electromechanical systems, and more particularly the application of these systems on armored combat and security vehicles.
La présente invention concerne un dispositif de protection balistique appliqué aux véhicules de combat et de sécurité. En effet, pour faire face à certaines menaces (bombelettes à charge creuse, charges génératrices de noyau, projectiles cinétiques) capables de perforer d'importantes épaisseurs de blindage, la seule épaisseur de matièreThe present invention relates to a ballistic protection device applied to combat and security vehicles. Indeed, to cope with certain threats (hollow charge bombs, core-generating charges, kinetic projectiles) capable of penetrating large armor thicknesses, the only thickness of material
(alliage d'aluminium, aciers à blindage, composites) du toit du véhicule n'est pas suffisante. Un surblindage est donc nécessaire. En fonction de la menace, ce surblindage peut être de nature différente : blindage composite passif ou blindage réactif. Il peut se présenter sous la forme de plaques ou de briques qui sont fixées sur le toit du véhicule. Or, le toit d'un véhicule de combat, et en particulier le toit de sa tourelle, accueille un certain nombre d'équipements dont la seule présence s'oppose ou complique l'intégration de ces blindages.(aluminum alloy, armored steels, composites) of the vehicle roof is not sufficient. An over-armor is therefore necessary. Depending on the threat, this shielding can be of a different nature: passive composite shielding or reactive shielding. It can be in the form of plates or bricks which are fixed to the roof of the vehicle. However, the roof of a combat vehicle, and in particular the roof of its turret, accommodates a certain number of equipment the mere presence of which prevents or complicates the integration of these armorings.
On connaît déjà, notamment par le brevet US-5105714 des systèmes de protection balistique du toit des véhicules blindés. Ce brevet propose un dispositif dépliable de protection des trappes d'accès de l'équipage.Already known, in particular from patent US-5105714, ballistic protection systems for the roof of armored vehicles. This patent proposes a deployable device for protecting the crew access hatches.
On connaît également un dispositif utilisé sur un char connu consistant en une trappe blindée coulissante sur des rails . Un premier inconvénient dans la technique de protection actuellement utilisée demeure dans le fait que les trappes permettant l'accès de l'équipage à l'intérieur du véhicule, sont manipulées à la seule force des équipages. L'accroissement de masse dû à un surblindage peut empêcher la manipulation et conduire à l'adoption de coûteux et complexes dispositifs d'assistance à l'ouverture et à la fermeture de ladite trappe.Also known is a device used on a known tank consisting of an armored hatch sliding on rails. A first drawback in the protection technique currently used remains in the fact that the hatches allowing the crew access to the interior of the vehicle, are handled at the sole force of the crews. The increase in mass due to a shielding can prevent handling and lead to the adoption of costly and complex assistance devices for the opening and closing of said hatch.
Un autre inconvénient du système proposé par le brevet US-5105714 et de celui appliqué au char connu, demeure dans le fait que ces dispositifs limitent la protection de toit à la surface réduite de la trappe d'accès et ne permettent pas de couvrir l'ensemble du poste d'équipage.Another drawback of the system proposed by patent US-5105714 and that applied to the known tank, remains in the fact that these devices limit the roof protection. the reduced surface of the access hatch and does not cover the entire crew position.
Un autre inconvénient du char connu est que le système de trappe coulissante est très lourd. Les temps d'ouverture et de fermeture sont très longs et peu compatibles avec un emploi opérationnel de char de combat.Another disadvantage of the known tank is that the sliding hatch system is very heavy. The opening and closing times are very long and hardly compatible with an operational use of a combat tank.
Le but de la présente invention est de fournir un dispositif de protection permettant d'obvier les inconvénients précités. L'invention a donc pour objet un dispositif de protection du toit d'un véhicule blindé de combat ou de sécurité à l'aide d'au moins un moyen de protection, caractérisé en ce qu' il comporte une structure de réception du moyen de protection, ladite structure étant montée articulée par rotation sur un support solidaire du toit pour occuper une position active de protection et une position passive dans laquelle elle est écartée.The object of the present invention is to provide a protection device making it possible to obviate the above-mentioned drawbacks. The subject of the invention is therefore a device for protecting the roof of an armored combat or security vehicle using at least one protective means, characterized in that it comprises a structure for receiving the means of protection, said structure being mounted articulated by rotation on a support integral with the roof to occupy an active protective position and a passive position in which it is separated.
Avantageusement, la structure de réception est articulée par rapport au toit par l'intermédiaire d'une potence fixée sur ledit toit.Advantageously, the receiving structure is articulated relative to the roof by means of a bracket fixed to said roof.
Avantageusement encore, la hauteur de la potence est prévue de façon à éviter toute interférence avec les dispositifs opérationnels fixés sur le toit du véhicule.Advantageously also, the height of the bracket is provided so as to avoid any interference with the operational devices fixed to the roof of the vehicle.
Avantageusement encore, la rotation de la structure de réception est assurée de façon manuelle et/ou à l'aide d'un moyen de motorisation.Advantageously also, the rotation of the receiving structure is ensured manually and / or using a motorization means.
Selon une caractéristique, le dispositif comporte un moyen tel un ressort, un contre-poids, un gaz sous pression, une batterie, une capacité ou un système équivalent pour stocker une partie de l'énergie nécessaire au passage de la position passive à la position active.According to one characteristic, the device comprises a means such as a spring, a counterweight, a gas under pressure, a battery, a capacity or an equivalent system for storing part of the energy necessary for the passage from the passive position to the position active.
Selon une autre caractéristique, le passage de la position active à la position passive s'effectue sans apport d'énergie extérieure au système, et est obtenu par l'énergie stockée.According to another characteristic, the transition from the active position to the passive position is carried out without any external energy supply to the system, and is obtained by the stored energy.
Avantageusement, le moyen de protection est du type balistique et constitué, par au moins une plaque de blindage et peut se présenter sous la forme d' éléments de blindage fixés sur la structure de réception.Advantageously, the protection means is of the ballistic type and constituted, by at least one armor plate and may be in the form of shielding elements fixed to the receiving structure.
Selon une caractéristique, le moyen de protection est constitué par des éléments réduisant la signature électromagnétique du véhicule.According to one characteristic, the protection means consists of elements reducing the electromagnetic signature of the vehicle.
Selon une autre caractéristique, le dispositif est fixé de manière amovible sur ledit toit pour en être séparé.According to another characteristic, the device is removably attached to said roof to be separated therefrom.
L'invention concerne également l'application du dispositif à la protection des ouvrants du véhicule, tels les trappes d'accès, les capots GMP ou les trappes de maintenance.The invention also relates to the application of the device to the protection of the openings of the vehicle, such as the access hatches, the GMP hoods or the maintenance hatches.
D'autres caractéristiques, détails et avantages de l'invention apparaîtront plus clairement à la lecture du complément de description qui va suivre de modes de réalisation donnés à titre indicatif en relation avec des dessins sur lesquels :Other characteristics, details and advantages of the invention will appear more clearly on reading the additional description which follows of embodiments given for information only in relation to the drawings in which:
- la figure 1 représente une vue de face du dispositif de protection,FIG. 1 represents a front view of the protection device,
- les figures 2a et 2b représentent le dispositif de protection, dans sa version à un seul plateau, monté sur une tourelle de char, la figure 3a représente une vue de dessus du dispositif de protection, en position dégagée, la figure 3b représente une vue de dessus du dispositif de protection, en position au dessus des zones à protéger, et- Figures 2a and 2b show the protection device, in its version with a single plate, mounted on a tank turret, Figure 3a shows a top view of the protection device, in the released position, Figure 3b shows a view from above the protection device, in position above the areas to be protected, and
- les figures 4a et 4b représentent des vues de face et de côté du dispositif de protection, en position au-dessus des zones à protéger. Sur le figure 1, on a représenté un premier mode de réalisation du dispositif de protection 1 du toit 20 d'un véhicule non représenté dans une version à double plateau. On peut voir que le dispositif se compose d'un plateau 7 articulé, constituant une structure de réception, sur lequel sont fixés des éléments de blindage 2. Le plateau 7 est maintenu à distance du toit 20 à protéger grâce à une potence 3 fixée sur ce toit. Un support 4 peut être disposé entre le plateau et le toit pour renforcer le maintien en place du plateau et neutraliser un éventuel porte-à-faux. Le déplacement du plateau portant les blindages se fait grâce à un mécanisme 5 de rotation pouvant être manuel ou motorisé (par exemple au moyen d'un moteur électrique) . Dans la mesure où le plateau se positionne au dessus des trappes d'accès de l'équipage (non visibles sur cette figure) , il est prévu, pour des raisons de sécurité, que l'énergie requise par le mouvement de dégagement du plateau permettant l'accès et l'ouverture éventuelle des trappes, soit stockée dans un moyen prévu à cet effet : ressort, contre-poids, gaz sous pression, batteries, capacité, ou tout système équivalent. Ce moyen de stockage 6 d'énergie est lié au système de motorisation 5 actionnant le plateau sur simple commande de l'équipage. Comme cela va être expliqué ci-après, le plateau peut occuper une positon active de protection et une position passive dans laquelle il est écarté du toit. La hauteur de la potence 3 est prévue de telle façon qu' elle évite toute interférence avec les dispositifs opérationnels fixés sur le toit du véhicule, tels les dispositifs de visée, d'observation, de détection, de protection électromagnétique, de communicatio .- Figures 4a and 4b show front and side views of the protection device, in position above the areas to be protected. In Figure 1, there is shown a first embodiment of the protection device 1 of the roof 20 of a vehicle not shown in a double plate version. We can see that the device consists of an articulated plate 7, constituting a receiving structure, on which are fixed shielding elements 2. The plate 7 is kept at a distance from the roof 20 to be protected by means of a bracket 3 fixed on this roof. A support 4 can be arranged between the plate and the roof to reinforce the maintenance in place the plate and neutralize any overhang. The movement of the plate carrying the shields is done by a rotation mechanism 5 which can be manual or motorized (for example by means of an electric motor). Insofar as the tray is positioned above the crew access hatches (not visible in this figure), it is provided, for safety reasons, that the energy required by the release movement of the tray allowing access and possible opening of the hatches, either stored in a means provided for this purpose: spring, counterweight, gas under pressure, batteries, capacity, or any equivalent system. This energy storage means 6 is linked to the motorization system 5 actuating the plate on simple command from the crew. As will be explained below, the plate can occupy an active protective position and a passive position in which it is spaced from the roof. The height of the bracket 3 is provided in such a way that it avoids any interference with the operational devices fixed on the roof of the vehicle, such as the sighting, observation, detection, electromagnetic protection, communication devices.
Sur les figures 2a et 2b, on peut voir le dispositif de protection balistique 1, dans sa version à un seul plateau, en position dégagée (fig. 2a) et en position de protectionIn Figures 2a and 2b, we can see the ballistic protection device 1, in its version with a single plate, in the released position (fig. 2a) and in the protection position
(fig. 2b) . Le dispositif 1 est fixé sur la tourelle 10 d'un véhicule blindé de combat ou de sécurité par la potence 3.(fig. 2b). The device 1 is fixed to the turret 10 of an armored combat or security vehicle by the bracket 3.
En position de protection, le plateau 7 est positionné au dessus de la trappe 11 afin de protéger les occupants du véhicule contre une attaque à l'aide d'une arme à pouvoir perforant élevé.In the protective position, the plate 7 is positioned above the hatch 11 in order to protect the occupants of the vehicle against an attack using a weapon with high piercing power.
La figure 3a est une vue de dessus du toit 20 d'un véhicule et illustre l'invention dans une version à double plateau en position dégagée. Dans cette position, les trappes 11 et 12 permettant l'accès à l'intérieur du véhicule sont accessibles et manœuvrables par les membres de l'équipage. Le système comporte deux plateaux 8 et 9 réunis par une structure de raccordement 21. Sur ces plateaux sont fixés soit des éléments de blindage, soit des plaques de matériaux spéciaux réduisant les signatures radar ou infrarouge.FIG. 3a is a top view of the roof 20 of a vehicle and illustrates the invention in a double tray version in the released position. In this position, the hatches 11 and 12 allowing access to the interior of the vehicle are accessible and maneuverable by the members of the crew. The system comprises two plates 8 and 9 joined by a connection structure 21. On these plates are fixed either by shielding elements or by plates of special materials reducing the radar or infrared signatures.
Les figures 3b, 4a et 4b représentent le dispositif selon la figure 3a précédente, les plateaux étant amenés en position de protection par rotation comme expliqué précédemment. On s'arrange pour que la surface et la forme des plateaux 8 et 9 soient telles qu'elles permettent de couvrir efficacement les zones à protéger. La distance séparant les plateaux du toit doit être suffisante pour que l'équipage puisse actionner les dispositifs de visée et les moyens d'observation, situés au niveau de la trappe 12, sans être gêné par les plateaux.Figures 3b, 4a and 4b show the device according to the previous Figure 3a, the plates being brought into the protective position by rotation as explained above. It is arranged so that the surface and the shape of the plates 8 and 9 are such that they make it possible to effectively cover the areas to be protected. The distance separating the trays from the roof must be sufficient for the crew to be able to actuate the aiming devices and the observation means, located at the level of the hatch 12, without being hampered by the trays.
Le dispositif selon l'invention peut être réalisé suivant plusieurs variantes. Ainsi, le plateau peut être monté de façon amovible sur la potence. Cette réalisation permet de retirer le plateau afin d' intervenir plus efficacement le cas échéant au niveau du toit. La potence peut alors être fixée de manière permanente sur le toit du véhicule. Une autre variante consisterait à prévoir autant de dispositif de protection que d'élément de surface à protéger. Cette réalisation permettrait de minimiser au mieux la taille des plateaux et d'apporter la protection supplémentaire là elle est souhaitée. The device according to the invention can be produced according to several variants. Thus, the plate can be removably mounted on the stem. This embodiment makes it possible to remove the plate in order to intervene more effectively if necessary at the level of the roof. The stem can then be permanently fixed to the roof of the vehicle. Another variant would consist in providing as many protection devices as there are surface elements to be protected. This would make it possible to minimize the size of the trays as well as possible and provide additional protection where it is desired.

Claims

REVENDICATIONS 1. Dispositif de protection du toit (20) d'un véhicule blindé de combat ou de sécurité à l'aide d'au moins un moyen de protection (1), caractérisé en ce qu'il comporte une structure de réception (7) du moyen de protection, ladite structure étant montée articulée par rotation sur un support (3) solidaire du toit pour occuper une position active de protection et une position passive dans laquelle elle est écartée. CLAIMS 1. Device for protecting the roof (20) of an armored combat or security vehicle using at least one protective means (1), characterized in that it comprises a receiving structure (7 ) of the protective means, said structure being mounted articulated by rotation on a support (3) integral with the roof to occupy an active protective position and a passive position in which it is separated.
2. Dispositif de protection du toit d'un véhicule selon la revendication 1, caractérisé en ce que la structure de réception (7) est articulée par rapport au toit (20) par l'intermédiaire d'une potence (3) fixée sur ledit toit.2. Device for protecting the roof of a vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that the receiving structure (7) is articulated relative to the roof (20) by means of a bracket (3) fixed on said roof.
3. Dispositif de protection du toit d'un véhicule selon la revendication 2, caractérisé en ce que la hauteur de la potence (3) est prévue de façon à éviter toute interférence avec les dispositifs opérationnels fixés sur le toit (20) du véhicule.3. A device for protecting the roof of a vehicle according to claim 2, characterized in that the height of the bracket (3) is provided so as to avoid any interference with the operational devices fixed to the roof (20) of the vehicle.
4. Dispositif de protection du toit d'un véhicule selon la revendication 3, caractérisé en ce que la rotation de la structure de réception (7) par rapport au toit (20) est assurée de façon manuelle et/ou à l'aide d'un moyen de motorisation (5) .4. Device for protecting the roof of a vehicle according to claim 3, characterized in that the rotation of the receiving structure (7) relative to the roof (20) is ensured manually and / or using 'a motorization means (5).
5. Dispositif de protection du toit d'un véhicule selon la revendication 4, caractérisé en ce qu'il comporte un moyen, tel un ressort, un contre-poids, un gaz sous pression, une batterie, une capacité ou un système équivalent pour stocker une partie de l'énergie nécessaire au passage de la position passive à la position active. 5. Device for protecting the roof of a vehicle according to claim 4, characterized in that it comprises a means, such as a spring, a counterweight, a gas under pressure, a battery, a capacity or an equivalent system for store some of the energy required to pass from the passive position to the active position.
6. Dispositif de protection du toit d'un véhicule selon la revendication 5, caractérisé en ce que le passage de la position active à la position passive s'effectue sans apport d'énergie extérieure au système et est obtenu par l'énergie stockée. 6. A device for protecting the roof of a vehicle according to claim 5, characterized in that the transition from the active position to the passive position is carried out without any external energy supply to the system and is obtained by the stored energy.
7. Dispositif de protection du toit d'un véhicule selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce que le moyen de protection (1) est du type balistique et est constitué par au moins une plaque de blindage (2) .7. Device for protecting the roof of a vehicle according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the protective means (1) is ballistic type and consists of at least one armor plate (2).
8. Dispositif de protection balistique selon la revendication 7, caractérisé en ce que la plaque de blindage se présente sous la forme d' éléments de blindage (2) fixés sur la structure de réception.8. Ballistic protection device according to claim 7, characterized in that the shielding plate is in the form of shielding elements (2) fixed on the receiving structure.
9. Dispositif de protection du toit d'un véhicule, selon l'une des revendications 1 à 6, caractérisé en ce que le moyen de protection (1) est constitué par des éléments réduisant la signature électromagnétique du véhicule.9. Device for protecting the roof of a vehicle, according to one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the protective means (1) consists of elements reducing the electromagnetic signature of the vehicle.
10. Dispositif de protection du toit d'un véhicule selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce qu'il est fixé de manière amovible sur le toit (20) pour en être séparé. 10. Device for protecting the roof of a vehicle according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that it is detachably fixed on the roof (20) so as to be separated therefrom.
11. Application du dispositif de protection du toit d'un véhicule selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes à la protection des ouvrants (11, 12) dudit véhicule, tels les trappes d'accès, les capots GMP ou les trappes de maintenance. 11. Application of the device for protecting the roof of a vehicle according to any one of the preceding claims for the protection of the openings (11, 12) of said vehicle, such as the access hatches, the GMP hoods or the maintenance hatches.
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