Miles J Miller

US Patent:

56366795, Jun 10, 1997

Filed:

Feb 21, 1995

Appl. No.:

8/391364

Inventors:

Miles Miller - Baltimore MD
Mike Becker - Owings Mills MD

International Classification:

E06B 1102

US Classification:

160317

Abstract:

The retractable gate of the invention includes a housing, the housing having a central core retractably directing a flexible web within the housing, that in turn is directed from the housing at a first side of a portal opening to a second side of the portal opening to prevent ease of egress therethrough by pets as well as small children.

US Patent:

41540123, May 15, 1979

Filed:

Nov 25, 1977

Appl. No.:

5/854569

Inventors:

Miles C. Miller - Joppatowne MD

Assignee:

The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Army - Washington DC

International Classification:

F41C 2706

US Classification:

42 1F

Abstract:

A pre-loaded grenade launcher attachable to the muzzle of a gun is constred of inexpensive plastic and contains a grenade. After quick attachment of the launcher to a gun, and launching of the grenade, the launching attachment is discarded and may be replaced by another pre-loaded launcher.

US Patent:

39824896, Sep 28, 1976

Filed:

Nov 29, 1972

Appl. No.:

5/310625

Inventors:

Abraham Flatau - Joppa MD
Donald N. Olson - Lutherville MD
Miles C. Miller - Joppa MD

International Classification:

F42B 1136
F42B 1300

US Classification:

102 924

Abstract:

A rotatable airfoil non-lethal sting projectile comprising a hollow closed circular ring wing surrounding a central open area. The projectile consists of an aerodynamic lifting body of a thick ring wing geometry which uses spin imparted to it from a launching means for its gyroscopic stability. The combination of aerodynamic stability characteristics and high spin rate (i. e. above 2,000 rpm) results in a flat trajectory and extended range capability. The projectile is intended as a riot control weapon. Impact is non-lethal, but may be painful. The subsonic launch velocity, the non-metallic light weight structure, the soft resilience, and relatively large size of the projectile avoids serious bodily harm due to impact with a person even at point-blank range.

US Patent:

41904761, Feb 26, 1980

Filed:

Jan 12, 1976

Appl. No.:

5/648240

Inventors:

Abraham Flatau - Joppa MD
Donald N. Olson - Lutherville MD
Miles C. Miller - Joppa MD

International Classification:

B29C 1702
F42B 1312

US Classification:

156218

Abstract:

A process of making and filling an envelope shaped as a ring airfoil for use as a projectile. The envelope is formed of resilient material into a tubular shape with an outer wall portion and an inner wall portion located along the tubular extent thereof with a foldable portion therebetween. The walls are relatively moved to form a payload cavity by moving the inner wall to nest within the outer wall by folding at the foldable portion with the ends contiguous. The foldable portion forms the leading edge of the airfoil. The trailing edge is formed by joining the contiguous ends. Payload filling and final sealing steps complete the airfoil projectile shape.

US Patent:

39510700, Apr 20, 1976

Filed:

Dec 6, 1973

Appl. No.:

5/422493

Inventors:

Abraham Flatau - Joppa MD
Donald N. Olson - Lutherville MD
Miles C. Miller - Joppa MD

International Classification:

F42B 1346
F42B 1132

US Classification:

102 924

Abstract:

A rotatable airfoil projectile comprising a hollow closed circular ring wing surrounding a central open area with a non-lethal riot control agent positioned within the hollow ring. The projectile consists of an aerodynamic lifting body of a thick ring wing geometry which uses spin imparted to it from a launching means for its gyroscopic stability. The combination of aerodynamic stability characteristics and high spin rate (i. e. above 2,000 rmp) results in a flat trajectory and extended range capability. The projectile ruptures on impact due to centrifugal and impact forces to distribute the non-lethal riot control payload about the target area. The sub-sonic launch velocity avoids bodily harm due to impact with a person even at point-blank range.

US Patent:

H3360, Oct 6, 1987

Filed:

Dec 4, 1986

Appl. No.:

6/937802

Inventors:

Miles C. Miller - Joppatowne MD

Assignee:

The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Army - Washington DC

International Classification:

G01N 904
G01N 1116

US Classification:

73579

Abstract:

This invention relates to a method for assessment of the condition, and cge of condition, of the liquid fill for chemical projectiles by analyzing the vibrational characteristics of the projectile and fill. It is a method by which the condition of the liquid fill in a projectile can be assessed without requiring cutting, drilling, and/or altering the structure of the shell or payload. This non-destructive technique can be used with projectiles filled with toxic or hazardous materials and can occur within the confines of storage buildings. The system for incorporating the method of the invention includes a projectile which is freely suspended and then struck with a device causing the projectile and the fill to vibrate. The natural vibrational characteristics of the projectile and fill are measured and recorded and can be compared to model data to ascertain any changes in the physical characteristics of the fill.

US Patent:

H6858, Oct 3, 1989

Filed:

Jun 20, 1988

Appl. No.:

7/209258

Inventors:

Donald N. Olson - Lutherville MD
Miles C. Miller - Joppatown MD

Assignee:

The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Army - Washington DC

International Classification:

F42B 1332

US Classification:

244 329

Abstract:

This invention offers a simple, inexpensive solution to both the dispersion nd orientation problems, and can also be very effective for inducing scanning of the ground in flight of a munition, for target location. A munition, such as a cylindrical body, is provided with two curved, full-length wings or fins attached longitudinally along an upper half of the cylindrical body, both directed concavely against the air flow. (An example is shown in FIG. 1). As munitions so equipped with said wings are dropped and descend through the air of their own power, several effects are achieved. First, the munitions will land right side up. Secondly, dispersal of plurality released munitions will occur and not land lumped-up in a single group for instance. Slots and tabs can be cut in opposite corners of the wings to produce a pin-wheel effect which will improve ground coverage in scanning.

US Patent:

40720497, Feb 7, 1978

Filed:

Apr 15, 1977

Appl. No.:

5/788067

Inventors:

Miles C. Miller - Joppatowne MD

Assignee:

The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Army - Washington DC

International Classification:

G01M 900
G01L 700

US Classification:

73147

Abstract:

Measuring apparatus including a core, interior to and stationary relative a spinning shell, having a cavity in sliding seal engagement with the interior of the spinning shell. The cavity is axially aligned with an aperture in the surface of the spinning shell, captures fluid pressure when the cavity and aperture are radially aligned and transmits the pressure to a transducer exterior to the aerodynamic test chamber.