Less Than Lethal Ballistically Deployed Sting Nets

A means of ballistically deploying a less than lethal sting net is proposed. The system developed is capable of capturing fleeing, static or attacking suspects via a LOS ensnarement munition delivered from a 38mm weapon or a similar platform. The flight and capture principles have been proven in previous test programs and many of the subsystems have undergone initial optimization. A unique fuzing technique permits the munition to remain in a packaged state to avoid entanglement with intermediate objects. The streamlined profile gives the munitions range capabilities exceeding current less than lethal weapons. It also results in a stable flight pattern resulting in simplified aiming. A conservative design approach has resulted in a system that is less than lethal throughout the complete 0 to 30m range. Enhancements are suggested which can extend its range and extend the demobilization of the target. By integrating an electrical discharge system into nets construction the concept evolves into a deployable electric fence or sting net. The primary challenge is the fuzing system which activates both net deployment and the High Voltage Pulse (HVP) Taser. Development prodecures for investigating the munitions fuzing system is proposed.