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Protective mat assembly and installation method therefor

  • US 4,856,791 A
  • Filed: 09/01/1988
  • Issued: 08/15/1989
  • Est. Priority Date: 09/01/1988
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A protective mat assembly for a ballistic target range or the like comprising:

  • plate means for absorbing the impact of a projectile and resisting the penetration thereof;

    support panel means overlying said plate means;

    cover means comprising a cellular foam substrate and an elastomeric sheet, said support panel means being disposed between said plate means and said cover means; and

    a plurality of fasteners securing said support panel means to said plate means, said fasteners having a securing head which engages said support panel means and a shank which penetrates said plate means, said head being substantially covered by said cover means,so that a projectile directed at said assembly penetrates said cover means and strikes said plate means wherein any projectile fragmentation is substantially completely contained within said assembly.

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