Method and apparatus for remotely disabling vehicles
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1. A method of disabling a vehicle, the method comprising the steps of:
- providing a database of one or more parameters for disabling specific vehicles, the database accessible to a microwave transmitter;
identifying a vehicle; and
transmitting modulated microwave radiation to the vehicle using the microwave transmitter, the radiation being varied according to one or more of the parameters specific to the vehicle in order to disable the vehicle;
wherein the vehicle does not comprise a receiver for receiving the transmitted modulated microwave radiation.
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Abstract
Method and apparatus for remotely disabling a vehicle using modulated microwave energy. The modulation characteristics are preferably tailored for different types of vehicles. This approach enables the use of a low power radiation source, which minimizes injury to people and property and which enables the use of portable devices, such as for use on law enforcement or military vehicles.
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1. A method of disabling a vehicle, the method comprising the steps of:
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providing a database of one or more parameters for disabling specific vehicles, the database accessible to a microwave transmitter; identifying a vehicle; and transmitting modulated microwave radiation to the vehicle using the microwave transmitter, the radiation being varied according to one or more of the parameters specific to the vehicle in order to disable the vehicle; wherein the vehicle does not comprise a receiver for receiving the transmitted modulated microwave radiation. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8)
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