PROJECTILE PARTITION

Abstract

A projectile partition that serves as a barrier from ballistics and explosions is disclosed. The projectile partition may serve a traditional role of providing a visual barrier while also providing protection from ballistics and explosions originating from an opposite side of the ballistic screen. The projectile partition may comprise one or more panels or plates that are adapted to repel ballistics and blasts. The projectile partition may further comprise a series of interconnected members that together form a frame which serves to position the one or more panels in a relatively upright position so as to form a barrier against ballistics and explosion blasts.

Description

BACKGROUND

There is a need for barriers behind which persons can position themselves for protection from ballistics, explosions, and harmful projectiles. In traditionally hostile environments such as war zones, soldiers often dig fox holes or trenches, or utilize natural bunkers for protection. Unfortunately, the threat of harm from gunfire and explosions now exists in areas and settings that previously were considered to be safe from such life-threatening dangers. Residential and commercial areas have, unfortunately, become the setting for deadly gunfire and explosions. In these and other settings, natural barrier formations may not exist, and it is not practicable or suitable to utilize traditional means of protection such as trenches or fox holes.

SUMMARY

Applicant discloses a partition that provides protection from projectiles and explosions. The partition, which may be referred to as a projectile partition or screen, may protect an area on a protected side of the partition from projectiles and/or blast forces originating from an attack side of the partition.

An example projectile partition may comprise a base. The base may include a plurality of supports, which may be referred to as legs, extending therefrom. The supports may be pivotably mounted to the base and may be folded into and received within the base. Each of the supports may comprise a first portion and a second portion. The first portion may be telescopically adjustable relative to the second portion.

The projectile partition may further comprise a frame that extends upwardly from the base. The frame may comprise a first vertical arm extending upward from the base and a second vertical arm extending upward from the base. The frame may further comprise a carrier structure comprising a first vertical support and a second vertical support with a cross bar positioned between and attached to the first vertical support and the second vertical support. The first vertical support of the carrier structure may be removably connected to the first vertical arm and the second vertical support may be removably connected to the second vertical arm. Each of the first vertical arm and the second vertical arm may be pivotably attached to the base and may be folded into and received within the base. Each of the first vertical arm and the second vertical arm may comprise a first and second portion, with the first portion telescopically adjustable relative to the second portion.

The projectile partition may further comprise an armor carrier removably attached to the frame. The armor carrier may be removably attached to the cross bar. A first armor panel may be secured to the armor carrier and a second armor panel may be removably secured to the armor carrier. The second armor panel may be positioned so as to overlap the first armor panel and thereby provide an uninterrupted barrier to projectiles between the first and second armor panels. In an embodiment, the armor carrier may comprise a first pocket configured to receive at least a portion of the first armor panel therein, and a second pocket configured to receive at least a portion of the second armor panel therein. The armor carrier may comprise a first brace configured to receive a portion of the first armor panel therein and a second brace configured to receive a portion of the second armor panel therein.

An example projectile partition may comprise a base, a plurality of supports extending from the base, a first plurality of channel components extending upward vertically from the base, a second plurality of channel component extending upward from the base, and at least one armor panel. The first plurality of channel components may be coupled together to form a first elongated recess. The second plurality of channel components may be coupled together to form a second elongated recess. At least a portion of the first armor panel may be positioned in the first elongated recess and at least a second portion of the first armor panel may be positioned in the second elongated recess.

The first plurality of channel components may comprise at least a first channel component and a second channel component. The first channel component may be removably coupled to the base and the second channel component may be removably coupled to the first channel component. The second plurality of channel components may comprise at least a third channel component and a fourth channel component. The third channel component may be removably coupled to the base and the fourth channel component may be removably coupled to the third channel component.

The example projectile partition may further comprise a second armor panel. At least a portion of the second armor panel may be positioned in the first elongated recess and at least a second portion of the second armor panel may be positioned in the second elongated recess. A third portion of the second armor panel may overlap with a third portion of the first armor panel. The overlapping third portion of the second armor panel and the third portion of the first armor panel may extend from the first elongated recess to the second elongated recess. A bracket may be removably coupled to the third portion of the first armor panel and removably coupled to the third portion of the second armor panel. The bracket may comprise a first recess configured to receive at least a portion of the third portion of the first armor panel and a second recess configured to receive at least a portion of the third portion of the second armor panel. The bracket may secure the second armor panel in a vertical position relative to the first armor panel.

This Summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts in a simplified form that are further described below in the Detailed Description. This Summary is not intended to identify key features or essential features of the claimed subject matter, nor is it intended to be used to limit the scope of the claimed subject matter. Other features are described below.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

The following description of the illustrative embodiments may be better understood when read in conjunction with the appended drawings. It is understood that potential embodiments of the disclosed systems and methods are not limited to those depicted.

FIG. 1 depicts a perspective view of an example projectile partition.

FIG. 2 depicts a front view of an example projectile partition.

FIG. 3 depicts a side view of an example projectile partition.

FIG. 4 depicts a top view of an example projectile partition.

FIG. 5 depicts a perspective view of an example partition frame.

FIG. 6 depicts a front view of an example partition frame.

FIG. 7 depicts a side view of an example partition frame.

FIG. 8 depicts a top view of an example partition frame.

FIG. 9 depicts a perspective view of a partially assembled example partition frame.

FIG. 10 depicts a front view of a partially assembled example partition frame.

FIG. 11 depicts a side view of a partially assembled example partition frame.

FIG. 12 depicts a top view of a partially assembled example partition frame.

FIG. 13 depicts a perspective view of an example partition frame base.

FIG. 14 depicts a front view of an example partition frame base.

FIG. 15 depicts a side view of an example partition frame base.

FIG. 16 depicts a top view of an example partition frame.

FIG. 17 depicts a perspective view of an example projectile partition.

FIG. 18 depicts a front view of an example projectile partition.

FIG. 19 depicts a side view of an example projectile partition.

FIG. 20 depicts a top view of an example projectile partition.

FIG. 21 depicts a perspective view of a partially assembled example projectile partition.

FIG. 22 depicts a front view of a partially assembled example projectile partition.

FIG. 23 depicts a side view of a partially assembled example projectile partition.

FIG. 24 depicts a top view of a partially assembled example projectile partition.

FIG. 25 depicts a perspective view of components of a partially assembled example projectile partition.

FIG. 26 depicts a front view of components of a partially assembled example projectile partition.

FIG. 27 depicts a side view of components of a partially assembled example projectile partition.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

Applicant discloses herein a projectile partition that serves as a barrier from ballistics and explosions. The projectile partition, which may be referred to as a barrier or screen, may serve a traditional role of providing a visual barrier while also providing protection from ballistics and explosions originating from an opposite side of the ballistic screen. The projectile partition may comprise one or more panels or plates that are adapted to repel ballistics and blasts. The projectile partition further comprises a series of interconnected members that together form a frame which serves to position the one or more panels in a relatively upright position so as to form a barrier against ballistics and explosion blasts.

FIG. 1 depicts a perspective view of an example projectile partition 110. The projectile partition 110 may provide protection for a person located on side A of the projectile partition 110 from projectiles originating from side B of the projectile partition 110.

FIG. 2 depicts a front view of an example projectile partition 110. FIG. 3 depicts a side view of an example projectile partition 110. FIG. 4 depicts a top view of an example projectile partition 110. As shown, an example projectile partition 110 may comprise a frame 120 to which an armor carrier 122 may be removably attached. The frame 120 may extend upward from a base portion 140 and the armor carrier 122 may be removably attached to the frame 120. The armor carrier 122 may comprise retaining structure to which one or more armor plates are attached. The retaining structure may comprise a bag or similar device with one or more armor plates lodged therein or attached thereto. The bag may have one or more openings or pockets formed therein which may receive at least a portion of armor plates therein. The retaining structure may comprise a series of straps and or braces which may receive at least a portion of the armor plates therein and thereby secure the armor plates relative to each other, the armor carrier 122, and the frame 120 to which it is attached.

As shown, the armor carrier 122 may be attached to the frame 120. The armor carrier 122 may be attached to a cross bar of the frame 120 and may extend downward therefrom. The armor carrier 122 may extend at least the width of the frame 120 for at least a portion of the frame 120 and may extend the length of the frame 120. The armor carrier 122 may create a protected area A behind the projectile partition 110.

In the example depicted in FIG. 3, the armor plates 130 comprised in the armor carrier 122 are depicted without the retaining structure, e.g., bag or straps, for carrying and securing the armor plates in position. In the example of FIG. 3, three armor plates 130 are depicted. As shown, the armor plates 130 may be situated so that the edges of the armor plates 130 overlap. A lower edge of a first armor plate 130 extends beyond the upper edge of the adjacent armor plate 130. The armor plates 130 may thereby form a continuous barrier to projectiles for at least a portion of the height of the projectile partition 110.

The armor carrier 122 may be attached to or secured to a cross bar or cross tube portion of a frame 120. The armor carrier 122 may be secured to the frame 120 using, for example, a clasp or bracket that fits over a cross bar or cross tube portion of a frame 120. The armor carrier 122 may be secured in place relative to the cross bar or cross tube portion of the frame 120 with a stainless-steel pin that is secured in place using a wire lock. A portion of the armor carrier 122 may surround or envelope the cross bar or cross tube portion of the frame 120 and thereby secure the armor carrier 122 in place relative to the cross bar or cross tube portion of the frame 120. For example, a portion or section of the armor carrier 122 may be sewed around and/or onto the cross bar or cross tube portion of the armor carrier 122.

FIG. 5 depicts a perspective view of an example frame 120. FIG. 6 depicts a front view of the frame 120. FIG. 7 depicts a side view of the frame 120. FIG. 8 depicts a top view of the frame 120. As shown, the frame 120 may comprise a base 140, four telescoping legs 142, and a vertical frame 144 which extends upward from the base 140 and the surface on which the base 140 is positioned. The four telescoping legs 142, which may be referred to as telescoping supports, may be pivotably coupled to the base 140. Each of the telescoping legs 140 may be adapted to be pivoted to be parallel with and received within the base 140. Each of the telescoping legs 140 may be pivoted from a position parallel to the base 140 to a position that may be 130 degrees relative to its initial position. As shown in FIG. 8, each of the telescoping legs 140 may be positioned at 90 degrees relative the base 140. The telescoping legs 140 when pivoted to a position such as 90 degrees relative to the base 140 provide support and stability to the projectile partition 110.

FIG. 9 depicts a perspective view of an example partially assembled frame 120. FIG. 10 depicts a front view of the example partially assembled frame 120. FIG. 11 depicts a side view of the example partially assembled frame 120. FIG. 12 depicts a top view of the example partially assembled frame 120. Referring to FIG. 9, three of the four telescoping legs 142 are shown in various positions relative to the base 140. A fourth telescoping leg is folded into the base 140. Each telescoping leg 142 may comprise a leg tube 150 and a leg extension 152. The leg tube 150 and the leg extension 152 are moveably connected so that the leg extension 152 may be retracted into and extended from the leg tube 150. When the leg extension 152 is retracted into the leg tube 150, the telescoping leg 142 may be folded into the base 140.

Two telescoping vertical arms 160 may be pivotably coupled to the base 140. Each of the telescoping vertical arms 160 may be adapted to be pivoted to be parallel with and received within the base 140. Each of the telescoping vertical arms 160 may be pivoted from a position parallel to the base 140 to a position that may be approximately 90 degrees relative to its initial position and the base 140. In FIGS. 9-12, the two telescoping vertical arms 160 are shown pivoted to a position perpendicular, e.g., 90 degrees, from the base 140. A telescoping vertical arm 160 may comprise an arm tube portion 162 and an arm extension portion 164. The arm tube portion 162 and the arm extension portion 164 are moveably connected so that the arm extension 164 may be retracted into and extended from the arm tube portion 162. When the arm extension portion 164 is retracted into the arm tube portion 162, the telescoping arm 160 may be folded into the base 140.

A frame 120 may comprise a plate carrier structure 170. The plate carrier structure 170 may comprise a cross element 172 and one or more, e.g., two, vertical supports 174 that may extend perpendicular to the cross element 172. The cross element 172 may be a bar, tube, or similar structure that may be suitable for receiving or having a plate carrier attached thereto. The vertical supports 174 may comprise bars, tubes, or similar elements. The vertical supports 174 may be secured to the cross element 172. For example, the vertical supports 174 may be welded to the cross element 172. The vertical supports 174 may be movably coupled to the cross element 172 via a hinge or similar structure. Each vertical support 174 may be configured to interface with a corresponding extension portion 164 of a telescoping vertical arm 160. For example, each vertical support 174 may receive therein a portion of an extension portion 164 of a telescoping vertical arm 160. Each vertical support 174 may be secured in place relative to an extension portion 164 of the telescoping vertical arm 160 using, for example, a pin and wire lock.

The armor carrier 122 may be attached to or secured to cross element 172. The armor carrier 122 may be secured to the cross element 172 using, for example, a clasp or bracket that fits over the cross element 172. The armor carrier 122 may be secured in place relative to the cross element 172 with a stainless-steel pin that is secured in place using a wire lock. A portion of the armor carrier 122 may surround or envelope the cross element 172 and thereby secure the armor carrier 122 in place relative to the cross element 172. For example, a portion or section of the armor carrier 122 may be sewed around and/or onto the cross element 172. One or more portions or sections of the armor carrier 122 may comprise flexible material that may be looped around the cross element 172 and sewn back to the armor carrier 122, thereby securing the armor carrier 122 to the cross element 172. The armor carrier 122 may be permanently affixed to the cross element 172 and may remain attached to the cross element 172 in instances that the plate carrier structure 170 is disengaged or removed from the remainder of the frame 120. The armor carrier 122 may be removably affixed to the cross element 172 and may be removed from the plate carrier structure 170 for disassembly of the frame 120.

FIG. 13 depicts a perspective view of an example base 140. FIG. 14 depicts a front view of the example base 140. FIG. 15 depicts a side view of the example base 140. FIG. 16 depicts a top view of the example base 140. As shown, the telescoping vertical arms 160 may be pivotably connected to base 140 and may be folded into and received in a recess formed on the top side of the base 140. The telescoping legs 142 may be pivotably connected to base 140 and may be folded into and received in recesses formed on the sides of the base 140. The base 140, and the telescoping legs 142 may have feet 180 attached thereto.

FIG. 17 depicts a perspective view of an example projectile partition 210. The projectile partition 210 may provide protection for a person located on side A of the projectile partition 210 from projectiles originating from side B of the projectile partition 210. Likewise, the projectile partition 210 may provide protection for a person located on side B of the projectile partition 210 from projectiles originating from side A of the projectile partition 210. FIG. 18 depicts a front view of an example projectile partition 210. FIG. 19 depicts a side view of an example projectile partition 210. FIG. 20 depicts a top view of an example projectile partition 210. As shown, an example projectile partition 210 may comprise a frame 220 to which one or more armor plates 230 may be removably coupled. The frame 220 may extend upward from a base portion 240 and the armor plates 230 may be removably coupled within the frame 220.

The frame 220 may comprise a plurality of channel components 222 that are mechanically coupled together. The channel components 222 may be mechanically coupled end to end, for example. Each channel component 222 may have a cross-section bounded on three sides that forms a recess or channel. The channel may be a C-shaped channel or similar configuration. A plurality of channel components 222 may be mechanically coupled together to form an elongated recess or channel. The elongated recess or channel may be adapted to receive a portion of one or more armor plates 230. The elongated recess may have a have a cross-section bounded on three sides that forms a recess or channel. The elongated recess may be a C-shaped channel or similar configuration.

A first array 224 of a plurality of channel components 222 may extend upward from a first base unit assembly 226 that may be mechanically coupled to the base 240. The first base unit assembly 226 may be welded to the base 240. A second array 228 of a plurality of channel components 222 may extend upward from a second base unit assembly 225 that may be mechanically coupled to the base 240. The second base unit assembly 225 may be welded to the base 240. The first array 224 of channel components 222 may be spaced apart from the second array 228 of channel components 222. A cap 229 may extend from a distal end of the first array 224 of channel components 222 to a distal end of the second array of channel components 228.

A first elongated recess 246 (see FIG. 21) may be formed by the first array 224 of the plurality of channel components 222. A second elongated recess 244 (see FIG. 21) may be formed by the second array 228 of the plurality of channel components 222. The first elongated recess 246 may face the second elongated recess 244. Each of the first elongated recess 246 and the second elongated recess 244 may have a have a cross-section bounded on three sides that forms a recess or channel. Each of the elongated recesses 246 and 244 may be a C-shaped channel or similar configuration. A portion of one or more armor plates 230 may be received in the recess formed by the first array 224 of channel components 222. A portion of the one or more armor plates 230 may be received in the recess formed by the second array 228 of channel components 222. The one or more armor plates 230 may extend between the first array 224 of channel components 222 and the second array 228 of channel components 222. The one or more armor plates 230 may form a continuous plane or barrier between the first array 224 and the second array 228 suitable to stop projectiles. The one or more armor plates 230 may be secured in place by the recesses formed by the first and second arrays 224 and 228 of channel components 222. The one or more armor plates 230 may be secured in a horizontal direction by the first and second arrays 224 and 228.

The one or more armor plates 230 may be positioned vertically so that horizontally extending edges of the armor plates may overlap and thereby may create an uninterrupted plane or barrier within the frame of the barrier device 210. The overlapping horizontally extending edges of the armor plates may extend from at least the recess formed by the first array 224 of the plurality of channel components 222 to the recess formed by the second array 228 of the channel components 222. The uninterrupted plane or barrier may be suitable for blocking projectiles. The one or more plates 230 may be secured in at least a vertical direction relative to each other using one or more brackets 232, 234, 236, 238. The one or more brackets 232, 234, 236, 238 may be z-channel brackets with a portion of the bracket removably coupled to a top horizontally extending edge of an armor plate 230 and a second portion of the bracket removably receiving therein a lower horizontally extending edge of a second armor plate 232. Each bracket 232, 234, 236, 238 may thereby provide for overlap between two successive vertically arranged armor plates 230.

The base 240 may comprise a plurality (e.g., four) of legs 242 which may be pivotably mounted to the base 240. The base 240 and legs 242 may be configured as described above in connection with FIGS. 1-16.

FIG. 21 depicts a perspective view of an example partially assembled projectile partition 210. FIG. 22 depicts a front view of an example partially assembled projectile partition 210. FIG. 23 depicts a side view of an example partially assembled projectile partition 210. FIG. 24 depicts a top view of an example partially assembled projectile partition 210. Three channel components 222 comprised in the first array 224 of channel components are shown. Similarly, three channel components 222 comprised in the second array 228 are depicted. The channel components 222 may be removably coupled to each other. The channel components 222 may be mechanically interconnected. The channel components 222 may form an interference fit with each other. The stacked channel components 222 may form elongated recesses 244, 246 which may be configured to receive a portion of an armor panel 230. A portion of the armor panel 230 may be received into the recess 246 formed by first array 224 of channel components and a second portion of the armor panel 230 may be received into the recess 244 formed by the second array 228 of channel components. A bracket 232 may be coupled to an upper horizontally extending edge of the armor panel 230. The bracket 232 may be configured to receive or secure a second armor panel relative to the armor panel 230 as depicted in FIG. 18. The bracket 232 may be a z-channel bracket which may be configured with a first recess adapted to be received on a horizontally extending edge of a first armor panel 230 and with a second recess adapted to receive therein a horizontally extending edge of a second armor panel 230.

FIG. 25 depicts a perspective view of a plurality of example armor panels 250, 252, and 254 arranged as they may be comprised in an example projectile partition 210. FIG. 26 depicts a front view of the plurality of example armor panels. FIG. 27 depicts a side view of the plurality of example armor panels. For purposes of illustration and clarity, base 240, channel components 222, and cap 229 of the projectile partition 210 are not depicted in FIGS. 25, 26, and 27, leaving the plurality of example armor panels 250, 252, and 254 along with brackets 232, 234, 236 in isolation.

As shown in FIGS. 25, 26, and 27, a first armor panel 250 may comprise a lower horizontal edge 260 and a higher horizontal edge 262. A bracket 232 may be coupled to the upper horizontal edge 262. The bracket 232 may be configured to secure the second armor panel 252 relative to the first armor panel 250. The bracket 232 may be configured to secure the second armor panel 252 relative to the first armor panel 250 in, for example, a vertical direction. The bracket 232 may comprise a first recess 270 and a second recess 272. The first recess 270 may be directionally positioned opposite to the second recess 272. The first recess 270 may face a first direction and the second recess 272 may face a second direction that is substantially opposite the first direction. Each of the first recess 270 and the second recess 272 may be configured to form a channel and may have a cross-section bounded on three sides, e.g., C-shaped, that forms a recess or channel. The bracket 232 may be configured as a z-shaped channel. The first recess 270 may be configured to be received on the upwardly positioned horizontal edge 262 of the first armor panel 250. Mechanical interaction between the first recess 270 and the upwardly positioned edge 262 may secure the bracket 232 in vertical direction relative to the first armor panel 250. The second recess 272 may be configured to receive therein a downwardly positioned horizontal edge 280 of the second armor panel 252. Mechanical interaction between the second recess 272 and the downwardly positioned horizontal edge 280 may secure the second armor panel 252 relative to the first armor panel 250 in a vertical direction. As illustrated in FIG. 27, the first armor panel 250 and the second armor panel 252 are positioned so that the two panels overlap. The bracket 232 may be configured so as to position armor panels 250 and 252 so that at least a portion of the first armor panel 250 overlaps with at least a portion of the second armor panel 252.

A second bracket 234 may be coupled to the upper horizontal edge 282 of the second armor panel 252. The second bracket 234 may be configured to secure the third armor panel 254 relative to the second armor panel 252. The second bracket 234 may be configured to secure the third armor panel 254 relative to the second armor panel 252 in, for example, a vertical direction. The second bracket 234 may comprise a first recess 274 and a second recess 276. The first recess 274 may be directionally positioned opposite to the second recess 276. The first recess 274 may face a first direction and the second recess 276 may face a second direction that is substantially opposite the first direction. The bracket 234 may be configured as a z-shaped channel. The first recess 274 may be configured to be received on the upwardly positioned horizontal edge 282 of the second armor panel 252. The mechanical interaction between the first recess 274 and the upwardly positioned edge 282 may secure the bracket 234 in place relative to the second armor panel 252. The second recess 276 may be configured to receive therein a downwardly positioned horizontal edge 284 of the third armor panel 254. Mechanical interaction between the second recess 276 and the downwardly positioned horizontal edge 284 may secure the third armor panel 254 relative to the second armor panel 252 in a vertical direction. As illustrated in FIG. 27, the second armor panel 252 and the third armor panel 254 may be positioned so that the two panels overlap. The bracket 234 may be configured so as to position armor panels 252 and 254 so that at least a portion of the second armor panel 252 overlaps with a portion of the third armor panel 254.

A third bracket 256 may be positioned on an upper horizontal portion of the third armor panel 254. The third bracket 256 may be configured and positioned as described in connection with bracket 234 to receive a fourth armor panel. Armor panels and brackets may be successively added to increase the height of the projectile partition 210.

The armor panels may be horizontally positioned in an alternating manner so as to facilitate overlapping between armor panels. As illustrated in FIG. 27, the first armor panel 250 may be offset horizontally on a first side of, and relative to, the second armor panel 252. The third armor panel 254 may likewise be offset in a horizontal direction on a first side of, and relative to, the second armor panel 252. The third armor panel 254 may be aligned in a horizontal direction with the first armor panel 250. A fourth armor panel (not shown in FIG. 27) may be horizontally aligned with the second armor panel 252 and offset relative to the third armor panel 254. While three vertically positioned armor panels 250, 252, and 254 are illustrated in FIGS. 25, 26, and 27, it will be appreciated that fewer or more armor panels may be comprised in a projectile partition 210.

Accordingly, Applicant has disclosed a projectile partition that serves as a barrier from ballistics and explosions. The projectile partition may serve a traditional role of providing a visual barrier while also providing protection from ballistics and explosions originating from an opposite side of the ballistic screen. The projectile partition may comprise one or more panels or plates that are adapted to repel ballistics and blasts. The projectile partition may further comprise a series of interconnected members that together form a frame which serves to position the one or more panels in a relatively upright position so as to form a barrier against ballistics and explosion blasts.

Conditional language used herein, such as, among others, “can,” “could,” “might,” “may,” “e.g.,” and the like, unless specifically stated otherwise, or otherwise understood within the context as used, is generally intended to convey that certain embodiments include, while other embodiments do not include, certain features, elements, and/or steps. Thus, such conditional language is not generally intended to imply that features, elements and/or steps are in any way required for one or more embodiments or that one or more embodiments necessarily include logic for deciding, with or without author input or prompting, whether these features, elements and/or steps are included or are to be performed in any particular embodiment. The terms “comprising,” “including,” “having” and the like are synonymous and are used inclusively, in an open-ended fashion, and do not exclude additional elements, features, acts, operations and so forth. Also, the term “or” is used in its inclusive sense (and not in its exclusive sense) so that when used, for example, to connect a list of elements, the term “or” means one, some or all of the elements in the list.

The foregoing description is provided for the purpose of explanation and is not to be construed as limiting the potential embodiments. While the embodiments have been described with reference to preferred embodiments or preferred methods, it is understood that the words which have been used herein are words of description and illustration, rather than words of limitation. Furthermore, although the invention has been described herein with reference to particular structure, methods, and embodiments, the potential embodiments are not intended to be limited to the particulars disclosed herein, as the potential embodiments extend to all structures, methods and uses that are within the scope of the appended claims. Further, to the degree that advantages have been described that flow from the structure and methods; the potential embodiments are not limited to structure and methods that encompass any or all of these advantages. Those skilled in the relevant art, having the benefit of the teachings of this specification, may effect numerous modifications to the potential embodiments as described herein, and changes can be made without departing from the scope and spirit of the potential embodiments as defined by the appended claims. Furthermore, any features of one described embodiment can be applicable to the other embodiments described herein.

Claims

1. A partition comprising: a base;a plurality of supports extending from the base;a frame extending upwardly from the base, the frame comprising a cross bar spaced apart from the base;an armor carrier removably attached to the cross bar;a first armor panel removably attached to the armor carrier; anda second armor panel removably attached to the armor carrier, the second armor panel overlapping the first armor panel.

2. The partition of claim 1, wherein the plurality of supports are pivotably mounted to the base.

3. The partition of claim 2, Wherein each of the plurality of supports comprises a first portion and a second portion, the first portion telescopically adjustable relative to the second portion.

4. The partition of claim 1, wherein the frame comprises a first vertical support a second vertical support, andwherein the cross bar is positioned between the first vertical support and the second vertical support.

5. The partition of claim 1, wherein the frame comprises:a first vertical arm extending from the base;a second vertical arm extending from the base; anda carrier structure comprising a first vertical support attached to the cross bar, and a second vertical support attached to the cross bar,wherein the first vertical support is removably connected to the first vertical arm and the second vertical support is removably connected to the second vertical arm.

6. The partition of claim 5, wherein each of the first vertical arm and the second vertical arm comprises a first portion and a second portion, the first portion telescopically adjustable relative to the second portion.

7. The partition of claim 6, wherein the first vertical arm is pivotably attached to the base, andWherein the second vertical arm is pivotably attached to the base.

8. The partition of claim 1, wherein the armor carrier comprises a first pocket configured to receive at least a portion of the first armor panel therein; andwherein the armor carrier comprises a second pocket configured to receive at least a portion of the second armor panel therein.

9. The partition of claim 1, wherein the armor carrier comprises a first brace configured to receive a portion of the first armor panel therein; andwherein the armor carrier comprises a second brace configured to receive a portion of the second armor panel therein.

10. A partition comprising: a base;a plurality of supports extending from the base;a first plurality of channel components extending upward from the base, the first plurality of channel components forming a first elongated recess;a second plurality of channel components extending upward from the base, the second plurality of channel components forming a second elongated recess; anda first armor panel, at least a first portion of the first armor panel positioned in the first elongated recess and at least a second portion of the first armor panel positioned in the second elongated recess.

11. The partition of claim 10, wherein the plurality of supports are pivotably mounted to the base.

12. The partition of claim 11, wherein each of the plurality of supports comprises a first portion and a second portion, the first portion telescopically adjustable relative to the second portion.

13. The partition of claim 10, further comprising a cross bar extending from the first plurality of channel components to the second plurality of channel components.

14. The partition of claim 10, wherein the first plurality of channel components comprises at least a first channel component and a second channel component, the second channel component removably coupled to the first channel component; andwherein the second plurality of channel components comprises at least a third channel component and fourth channel component, the fourth channel component removably coupled to the third channel component.

15. The partition of claim 14, further comprising: a first base assembly coupled to the base, the first channel component removably coupled to the first base assembly; anda second base assembly coupled to the base, the second channel component removably coupled to the second base assembly.

16. The partition of claim 10, further comprising: a second armor panel, at least a first portion of the second armor panel positioned in the first elongated recess and at least a second portion of the second armor panel positioned in the second elongated recess,wherein a third portion of the second armor panel overlaps with a third portion of the first armor panel.

17. The partition of claim 16, wherein the third portion of the second armor panel extends at least from the first elongated recess to the second elongated recess and the third portion of the first armor panel extends at least from the first elongated recess to the second elongated recess.

18. The partition of claim 16, further comprising: a bracket, the bracket removably coupled to the third portion of the first armor panel and removably coupled to the third portion of the second armor panel, the bracket securing the second armor panel relative to the first armor panel.

19. The partition of claim 18, wherein the bracket comprises a first recess and a second recess, the third portion of the first armor panel received in the first recess and the third portion of the second panel received in the second recess.