Arc-shaped automatic ammunition loading machine

By using the guide rail and guide groove structure of the arc-shaped automatic loader, combined with the motor and electric push rod, the problems of slow loading speed and small ammunition rack are solved, enabling rapid loading and firing of longer ammunition, thus improving loading efficiency and safety.

CN224136468UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-17NANJING INST OF MECHATRONIC TECH
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
NANJING INST OF MECHATRONIC TECH
Filing Date
2025-05-28
Publication Date
2026-04-17

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Technical Problem

Existing automatic loaders suffer from slow loading speed, small and difficult-to-protect ammunition racks, and are unable to fire longer penetrating projectiles.

Method used

The machine adopts an arc-shaped automatic loading mechanism, which uses a lead screw to drive the pusher to move. The guide rail and guide groove structure realizes the rapid pushing of ammunition. Combined with the synchronous operation of the motor and electric push rod, it realizes all-angle and all-directional loading.

Benefits of technology

It enables rapid loading, longer ammunition firing, and a large ammunition rack that is easy to protect, thus improving loading efficiency and safety.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of ammunition loading machines, in particular to an arc-shaped automatic ammunition loading machine which comprises a to-be-launched ammunition frame and is characterized in that a base is installed at the bottom of the to-be-launched ammunition frame, two oppositely-distributed guide rails are arranged on one side of the to-be-launched ammunition frame, an ammunition conveying device is arranged between the two guide rails, and the ammunition conveying device is arranged on the base. Driving shafts are rotatably connected to the two sides of the ammunition conveying device, guide grooves are formed in the two sides, located at the upper end, of the ammunition conveying device, guide rods are installed in the two guide grooves, ammunition pushing devices are arranged in the two guide grooves, the two sides of the ammunition pushing devices are slidably connected to the circumferential outer walls of the two guide rods, and a gun door is installed at the top ends of the two guide rails; after ammunition is loaded on the ammunition conveying device, the ammunition pushing device is pushed through the two electric push rods, the ammunition is pushed to move towards one end when the ammunition pushing device moves, the ammunition is pushed into the gun door, and therefore rapid loading can be achieved, and the overall structure is simple.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of loading machine technology, specifically to an arc-shaped automatic loading machine. Background Technology

[0002] Automatic loaders, as a key component of modern military equipment, are designed based on the concept of firearm magazines. They aim to reduce the physical labor of artillery or tank operators and save time in loading shells. The main goal of this innovative equipment is to improve combat efficiency and reduce the tediousness and delays of manual operation.

[0003] Currently, the most widely used automatic loading methods are disc loading and tail-barrel loading. Disc loading machines have disadvantages such as slow loading speed, small ammunition racks, difficulty in protecting the ammunition racks, and inability to use projectiles with longer penetration rods. Tail-barrel loading cannot fire complete projectiles with longer penetration rods. This project focuses on solving these disadvantages and better adapting to future combat conditions.

[0004] In view of this, we have studied and improved the existing problems to provide an arc-shaped automatic loading machine with a reasonable structural design, high stability, and comprehensive application. The aim is to solve the problems and improve the practical value through this technology. Utility Model Content

[0005] After the ammunition is transported to the upper end, the screw drives the pusher to move to one end. As the pusher moves, it pushes the ammunition to one end, thus pushing the ammunition into the gun door. This allows for rapid loading. The overall structure is simple, and it can fire full-load ammunition with longer penetration rods. It can load ammunition at all angles and in all directions. The ammunition rack is larger and easier to protect than a rotary loader, realizing an arc-shaped automatic loader.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: an arc-shaped automatic loading machine, including a ready-to-fire ammunition rack, characterized in that: a base is installed at the bottom of the ready-to-fire ammunition rack, two opposing guide rails are provided on one side of the ready-to-fire ammunition rack, an ammunition feeder is provided between the two guide rails, a drive shaft is rotatably connected to both sides of the ammunition feeder, guide grooves are installed on both sides of the upper end of the ammunition feeder, guide rods are installed inside the two guide grooves, a pusher is provided in the two guide grooves, and the two sides of the pusher are slidably connected to the outer circumferential walls of the two guide rods, and a gun door is installed at the top of the two guide rails.

[0007] Preferably, the two guide rails are arc-shaped.

[0008] Preferably, both guide rails have internal grooves, and connecting discs are slidably connected to the sides of the grooves. A motor is mounted on the connecting disc. The two drive shafts are located in their respective grooves. The output shaft of the motor is connected to the drive shaft. The outer diameter of the drive shaft matches the size of the groove, and the groove supports the drive shaft.

[0009] Preferably, one end of each of the two guide grooves is fixedly connected to an electric push rod, and one end of the electric push rod is fixed to the pusher.

[0010] Preferably, springs are fitted onto the outer circumference of both guide rods, and the two ends of the springs are fixed to the pusher and the guide rod, respectively.

[0011] This utility model has the following advantages: When in use, after the ammunition is loaded onto the feeder, the feeder is pushed by two electric push rods. As the feeder moves, it pushes the ammunition to one end and pushes the ammunition into the gun door, thus achieving rapid loading. The overall structure is simple, and it can fire full-load ammunition with longer penetration rods. It can load ammunition at all angles and in all directions. The ammunition rack is larger and easier to protect than the wheel loader. Attached Figure Description

[0012] Figure 1 This is an overall structural diagram of the arc-shaped automatic loading machine proposed in this utility model;

[0013] Figure 2 This is one of the partial structural diagrams of the arc-shaped automatic loading machine proposed in this utility model;

[0014] Figure 3 This is the second partial structural diagram of the arc-shaped automatic loading machine proposed in this utility model;

[0015] Figure 4 This is a partial structural cross-sectional view of the arc-shaped automatic loading machine proposed in this utility model.

[0016] Legend:

[0017] 1. Ready-to-fire ammunition rack; 2. Base; 3. Guide rail; 4. Motor; 5. Drive shaft; 6. Ammunition feeder; 7. Guide groove; 8. Electric push rod; 9. Guide rod; 10. Thruster; 11. Spring; 12. Gun door. Detailed Implementation

[0018] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0019] Reference Figure 1-4 An embodiment of this utility model provides an arc-shaped automatic loading machine, including a ready-to-fire ammunition rack 1. A base 2 is installed at the bottom of the ready-to-fire ammunition rack 1. In use, a rubber pad is provided on the base 2 to provide a certain shock absorption and protection for the ready-to-fire ammunition rack 1. At the same time, two opposing guide rails 3 are provided on one side of the ready-to-fire ammunition rack 1. An ammunition feeder 6 is provided between the two guide rails 3. Both sides of the ammunition feeder 6 are rotatably connected to drive shafts 5. Guide grooves 7 are installed on both sides of the upper end of the ammunition feeder 6. Guide rods 9 are installed inside the two guide grooves 7. A pusher 10 is provided in the two guide grooves 7, and the two sides of the pusher 10 are slidably connected to the outer circumferential walls of the two guide rods 9. A gun door 12 is installed at the top of the two guide rails 3.

[0020] In an optional embodiment: the two guide rails 3 are arc-shaped.

[0021] In an optional embodiment: both guide rails 3 have internal grooves, and connecting plates are slidably connected to the sides of the grooves. Motors 4 are mounted on the connecting plates, and two drive shafts 5 are located in their respective grooves. The output shafts of the motors 4 are connected to the drive shafts 5. The outer diameter of the drive shafts 5 matches the size of the grooves, and the grooves support the drive shafts 5. When loading ammunition, the two motors 4 are started, and the two motors 4 rotate synchronously to rotate the drive shafts 5. Through the rotation of the drive shafts 5, the drive shafts move from top to bottom in the grooves within the guide rails 3, thereby causing the ammunition feeder 6 to move downward as a whole. When the ammunition feeder 6 moves to be flush with the ammunition rack 1, the ammunition on the ammunition rack 1 is pushed onto the ammunition feeder 6. Then, the two motors 4 rotate synchronously in opposite directions to rotate the drive shafts 5. The ammunition feeder 6 moves upward to correspond with the gun door 12 and then stops.

[0022] In an optional embodiment: one end of each of the two guide slots 7 is fixedly connected to an electric push rod 8, and one end of the electric push rod 8 is fixed to the ramrod 10. When the two electric push rods 8 are activated, they extend synchronously to move the ramrod 10. The ramrod 10 moves to contact the ammunition and pushes the ammunition on the feeder 6 into the gun door 12. Then the electric push rods 8 retract to reset the ramrod 10 to facilitate the next loading, achieving rapid loading. The overall structure is simple, and it can fire full-load ammunition with longer ramrods. It can load ammunition at all angles and in all directions. The ammunition rack 1 is larger and easier to protect than the wheel loader.

[0023] In an optional embodiment: springs 11 are sleeved on the outer circumference of both guide rods 9, and the two ends of the springs 11 are fixed to the pusher 10 and the guide rods 9 respectively. When the pusher 10 moves along the guide rods 9, it squeezes the springs 11, and the springs 11 are compressed by force. When the electric push rod 8 retracts, the springs 11 rebound and reset, which can assist the pusher 10 in resetting.

[0024] Working principle and process: When loading ammunition, the drive shaft 5 is rotated by two sets of motors 4, which in turn drives the ammunition feeder 6 to move along the track of the guide rail 3. The drive shaft 5 does not rotate the ammunition feeder 6 while it is rotating. When the ammunition feeder 6 moves to one end of the guide rail 3, it will be parallel to the ammunition rack 1 and the ammunition will be loaded. After the ammunition is placed on the upper end of the ammunition feeder 6, the drive shaft 5 drives the ammunition feeder 6 to rotate again, thereby conveying the ammunition to the other end of the guide rail 3.

[0025] After the feeder 6 moves to the other end of the guide rail 3 and stops, the two electric push rods 8 are activated. The two electric push rods 8 extend synchronously to move the feeder 10. The feeder 10 moves to contact the ammunition and pushes the ammunition on the feeder 6 into the gun door 12. Then the electric push rods 8 retract to reset the feeder 10, so as to facilitate the next loading and achieve rapid loading.

[0026] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. Arc automatic loader, comprising a magazine (1) of ammunition to be fired, characterized in that: The bottom of the ammunition rack (1) is equipped with a base (2). Two opposing guide rails (3) are provided on one side of the ammunition rack (1). An ammunition feeder (6) is provided between the two guide rails (3). Both sides of the ammunition feeder (6) are rotatably connected to a drive shaft (5). Guide grooves (7) are installed on both sides of the upper end of the ammunition feeder (6). Guide rods (9) are installed inside the two guide grooves (7). A pusher (10) is provided in the two guide grooves (7). The two sides of the pusher (10) are slidably connected to the outer circumference of the two guide rods (9). A gun door (12) is installed at the top of the two guide rails (3).

2. The arcuate auto-charging machine of claim 1, wherein: The two guide rails (3) are arc-shaped.

3. The arcuate auto-charging machine of claim 1, wherein: Both guide rails (3) have internal grooves, and a connecting plate is slidably connected to the side of the groove. A motor (4) is installed on the connecting plate. The two drive shafts (5) are located in the corresponding grooves. The output shaft of the motor (4) is connected to the drive shaft (5). The outer diameter of the drive shaft (5) matches the size of the groove, and the groove supports the drive shaft (5).

4. The arcuate auto-charging machine of claim 1, wherein: One end of each of the two guide grooves (7) is fixedly connected to an electric push rod (8), and one end of the electric push rod (8) is fixed to the pusher (10).

5. The arcuate auto-charging machine of claim 1, wherein: Springs (11) are fitted onto the outer circumference of both guide rods (9), and the two ends of the springs (11) are fixed to the pusher (10) and the guide rods (9) respectively.