Barrels TRIZ Cases

Automated bore probing lets a CNC machine cut rifle barrel chambers with high concentricity, less setup time, and fewer specialized reamers.

A keyed billet and rib-based fixturing keep gun barrels aligned through 5-axis CNC milling, cutting handling and machining time.

A keyed billet held in one 5-axis setup cuts gun barrel machining time and avoids misalignment from repeated loading.

An elongated barrel gas port entrance reduces projectile contact, preserving shooting accuracy and slowing barrel wear during gas extraction.

A heated barrel core is cured inside a carbon fiber shell to lock in tension, cutting weight while boosting rigidity and shot accuracy.

Rifled spin ejects and expands a packed net, improving launch stability, range, and repeatable UAV capture with a lighter, simpler projectile.

Symmetric suppression tubes and a gas redirector cool and redirect propellant flow to cut rotary gun noise, flash, and shock waves.

Asymmetric land profiles in firearm barrels redirect gas flow to reduce blow-by, erosion, and accuracy loss during firing.

Alternating arcuate and linear rifling portions reduce engraving and friction while preserving projectile stability and barrel life.

Isolated blast chambers keep cartridge gas out of non-firing barrels, limiting fouling and heat transfer while extending component life.

The barrel process fixes chamber depth before heat treatment, then adds composite wrapping for lower weight and longer life.

The chamber is machined to final depth before heat treatment, then composite wrapping reduces weight without heat damage.

A woven stainless steel mesh layer inside a carbon fiber composite sleeve conducts heat lengthwise, reducing barrel weight by 50% while maintaining stiffness.

Segmented design prevents headspace wear during caliber swaps while fluting reduces weight and improves heat dissipation.

Ceramic matrix liner and metal overwrap resist overheating during continuous firing to preserve mortar durability.

Variable twist rifling resolves chamber survivability constraints by modulating torque spikes and pressure relief zones to maximize propellant work.

Ribs and pins distribute thermal stress at transition regions to prevent interface fracture.

Longitudinal grooves merge with rifling to vent expanding gases, lowering internal pressure and achieving subsonic speeds without specialized ammunition.

Rotatable adjustment members enable precise angular orientation of firearm barrels without modifying external surfaces.

Multiple shallow rifling grooves reduce buffeting effects from shock waves on bullet lands, ensuring consistent impact points.

Perforated steel cores in composite barrels distribute combustion forces evenly, reducing weight without sacrificing accuracy or heat dissipation.

Integrating rifling formation into the extrusion process eliminates costly secondary operations and enables production of small caliber barrels.

A sporting rifle integrates a sound suppressor via over-moulded material around the barrel.

A segmented pistol barrel system combines a steel insert with an aluminum receiver to enable caliber swapping.

Parallel aiming axes and independent elevation control resolve bulky fixed designs, enabling wider protection coverage on constrained vehicle platforms.

Bonding dry prepreg carbon fibers around a mandrel creates a lightweight composite structure that reduces firearm weight while maintaining strength.

Machining a solid metal block eliminates soldering, enabling closer barrel spacing and improved straightness.

A rifling rate design method uses node selection and PCHIP interpolation to generate a smooth profile from breech to muzzle.

Radially inward ribs on polygonal barrel arched segments enable unique forensic identification without compromising gas seal or muzzle velocity.

A firearm barrel mono-block undergoes complete thermal treatment before assembly to ensure uniform mechanical characteristics.

A gun barrel with piecewise helical fluting combines single-start manufacturing simplicity with multi-start structural rigidity.

Asymmetric polygonal lands accommodate thicker chrome layers to prevent shearing and extend barrel service life under high pressure.

Gradient winding angles align the composite shell thermal expansion with the steel liner to eliminate interlaminar stress and preserve firing accuracy.

Segmented baffle design with wad stoppers prevents plastic expansion damage while maintaining continuous gas flow.

Polygonal rifling design minimizes bullet deformation, maintaining center of gravity for accurate projectile travel.

Segregated expansion chambers nested within the barrel wall redirect propellant gases to reduce acoustic signature without increasing firearm length or weight.

A tubular weapon barrel mount uses a slotted bearing section to absorb vibration and accommodate thermal expansion.

Radially outward U channels divert sonic blast gases away from the bullet channel, reducing muzzle intensity while maintaining structural simplicity.

Integrating a suppressor into the barrel stabilizes harmonics and eliminates re-sighting requirements.

A suppressor cover uses lower intake and upper exhaust ports to guide heated air away from the shooter's line of sight.

Segmented barrel design with expansion joint accommodates thermal expansion, preventing bowing and maintaining alignment without rigid heat-based joining.

Multi-lobe barrel design incorporates longitudinal stiffening rods into a polymer matrix composite overwrap to enhance axial stiffness.

Curved arc segments induce projectile spin without deformation, reducing friction and heat to maintain velocity.

Metallic coating applied to gun barrel bore surfaces enhances structural integrity and operational lifespan.

Applying local quality via varying flute dimensions along the barrel length to resolve weight reduction versus stress performance trade-offs.

Segmented chamber assemblies replace worn barrels without gunsmithing, preserving concentricity and reducing material waste.

An asymmetric rifling profile with a shallow trailing edge angle reduces friction and barrel wear while maintaining projectile engagement.

Segmented composite rifle barrels isolate wraps from hot gas ports, preventing thermal degradation while maintaining structural integrity.