Adjustable Hunting Weapon Mount with Swivel Joint
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing hunting weapon mounts do not provide a comprehensive solution for securely mounting hunting weapons in tree stands, as they fail to address the issues of adjustable positioning, secure cradling, and pivoting angles, which can lead to accidental falls and unintentional discharges.
Innovation Solution
An adjustable stand with a support base, multiple adjustable cradles, a swivel joint for rotating and securing the base at a pivoting angle, and a mounting device for securing the stand to an external device, such as a tree stand, allowing for customizable height and angle adjustments to securely hold and position hunting weapons.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If hunters hold their weaponry manually in tree stands, then they can maintain control and aim the weapon, but they risk accidental drops and unintentional discharges due to fatigue or falling asleep
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting device is divided into separate functional components: a support base for stability, adjustable cradles for weapon positioning, and a swivel joint for angle adjustment. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function independently, providing secure weapon mounting while maintaining aiming capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The device enables the weapon to support itself through the adjustable cradles and support base structure, freeing the hunter's hands while maintaining proper weapon positioning and aim through the swivel joint mechanism.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed mounting device is used to secure the weapon, then the weapon is stable and secure, but it cannot be adjusted for different aiming angles or positions
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting device incorporates dynamic elements including an adjustable support base with movable cradles and a swivel joint that allows rotation to different angles. These dynamic features enable the weapon to be positioned and secured at various orientations while maintaining stability through the support structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The device allows changing of geometric parameters such as the position of cradles along the support base and the rotation angle of the swivel joint. These parameter adjustments enable adaptation to different weapon types and aiming requirements while maintaining secure mounting.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the mounting device includes multiple adjustable components, then it provides versatile positioning options, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting device is designed as a universal system where the support base, adjustable cradles, and swivel joint work together to accommodate different weapon types and mounting locations. This multi-functionality reduces the need for multiple specialized devices, effectively managing complexity through consolidation of functions.
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AI summary
Systems and methods for mounting a weapon are provided. The system includes an adjustable stand, which includes a support base, at least two adjustable cradles configured to secure a hunting weapon, a swivel joint configured to rotate the support base and secure the support base at a pivoting angle, and a mounting device configured to secure the adjustable stand to an external device, the mounting device being coupled to the swivel joint.