Aimable Device Stock With Integrated Bipod Receiver
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional bipods for aimable devices require additional rail systems for mounting, which increase cost and complexity, and may not be universally compatible with all devices.
Innovation Solution
A stock design for aimable devices featuring a shoulder mount, firing grip, and a pivotable support leg with a receiver to hold the leg in place, allowing adjustable positioning for stabilization and aiming, without the need for external rail systems.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional bipods are mounted using rail systems (e.g., Picatinny rail), then mounting stability and adjustability are improved, but device complexity and cost increase due to additional rail components
Solution Approach 1:
The bipod mounting function is merged with the existing stock structure by utilizing the receiver (a pre-existing component in the stock) as the mounting interface. This eliminates the need for separate rail systems while maintaining secure attachment, as the receiver provides integrated mounting holes and structural support directly within the stock body.
Solution Approach 2:
The receiver serves multiple functions: it houses the firing mechanism, provides structural support for the stock, and simultaneously acts as the mounting interface for the bipod. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for dedicated rail systems, reducing overall device complexity while maintaining mounting stability.
2Adaptability or versatility
If bipods are integrated with firearm stocks using mounting holes or posts, then compatibility and ease of installation are improved, but structural integrity and adjustability may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting holes are integrated directly into the receiver structure rather than being separate features. This merging ensures that the mounting points are structurally sound and maintain the strength of the receiver while providing universal compatibility for bipod attachment across different firearm platforms.
Solution Approach 2:
The bipod leg incorporates a telescoping mechanism with multiple lockable positions, allowing dynamic adjustment of leg length and angle. This maintains structural integrity through positive locking at each position while providing the adaptability needed for various shooting positions and terrain conditions.
3Adaptability or versatility
If additional rail systems are added to aimable devices, then mounting options and versatility are improved, but cost and manufacturing complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The receiver is designed to serve multiple purposes: housing the firing mechanism, providing structural support, and offering standardized mounting holes for bipod attachment. This universal design provides mounting versatility without requiring separate rail systems, thereby simplifying manufacturing and reducing costs.
Solution Approach 2:
The stock's existing receiver structure automatically provides the mounting interface for the bipod, eliminating the need for additional manufactured components. The mounting holes are formed as part of the receiver fabrication process, making the system self-sufficient and reducing overall manufacturing complexity.
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AI summary
Stocks for aimable devices are provided. In one aspect, stock has a body mechanically associated with the aimable device and movable to determine an aiming axis of the aimable device, a shoulder mount positioned proximate to one end of the body, a firing grip positioned apart from the shoulder mount along a length of the body; a support leg having a mounting end pivotably mounted to the body between the firing grip and an end of the body opposite from the shoulder mount and having a foot end movable between a first range of positions and a second range of positions and a receiver located between the mounting of the support leg to the body and the firing grip and adapted to releasably hold the support leg in the first range of positions wherein the at least one support leg provides a grippable forestock.