Ammunition Pouch Dispenser with Spring Bracket
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current ammunition pouches for machine guns are cumbersome, require excessive maintenance, and slow down the rapid deployment of ammunition, interfering with military operations and not compatible with modular load-carrying equipment systems.
Innovation Solution
A lightweight, rectangular ammunition pouch with a feed clip and Velcro-compatible fasteners, designed for rapid access and secure storage, compatible with MOLLE and ALICE systems, featuring a spring bracket system to prevent ammunition from falling and allowing for easy attachment to belts and packs.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional ammunition pouches are used for machine guns, then ammunition storage is provided, but the pouches are cumbersome and require excessive maintenance
Solution Approach 1:
The pouch is divided into multiple compartments separated by dividers, allowing different types of ammunition to be stored separately. This segmentation makes the pouch more organized and easier to operate while maintaining a manageable overall structure
Solution Approach 2:
The pouch incorporates multiple functional elements including MOLLE attachment straps for versatile mounting options, multiple access openings for different retrieval methods, and integrated belt loops for secure attachment. This multi-functionality increases ease of operation without proportionally increasing complexity
2Productivity
If traditional ammunition pouches are used, then ammunition storage is provided, but they slow down rapid deployment of ammunition
Solution Approach 1:
Ammunition is pre-organized within the pouch by type and arrangement, with dividers creating predetermined storage zones. This preliminary organization eliminates the need for soldiers to search or sort ammunition during deployment, significantly reducing retrieval time
Solution Approach 2:
The pouch provides multiple access openings at different locations and orientations, allowing ammunition to be retrieved from various directions depending on the soldier's position and situation. This multi-dimensional access capability maintains productivity while reducing time loss in different combat scenarios
3Adaptability or versatility
If traditional ammunition pouches are used, then storage capacity is provided, but they are not compatible with modular load-carrying equipment systems
Solution Approach 1:
The pouch integrates MOLLE attachment straps that enable it to be mounted on various modular load-carrying equipment systems. This universal attachment capability allows the pouch to adapt to different platforms while maintaining its storage capacity through optimized internal compartment design
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables rapid and efficient ammunition access, reducing reload time by over 20 seconds compared to current systems, while maintaining secure storage and compatibility with various load-carrying equipment, ensuring uninterrupted military operations.
Implementation Method 1
Ammunition pouch with dispensor featuring a spring bracket system to prevent ammunition from falling
Implementation Method 2
Ammunition pouch with dispensor designed for rapid access and secure storage, compatible with MOLLE and ALICE systems
Data Source
AI summary
A novel ammunition pouch formed from material cut to form a rectangular container defining an interior opening sized to store ammunition disposed on a belt. The container includes a bottom side, a front side, a back side, a first end and a second end, and a top flap. A feed clip disposed on the first end, the feed clip including a feed clip opening in communication with the interior compartment, the feed clip opening sized to accommodate the ammunition disposed on a belt, including an upper spring bracket and lower spring bracket attached around the feed clip opening and positioned to provide a slip-fit for the ammunition disposed on the belt to passthru. A strap with a first end mechanically coupled with the feed clip, and second end with at least one of a clip and a Velcro-compatible fastener for removably coupling with the second end of ammunition pouch.