Ballistic Deflection Device Angled Sidewalls
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Solution Overview
Problem
Firearm users face the risk of unintentional discharge when carrying a firearm in a holster, which can lead to injury or death due to trigger actuation by the user or foreign objects, and existing safety mechanisms may impair usability or be easily disabled.
Innovation Solution
A ballistic deflection device with a backing plate and a ballistic deflection section featuring angled sidewalls and a resin layer, designed to absorb and deflect the energy of a discharged bullet, preventing injury and allowing for seamless attachment to various holsters and harsh conditions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a safety mechanism is engaged to prevent unintentional discharge, then firearm safety is improved, but the user's ability to operate the firearm is impaired
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a ballistic deflection section as an intermediary protective structure between the firearm barrel and the user's body. This passive mechanical barrier deflects accidentally discharged bullets away from the user without interfering with the trigger mechanism or firearm operation, thus improving safety while maintaining full operability.
Solution Approach 2:
The ballistic deflection section is positioned in advance within the holster to intercept and deflect bullets before they can reach the user's body. This pre-positioned protective measure cushions against the harmful effect of accidental discharge without requiring any action from the user during normal operation.
2Reliability
If a ballistic deflection section with angled sidewalls is added to the holster, then protection from accidental discharge is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The ballistic deflection section employs curved sidewalls that angle toward the center of the section, creating a streamlined contour that effectively deflects bullets through geometric design rather than complex mechanical mechanisms. This curvature-based approach achieves superior protection while maintaining structural simplicity and ease of manufacturing.
Solution Approach 2:
The holster integrates a backing plate made of high-hardness material (Brinell hardness at least 550) with the ballistic deflection section. This composite construction combines different materials with complementary properties to achieve effective bullet deflection and structural durability without requiring overly complex designs.
3Reliability
If the ballistic chamber narrows from first end to second end, then bullet deflection effectiveness is improved, but the manufacturing precision requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The narrowing ballistic chamber employs smooth curved transitions rather than sharp angles or abrupt changes. This curved geometry maintains effective bullet deflection while being more tolerant of manufacturing variations, as curves are easier to form consistently through molding or machining processes compared to precise angular features.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The device effectively protects the user from injury by deflecting and absorbing the energy of accidental firearm discharges, ensuring safety and reliability while maintaining ease of use and compatibility with different holster configurations.
Implementation Method 1
designed to absorb and deflect the energy of a discharged bullet
Implementation Method 2
The device can include a material having a Brinell hardness at least 550
Data Source
AI summary
A ballistic deflection device including a backing plate configured to be attached to a holster, a ballistic deflection section coupled to a bottom portion of the backing plate, wherein the ballistic deflection section includes a first side wall, a second side wall projecting, and rear wall, wherein the rear wall is defines a non-zero angle with respect to the backing plate.