Bolt-Free Ballistic Shield Cover for One-Handed Rifle Support
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing man-portable ballistic shields are heavy, causing user fatigue and discomfort, limiting mobility and agility, and require both hands for manipulation, hindering weapon use and identification in critical situations.
Innovation Solution
A lightweight, bolt-free load bearing shield cover with a rifle support bracket and modular design, allowing for easy attachment of accessories, identification, and expandable protection, featuring a drop-down shield cover expansion kit.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional metal or ballistic fabric shields are used to provide NIJ Level IIIA or III protection, then ballistic protection is achieved, but weight increases to 20-40 pounds causing user fatigue and reduced mobility
Solution Approach 1:
The shield system is divided into separate functional components: a lightweight cover made from 1000 Denier Nylon with Mil-Spec webbing, and a removable ballistic panel. This segmentation allows the cover to be lightweight while the ballistic panel provides protection only when needed, reducing overall weight while maintaining protection capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention uses composite construction combining 1000 Denier Nylon fabric with Mil-Spec webbing and stitching to create a lightweight cover that integrates multiple functional properties (weight reduction, durability, attachment capability) without requiring heavy metal construction.
2Reliability
If heavy ballistic shields are used to ensure adequate protection, then protection reliability is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates due to difficulty in holding and manipulating the shield with one hand
Solution Approach 1:
By separating the shield into a lightweight cover and removable ballistic panel, the system enables one-handed manipulation of the cover while the ballistic panel can be independently attached or removed, improving operational ease without sacrificing protection when the panel is deployed.
Solution Approach 2:
The shield system transitions from a static heavy structure to a dynamic configuration where the ballistic panel can be quickly attached or removed from the lightweight cover, allowing the user to adapt the shield's weight and functionality based on operational needs.
3Reliability
If traditional shield designs are used, then protection is provided, but adaptability deteriorates due to inability to quickly attach accessories, identification markers, or expand protection in critical situations
Solution Approach 1:
The cover incorporates Molle webbing and D-rings that serve multiple functions: attaching the ballistic panel, mounting accessories like pouches and equipment, and providing structural attachment points. This multi-functionality enhances adaptability without compromising the protective function.
Solution Approach 2:
The modular design with separate cover and panel allows independent attachment of accessories to the cover while maintaining the protective function, enabling the system to adapt to various operational requirements without sacrificing protection.
4Manufacturing precision
If bolt-free design is used to maintain shield integrity, then manufacturing precision and integrity are improved, but device complexity increases due to need for alternative attachment mechanisms
Solution Approach 1:
The Molle webbing and D-rings serve as intermediary attachment mechanisms that connect the ballistic panel to the cover without requiring bolts, screws, or holes in the ballistic panel itself. This intermediary system maintains shield integrity while providing secure attachment.
Solution Approach 2:
Traditional mechanical fasteners (bolts, screws) are replaced with a webbing-based attachment system using Molle clips and D-rings, simplifying the attachment mechanism while maintaining secure connection and preserving the integrity of the ballistic panel.
Data Source
AI summary
A portable bullet-proof shield comprising a load bearing shield cover for integrating a bolt free bullet resistant ballistic protective shield; said bullet resistant ballistic protective shield has no bolts, screws, or holes drilled into the ballistic protective shield, thereby not compromising the integrity of the shield; said load bearing shield cover has a high impact forearm padding, a forearm strap, and an integrated adjustable handle, which is intended to reduce fatigued and increase mobility of a user; one or more clips that are interwoven into said load bearing shield cover to provide clamping support for connecting a drop-down shield cover to said load bearing shield cover; said drop-down shield cover will provide further bullet proof protection beyond the size of said load bearing shield cover to then drop down and protect the lower area of a user's body, and a rifle support bracket having two connector pieces, a back connector piece which is interwoven into said load bearing shield cover and a front connector piece which is also interwoven into said load bearing shield cover and one or more screw to hold the two connect pieces together.