Ballistic Target Support With Fragment Collection Compartment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing ballistic targets for military training are inefficient due to the accumulation of bullet fragments and dust, requiring costly and complex cleanup operations, and are inflexible in terms of positioning and distance adjustments.
Innovation Solution
A support system for a ballistic target featuring a bulletproof wall with a central and lateral compartment structure that collects projectile fragments, combined with a movable trailer and stabilizing features for secure and versatile use.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If a rigid structure is used to firmly secure targets to the ground for stability, then target stability is improved, but versatility and adaptability for repositioning deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs dynamic elements including telescopic masts with adjustable lengths, movable wheels for repositioning, and hinged arms that can be positioned at various angles. These dynamic components allow the target system to transition between stable operation and easy repositioning, resolving the contradiction between stability and versatility.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If breakable ammunition made of polymeric material and copper is used to reduce environmental impact, then pollutant reduction is improved, but cleanup complexity due to pulverization deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the harmful pulverized fragments from the environment by incorporating a collection container that captures fragments at the point of impact. This extraction principle prevents fragments from dispersing into the environment, eliminating both pollution and cleanup complexity while allowing the use of breakable ammunition.
3Ease of manufacture
If a collection compartment is added to contain projectile fragments, then cleanup operations are simplified, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the collection container with the existing support structure by integrating it into the base unit. The container becomes part of the overall target system rather than a separate addition, minimizing increased complexity while maximizing the benefit of simplified cleanup operations.
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 solution effectively contains and collects projectile fragments, reducing cleanup needs and allowing for flexible and efficient repositioning of the target, enhancing safety and operational convenience.
Implementation Method 1
a bulletproof wall (20) configured to absorb the impact of at least one projectile (19)
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AI summary
A support (1) for a ballistic target comprising a bulletproof wall configured to absorb the impact of at least one projectile. The bulletproof wall has a central portion (2), at least two lateral portions (3) extending from opposite sides of the central portion (2) and diverging away from it (2), and a cover portion (4) extending above the central portion (2) and the lateral portions (3) and diverging away from the central portion (2). The central portion (2), the lateral portions (3) and the cover portion (4) define, in mutual collaboration, a compartment for collecting the projectile.