Double Barrel Adjustment Assembly for Angular Orientation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Double barrel firearms lack an adjustment mechanism for angular orientation of the barrels, limiting their precision and versatility.
Innovation Solution
A double barrel adjustment assembly with rotatable members and complementary surfaces allows for adjustable angular orientation of the barrels, enabling azimuth and elevation adjustments without modifying the external barrel surfaces, applicable to various types of double barrel weapons.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If no adjustment mechanism is provided for the barrels, then the device structure remains simple, but the angular orientation precision and versatility are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The adjustment mechanism is segmented into two independent rotatable adjustment members, each controlling one barrel's angular orientation. This allows independent adjustment of each barrel in two rotational directions, achieving precise angular control while keeping each adjustment unit relatively simple and modular.
Solution Approach 2:
The adjustment members are designed to be rotatable, providing dynamic adjustability for the barrels' angular orientation. This enables the weapon system to adapt to different firing configurations and targets by dynamically changing the barrel angles without altering the basic structure.
2Adaptability or versatility
If adjustment mechanisms are added to each barrel, then angular orientation adjustability is improved, but the device complexity and number of components increase
Solution Approach 1:
Each rotatable adjustment member serves multiple functions: it adjusts the angular orientation of one barrel in two rotational directions (azimuth and elevation), and can be locked at various positions. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate adjustment mechanisms for each degree of freedom, thereby reducing overall complexity while improving versatility.
Solution Approach 2:
The adjustment mechanism merges the adjustment functions for both barrels into a coordinated system where two adjustment members work together on a common mounting structure. This merging allows for synchronized or independent adjustment of both barrels, providing versatile firing configurations while avoiding the complexity of completely separate adjustment systems.
3Strength
If the adjustment assembly is installed on the external surface of the barrels, then the barrel structure remains intact, but the adjustment mechanism may be more vulnerable to external factors
Solution Approach 1:
The adjustment members are designed with built-in locking capabilities that can be engaged to secure the barrels at desired angular positions. This preliminary locking action prevents unintended movement or drift of the adjustment mechanism, enhancing its reliability while keeping the barrel structure intact and strong.
Data Source
AI summary
A double barrel adjustment assembly includes first and second barrel receiving members, each of which is formed with a bore for passing therethrough a barrel of a weapon. The first and second barrel receiving members are formed with complementary surfaces. The double barrel adjustment assembly further includes rotatable first and second adjustment members. One end of the first adjustment member is rotatingly mounted in the second barrel receiving member and an opposite end of the first adjustment member is rotatingly mounted in the first barrel receiving member. One end of the second adjustment member is rotatingly mounted in the first barrel receiving member and an opposite end of the second adjustment member is rotatingly mounted in the second barrel receiving member.