Dual-Thread Muzzle Adapter for Simultaneous Accessory Attachment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing firearms require removal of terminal muzzle devices such as muzzle brakes and suppressors to accommodate accessory devices like silencers, causing inconvenience and interference, especially for military and law enforcement personnel.
Innovation Solution
A coupling system is introduced that allows accessory devices to be attached to rifle barrels without removing existing terminal muzzle devices, using a hollow adapter with internal and external threads, enabling the attachment of silencers, percussion shrouds, and other accessories while maintaining the original muzzle devices.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If terminal muzzle devices are removed to accommodate accessory devices, then accessory devices can be attached to the barrel, but operational convenience deteriorates and time is lost
Solution Approach 1:
The system divides the barrel interface into two independent segments: a first threaded shaft for terminal devices and a second threaded shaft for accessory devices. This segmentation allows both device types to be attached simultaneously without interference, eliminating the need to remove one to attach the other.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention transitions from a single-dimensional threaded interface to a multi-dimensional configuration with two separate threaded shafts positioned at different locations on the adapter. This spatial separation in multiple dimensions allows both accessory and terminal devices to coexist on the same barrel.
2Adaptability or versatility
If terminal muzzle devices are removed to accommodate accessory devices, then accessory devices can be attached, but operational interference increases
Solution Approach 1:
By segmenting the threading system into two independent shafts, the invention eliminates interference between accessory devices and terminal devices. Each device type connects to its own dedicated shaft, preventing mechanical conflict and operational interference.
Solution Approach 2:
The adapter serves as an intermediary component between the barrel and both device types. It mediates the connection by providing separate threaded shafts that isolate the interaction paths, allowing accessory and terminal devices to function independently without interfering with each other.
3Adaptability or versatility
If terminal muzzle devices are removed to accommodate accessory devices, then accessory devices can be attached, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The segmentation of the threading system into two independent shafts simplifies the overall process by eliminating the complex sequence of removal and reassembly operations. Users can simply attach both device types to their respective shafts without needing to remove or reassemble terminal devices.
4Device complexity
If a single threaded interface is used for both accessory and terminal devices, then device simplicity is maintained, but adaptability to different device configurations is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The adapter provides universal multi-functionality by incorporating two threaded shafts that can accommodate different device types. The first shaft accepts terminal devices while the second shaft accepts accessory devices, making the adapter a universal interface that handles multiple configurations simultaneously.
Data Source
AI summary
Devices, systems, and methods for adding a coupling system onto the existing accessory thread on a rifle barrel, which allows for existing terminal muzzle devices (such as but not limited to muzzle brakes, flash hiders, muzzle suppressors, and the like) to remain on the barrel and not be removed when accessory devices, such as but not limited to silencers, percussion shrouds, golf ball launchers, tennis ball launchers, cartridge oil filters, and the like, are used with threaded gun barrels.