Elastic Damping Mount for Telescopic Sight Recoil Protection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing telescopic sight and aiming accessory mounting systems on rifles are prone to damage due to high-frequency impacts during firing, causing misalignment and mechanical stress, leading to damage such as broken lenses and cross-hairs, and screw holes become loose over time, failing to securely hold the accessory.
Innovation Solution
An accessory with a dual longitudinal support system, where the second longitudinal support is connected to the first via damping means, such as polyamide cylinders, providing slight elasticity to absorb recoil impacts while maintaining rigidity, ensuring the telescopic sight remains fixed and undamaged.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the telescopic sight is firmly fixed to the accessory support which is rigid and fixed to the chamber, then the sight is securely held in position, but the sight undergoes sudden deceleration and impact during firing causing damage to the sight fixing and the sight itself
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an elastic element between the accessory support and the chamber that acts as a cushion before the impact occurs. This elastic element absorbs the shock of sudden deceleration during firing, preventing the impact from being transmitted to the telescopic sight while maintaining secure fixation during normal operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the mechanical parameter of the connection between the accessory support and the chamber from rigid to elastic. By introducing an elastic element, the system can now deform slightly under impact loads, changing the way forces are transmitted and protecting the telescopic sight from damage while maintaining reliable fixation.
2Manufacturing precision
If the accessory is rigidly connected to the chamber, then the telescopic sight remains stable and aligned, but high-frequency impacts during firing cause misalignment and mechanical stress leading to damage
Solution Approach 1:
The elastic element serves as a pre-positioned cushion that absorbs high-frequency impacts before they can cause misalignment or mechanical stress. This cushioning effect protects the telescopic sight's alignment and structural integrity during firing while maintaining precision during normal use.
Solution Approach 2:
The elastic element acts as an intermediary between the rigid accessory support and the chamber. It mediates the transmission of forces, allowing the system to maintain alignment while protecting against the harmful effects of high-frequency impacts during firing.
3Reliability
If the support is firmly fixed to the rifle using screws, then the accessory is securely held in position, but the screw holes become loose over time failing to securely hold the accessory
Solution Approach 1:
The patent changes the mounting mechanism from rigid screw fixation to elastic retention. The elastic element maintains continuous contact pressure on the mounting surfaces, adapting to minor movements and wear over time, thereby maintaining secure attachment throughout the service life of the accessory.
Solution Approach 2:
The elastic element introduces dynamic characteristics to the mounting system, allowing it to adapt to changes in the rifle and accessory over time. This dynamic retention mechanism compensates for wear and movement that would cause rigid screw mounts to become loose, maintaining reliable attachment throughout the accessory's service life.
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 accessory effectively reduces mechanical damage from high-frequency impacts, maintaining the telescopic sight's alignment and integrity over time by absorbing recoil energy, preventing loosening of screw holes and ensuring secure fixation.
Implementation Method 1
at least damping means, arranged between both longitudinal supports and fixed to said supports
Implementation Method 2
it incorporates elastic means... the connection between the chamber and the sight is made slightly elastic
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AI summary
The referred rifle or firearm comprises a series of longitudinal grooves (11) on its upper part, facing said accessory (10) and characterised in that said accessory comprises: first longitudinal support (14), with at least one orifice (17) perpendicular to the air rifle (12) or firearm, through which positioning means (16) pass that are housed on the rifle (12) or firearm, defining a firm supporting position between chamber (26) and said first longitudinal support (14).