Elastomer Trigger Energy Absorber for Firearm Accuracy
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Solution Overview
Problem
Firearms experience accuracy and stability issues due to the abrupt transfer of kinetic energy from the trigger release, which is not effectively addressed by traditional methods that focus on reducing trigger pull force, potentially compromising safety.
Innovation Solution
A trigger energy absorption device using a dampening elastomer is placed between the trigger and the frame assembly to absorb the energy of the trigger pull, preventing shock load transfer and maintaining sight alignment during firing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If traditional methods reduce trigger pull force to improve accuracy, then accuracy is improved, but safety is compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an energy absorption element as an intermediary component between the trigger and the shooter's finger. This element absorbs excess kinetic energy from the trigger pull, preventing both the harmful shock transfer that degrades accuracy and the excessive force that compromises safety. The intermediary absorbs and dissipates energy that would otherwise be transferred directly to the firearm components.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent converts the harmful kinetic energy and shock loads generated during trigger operation into beneficial energy absorption and dissipation. By positioning energy absorption elements to capture this energy, the system transforms what would be detrimental shock and vibration into controlled energy management, improving both accuracy and safety simultaneously.
2Manufacturing precision
If trigger pull force is reduced to improve accuracy, then accuracy is improved, but trigger reset speed deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The energy absorption element acts as a mediator that manages the kinetic energy dynamics of the trigger system. It allows the trigger to reset quickly by absorbing residual energy that would otherwise slow the reset process, while still providing the shock absorption needed for accuracy.
3Device complexity
If shock load transfer is allowed to occur during trigger release, then device complexity is reduced, but accuracy deteriorates due to sight alignment changes
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces energy absorption elements as intermediaries between moving trigger components and the firearm frame. These elements absorb shock loads and prevent their transfer to the frame and sight alignment system, thereby maintaining accuracy without requiring complex active control mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The energy absorption elements are pre-positioned in the trigger assembly to provide cushioning before shock loads occur. This beforehand cushioning prevents harmful vibrations and movements that would degrade sight alignment and accuracy, while keeping the overall device design simple.
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 device enhances firearm accuracy and repeatability by reducing kinetic energy transfer, maintaining stability without compromising safety, and improving trigger reset speed.
Implementation Method 1
a dampening energy absorbing element that fits between the back side of the firearm trigger and the trigger guard
Implementation Method 2
dampen trigger shock force transfer to the frame assembly
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AI summary
An elastomer shock absorber for the trigger assembly of a firearm utilizing an elastomer shock absorber positioned between a moving part of the trigger assembly and the frame assembly. Adhesive mounting of the elastomer to the back of the trigger or positioning the elastomer internal to the frame assembly both provide significant reductions in the shock transfer of trigger energy to the gun body, thereby increasing the accuracy of the firearm.