Multi-Accessory Firearm Mount With Elevated IR Laser Positioning
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional firearm accessory mounts often obstruct the view of the optic reticle due to the positioning of IR lasers, leading to reduced shooting accuracy and inefficiency in using modern shooting stances and body mechanics.
Innovation Solution
A multi-accessory mount assembly for firearms that includes a base with an elevated mount and interchangeable sub mounts, allowing IR lasers to be positioned centrally and elevated, ensuring they do not obstruct the optic's view while providing a clear path for operation, and accommodating various optics configurations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If IR lasers are mounted on conventional firearm accessory mounts, then the lasers can be attached to the firearm, but the lasers obstruct the view of the optic reticle
Solution Approach 1:
The patent positions the IR laser on the distal portion of the mount assembly that extends laterally away from the firearm barrel, rather than mounting it directly on the rail above the barrel. This lateral displacement in a different dimension (perpendicular to the barrel axis) eliminates the obstruction of the optic reticle view while maintaining secure attachment capability.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple accessories are mounted on the firearm rail, then accessory functionality is enhanced, but rail space is consumed and may interfere with shooter's vision and body mechanics
Solution Approach 1:
The mount assembly is divided into distinct functional segments: a proximal portion that attaches to the firearm rail, a neck portion that provides transition and positioning, and a distal portion that mounts the IR laser. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently and enables the entire assembly to be positioned optimally without consuming excessive rail space.
Solution Approach 2:
The mount assembly can be integrated with or positioned relative to other mounting systems, allowing multiple accessories to be arranged in a nested or hierarchical configuration that optimizes space utilization on the firearm while maintaining accessibility and functionality of each accessory.
3Device complexity
If accessories are mounted close to the optic, then the mount structure can be compact, but the accessories may interfere with the shooter's vision and body mechanics
Solution Approach 1:
Instead of extending the mount vertically or longitudinally which would increase compactness in one dimension but interfere with shooter ergonomics, the patent extends the distal portion laterally perpendicular to the barrel axis. This dimensional change allows the IR laser to be positioned away from the shooter's line of sight and body mechanics while maintaining a relatively compact overall structure.
Data Source
AI summary
A multi-accessory mount assembly for use with a firearm, and methods for coupling the assembly to the firearm are provided. The assembly may include a proximal portion having a lower surface configured to be removably coupled to the firearm and an upper surface configured to be removably coupled to a sub mount. The sub mount may be configured to be removably coupled to a first firearm accessory, e.g., an optic scope, a red dot sight, a reflex sight, a night vision monocular or scope, or a magnifier. The assembly further may include a distal portion extending distally from the proximal portion via a neck portion, such that the distal portion is elevated higher than the proximal portion. An upper surface of the distal portion may be configured to be removably coupled to a second firearm accessory, e.g., an infrared laser or a night vision monocular or scope.