Universal Firearm Accessory Mounting Assembly

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing firearm mounting systems require unique accessories for each type of firearm, necessitating multiple devices and tools, which is inconvenient and inefficient.

Innovation Solution

A flexible and adjustable mounting system with a housing, detachable and fixed mounting assemblies, and a sliding tab allows for universal attachment of auxiliary devices like tactical illuminators to various firearms, accommodating different sizes and configurations.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If a separate auxiliary device is created for each firearm type, then the mounting system fits each firearm perfectly, but the user must carry multiple devices and tools

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemounting compatibilityVSAvoidnumber of accessories
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The mounting system employs a universal quick-release bracket design that can be attached to multiple types of firearms (rifles, shotguns, pistols) through various mounting locations such as rail systems, barrel bands, and pistol rails. This single multi-functional device replaces the need for multiple firearm-specific accessories, allowing users to mount tactical lights, scopes, or other auxiliary devices on different firearm types without carrying separate mounting kits for each weapon.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Reliability

If a separate auxiliary device is created for each firearm type, then the mounting system is optimized for each weapon, but the user must be familiar with multiple mounting systems and carry multiple tools

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemounting precisionVSAvoiduser convenience
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The quick-release mounting system incorporates self-aligning features and tool-free operation mechanisms. The bracket design includes built-in alignment guides that automatically position the auxiliary device correctly when attached to the firearm, eliminating the need for users to manually adjust alignment or understand complex mounting procedures for different weapon types. The system serves itself by providing consistent mounting geometry across all firearm types through its universal design.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

3Object-generated harmful factors

If the auxiliary device is mounted close to the barrel, then residue accumulation is prevented, but the device may interfere with firearm operation

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveresidue accumulationVSAvoidfirearm operation
Core Design Contradiction:
Object-generated harmful factorsVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The mounting system provides adjustable positioning capabilities that allow the auxiliary device to be mounted at different locations along the firearm barrel. Users can select the optimal mounting position based on their specific needs: positions closer to the muzzle for minimizing residue accumulation on optical devices, or positions further back to avoid interference with firearm operation such as magazine insertion or ejection. This localized adaptability ensures both residue prevention and operational compatibility.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

Data Source

PatentUS10557688B2Accessory mounting assembly for a firearm
Publication Date: 2020.02.11 LA POLICE GEAR INC
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AI summary

A mounting assembly for securing an auxiliary device to a firearm is provided. The mounting assembly allows a variety of different sizes of auxiliary devices to be adjustably mounted to a firearm. The mounting assembly may be secured to mounting rails located on opposing sides of the bottom of a barrel of a firearm.