Firearm Brace Stabilization with Padded Support and Telescoping Legs
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Solution Overview
Problem
Firearm marksmen, particularly military sharp shooters, face challenges in stabilizing the muzzle end of a firearm against various surfaces and structures, as existing solutions lack effective bracing and securing mechanisms.
Innovation Solution
A padded brace with an attachment portion for securing to a firearm stock, a forward brace portion with a rough or resilient surface for stabilization, and an optional telescoping leg system for adjustable support, allowing the muzzle end to be braced against horizontal or vertical surfaces.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If a hard gripping surface is used for bracing against surfaces, then stabilization is improved, but risk of damaging the surface increases
Solution Approach 1:
The brace incorporates different surface materials in different locations: a hard gripping surface (knurled metal or rubber) on the forward brace portion for stabilization, and a soft padded portion (fabric pouch with particulate material or foam rubber) on the rearward section for surface protection. This local differentiation allows each zone to perform its specific function optimally without compromising the other.
Solution Approach 2:
The brace combines multiple materials with different properties: hard materials (metal, rubber) for gripping and stabilization, soft materials (fabric, particulate fillers, foam rubber) for surface protection. This composite construction allows the single device to simultaneously provide both firm bracing and surface protection.
2Ease of manufacture
If a fixed-brace design is used, then manufacturing simplicity is improved, but adaptability to different surfaces and positions is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The brace incorporates adjustable elements including telescoping multi-position legs that can be extended or retracted, and a padded portion that can be compressed or expanded. These dynamic features allow the brace to adapt to various surface configurations and firing positions while maintaining a relatively simple overall construction.
3Object-affected harmful factors
If a padded portion with particulate material is used, then surface protection is improved, but device weight increases
Solution Approach 1:
The padded portion is constructed as a fabric pouch or sleeve that can be slipped over the firearm muzzle. This flexible shell contains the particulate material while maintaining a relatively lightweight and compact structure. The fabric pouch allows the material to conform to surfaces while protecting them, without requiring heavy rigid construction.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The padded brace effectively stabilizes the firearm by providing a secure and adjustable attachment system, enabling precise aiming and firing on different surfaces without causing superficial damage, while the telescoping legs enhance versatility and usability.
Implementation Method 1
a resilient gripping surface fashioned from a hard rubber material
Implementation Method 2
a bean bag, or a sand bag or other fabric pouch which holds a particulate type material such as plastic beads and the like
Implementation Method 3
The padded portion may also be fashioned from foam rubber or some other suitable material
Data Source
AI summary
A padded brace for a firearm includes a body which is arranged for mounting to the underside of the muzzle end of a firearm stock. The padded brace includes a body which presents a forward facing brace portion which presents a surface which is suitable for gripping upright surfaces. A padded portion is fixed underneath the body. The padded portion is suitable for supporting the muzzle end of the firearm on a ledge such as a window sill. In a second embodiment, retractable, folding legs may be mounted to opposite sides of the body of the padded brace.