Firearm Coupler with Modular Attachment Features
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is a need for devices that allow firearms to be carried in a ready-to-use position without being held in the user's hands, while minimizing interference with the user's actions and being simple, easy to manufacture, and reliable.
Innovation Solution
A device comprising a coupler that attaches to a firearm and can catch onto a user's article, such as a vest or harness, using various attachment features like rings, clamps, or straps, allowing the firearm to be securely held in a hand-free configuration.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a firearm is carried in a ready-to-use position outside the user's hands, then accessibility and readiness are improved, but the device may interfere with the user's actions and operations
Solution Approach 1:
The device divides the firearm carrying function into separate modular components: a coupler that attaches to the firearm and attachment features (rings, clips, straps) that connect to the user's gear. This segmentation allows the firearm to be carried hands-free while the user retains full mobility and the device can be quickly detached if needed.
2Ease of manufacture
If a device is designed to be simple and easy to manufacture, then manufacturing cost and complexity are reduced, but reliability and secure attachment may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The device utilizes existing structures on the firearm (such as the handguard, receiver, or stock) and existing gear on the user (vests, harnesses, belts with MOLLE or PALS webbing) to provide secure attachment. The simple rings and clips leverage these existing structures without requiring complex custom attachment mechanisms, achieving both simplicity and reliability.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple attachment features are provided (rings, clamps, straps), then versatility and adaptability are improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The device employs universal attachment features such as standard-sized rings and clips that can interface with multiple types of gear (MOLLE, PALS, belts, harnesses) and can be used with various firearm configurations. This multi-functionality provides versatility without requiring complex specialized mechanisms for each attachment scenario.
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AI summary
The present invention relates to devices for carrying firearms, including rifles, and methods for making and using devices of the present invention.