Firearm Grip Measurement Tool for Hand Dimension Fitting
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is no efficient method to fit a firearm to an individual's hand size and natural point of aim, which is critical for safe and accurate operation.
Innovation Solution
A grip measurement tool is designed to aid users in selecting a properly fitting firearm, featuring a multi-colored barrel gauge, front grip measurement markings, and angle markings to provide data for optimal firearm selection.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If traditional trial-and-error method is used to fit firearm to hand, then user can eventually find suitable firearm, but process is time-consuming and inefficient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by pre-configuring the measurement tool with multiple measurement scales (barrel gauge with inch/cm markings, front grip measurements, rear grip measurements, and angle measurements) that capture all necessary hand dimension data before firearm selection. This allows users to complete comprehensive measurements in one setup rather than through repeated trial-and-error testing of different firearms.
Solution Approach 2:
The measurement tool integrates multiple measurement functions into a single device: barrel gauge for diameter and length, front grip measurement markings, rear grip measurement markings, and angle markings all in one tool. This multi-functional approach eliminates the need for multiple separate measurement devices or repeated measurements when trying different firearms, directly improving selection efficiency.
2Measurement precision
If multiple measurement parameters are captured comprehensively, then firearm fitting accuracy is improved, but measurement tool complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple measurement functions into a single integrated tool body. The barrel gauge, front grip measurements, rear grip measurements, and angle markings are all combined in one device that attaches to the firearm. This consolidation provides comprehensive measurement capability while actually reducing the number of separate devices and setup procedures needed.
Solution Approach 2:
The measurement tool is segmented into distinct functional sections: barrel gauge section with inch/cm markings, front grip measurement section, rear grip measurement section, and angle measurement section. Each segment handles a specific measurement task, making the overall complex device manageable through modular functional organization and allowing users to focus on one measurement type at a time.
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AI summary
A grip measurement tool is configured to aid a user in selecting a properly fitting firearm. The grip measurement tool has a barrel first half joined to a barrel second half. A multi-colored barrel gauge is mounted in the barrel first half and joined to an upper front grip with a front grip knob that slides in a front handle track. A front grip further includes a lower front grip joined to the upper front grip. The lower front grip further includes a plurality of front grip measurement markings. A rear handle is joined to the front grip with a pair of springs. A rear handle knob joins the rear handle to the barrel first half proximate a plurality of angle markings. The multi-colored barrel gauge, the plurality of front grip measurement markings, and the plurality of angle markings provide data to the user in selecting a properly fitting firearm.