Firearm Accessory Rail Adaptor Bracket with Modular Jaw Assemblies
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is a need for a firearm accessory rail adaptor bracket that allows for the attachment of a pistol to a rifle in a front pistol-grip position, enhancing control and enabling quick removal and use of the pistol as necessary.
Innovation Solution
A firearm accessory rail adaptor bracket with a bracket body, rifle attachment jaw assembly, pistol attachment jaw assembly, and jaw operating mechanisms that facilitate secure attachment and detachment of the pistol to the rifle, utilizing standard rail slots and mechanisms for compatibility with existing accessory rail systems.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a pistol is attached to a rifle using a fixed mounting system, then the rifle gains enhanced control and stability, but the pistol cannot be quickly removed for separate use
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system is divided into separate modular components: a bracket body with rifle attachment jaw assembly, pistol attachment jaw assembly, and detachable jaw mechanisms. This segmentation allows the pistol to be quickly attached and detached while maintaining stability when mounted, resolving the contradiction between versatility and complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The jaw assemblies incorporate movable jaws that can transition between open and closed positions through operating mechanisms. This dynamic capability enables quick attachment and detachment of the pistol while providing secure fixed mounting when engaged, addressing the versatility-complexity trade-off.
2Ease of operation
If a pistol is attached to a rifle in a front pistol-grip position, then control over movement and aiming is enhanced, but the attachment system becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket body serves multiple functions: it provides structural support for front pistol-grip mounting, incorporates rifle attachment mechanisms, includes pistol attachment mechanisms, and defines a pistol space. This multi-functionality enhances control capabilities while minimizing the addition of separate complex components.
Solution Approach 2:
The pistol attachment jaw assembly and rifle attachment jaw assembly are integrated within the bracket body structure, with components nested together to form a compact unit. This nesting approach provides enhanced control functionality without proportionally increasing external complexity.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a detachable mounting system is used to allow quick removal of the pistol, then versatility is improved, but the reliability of the attachment may be reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The jaw operating mechanisms are pre-configured with springs and actuating components that enable rapid engagement and disengagement. The preliminary preparation of these mechanisms ensures that when the pistol needs to be removed or attached, the action can be performed quickly and reliably without compromising security.
Solution Approach 2:
The spring-loaded jaw mechanisms automatically engage and lock when the pistol is inserted into the bracket, providing secure attachment without requiring additional fastening actions. Similarly, the mechanisms automatically disengage when actuated, enabling quick removal. This self-service capability maintains reliability while improving versatility.
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AI summary
A firearm accessory rail adaptor bracket includes a bracket body, a rifle attachment jaw assembly carried by the bracket body, a first jaw operating mechanism provided in the rifle attachment jaw assembly, a pistol attachment jaw assembly carried by the bracket body and a second jaw operating mechanism provided in the pistol attachment jaw assembly.