Integrated Firearm Sight Mount with Aiming Laser and Illumination Module
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Solution Overview
Problem
Optical sighting devices and aiming illumination devices on firearms often require separate mounts, leading to difficulties in optimal positioning due to limited space and interference from other gear like night-vision devices and thermal imagers.
Innovation Solution
An optical sight mount with an integrated aiming and illumination module, featuring an aiming laser and illumination source positioned within a longitudinally extending opening, allowing for both aiming and illumination functionality while minimizing space usage.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If separate mounts are used for optical sighting devices and aiming illumination devices, then each device can be independently positioned, but the overall device complexity and mounting space requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the optical sighting device mount and the aiming illumination device mount into a single integrated mount assembly. The optical sight is mounted on a sight mount that includes a receiver, and the aiming illumination device is mounted on a separate but integrated illumination mount that attaches to the same firearm platform. This integration allows both devices to be positioned independently while reducing overall mounting complexity and space requirements compared to using completely separate mounting systems.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple devices are mounted on a firearm, then comprehensive aiming and illumination functionality is achieved, but the available mounting space is insufficient and positioning becomes difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The patent utilizes vertical stacking and three-dimensional space optimization by positioning the optical sight and aiming illumination device at different heights and angles on the firearm. The sight mount and illumination mount are configured to occupy different spatial zones, with the optical sight typically positioned higher for optimal sighting angle and the illumination device positioned lower for effective target illumination. This dimensional arrangement maximizes the use of available mounting space on the firearm while maintaining both aiming and illumination functionalities.
3Adaptability or versatility
If other gear such as night-vision devices and thermal imagers are mounted on the firearm, then enhanced operational capabilities are achieved, but the positioning of optical sights and aiming devices becomes more difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the mounting system into distinct modular segments: an optical sight mount for the reflex sight, an illumination mount for the laser/illumination device, and separate mounting interfaces for night-vision and thermal imaging devices. Each segment has its own mounting interface and adjustment mechanisms, allowing independent positioning and configuration. This segmentation enables users to easily position and adjust each device according to specific operational requirements without interference from other mounted gear.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables efficient and precise aiming and illumination capabilities in both daytime and nighttime scenarios, improving target acquisition and reducing the complexity of mounting multiple devices on firearms.
Implementation Method 1
an aiming laser configured to emit a type of aiming radiation
Implementation Method 2
an illumination source configured to emit a type of illumination radiation
Data Source
AI summary
Disclosed is an optical sight mount with an integrated aiming and illumination module. The optical sight mount is configured to position an optical sighting device (e.g., a reflex sight) on a firearm so that the optical sighting device can be used to aim the firearm at a target. The aiming and illumination module, also referred to as an optical module, includes an aiming laser and an illumination source. An example optical sight mount comprises a base configured for attachment to a firearm, a mounting interface configured so that an optical sighting device can be attached thereto, and an optical module configured to emit a type of aiming radiation and illumination radiation. The optical module is positioned between the base and the mounting interface of the optical sight mount.