Adjustable Firearm Sling Rapid Transition Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing firearm slings require excessive time and effort to adjust between resting and shooting positions, which is critical in dynamic environments where rapid changes are necessary.
Innovation Solution
An adjustable firearm sling featuring a primary adjustable strap with a rapid adjustment buckle and loop cord aperture, allowing for quick length adjustments by sliding the buckle between the firearm attachment and strap connector, enabling rapid transition between carrying and firing positions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of time
If a traditional adjustable sling is used, then the firearm can be carried comfortably, but the time required to adjust between resting and shooting positions is excessive
Solution Approach 1:
The sling incorporates a dynamic adjustment mechanism with a sliding buckle that allows the strap length to be changed rapidly between fixed positions. The buckle can be quickly shifted along the strap to transition the sling between a shortened carrying configuration and a lengthened shooting configuration, enabling fast adaptation to different operational needs without complex manipulation
Solution Approach 2:
The adjustment mechanism is divided into discrete segments with multiple aperture positions on the buckle. This segmentation allows for predefined adjustment positions that can be quickly engaged, eliminating the need for continuous fine-tuning and enabling rapid transition between standard carrying and shooting lengths
2Ease of operation
If the sling is tightened to keep the firearm close to the body in carrying position, then comfort is improved, but the ability to quickly transition to shooting position is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The sling design allows the strap tension and length to be dynamically adjusted via the sliding buckle mechanism. Users can quickly shift the buckle between aperture positions to transition from a tightened carrying configuration to a loosened shooting configuration, maintaining both comfort during carry and rapid transition capability
Solution Approach 2:
The sling provides pre-configured aperture positions that anticipate standard carrying and shooting requirements. The buckle can be pre-positioned at intermediate apertures during carry, allowing for even faster transition to full shooting length when needed, as the adjustment path is already prepared
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AI summary
The disclosure relates to an adjustable firearm sling that allows a user to rapidly adjust orientation of the firearm between resting and firing positions.