Flexible Rifle Grip Assembly for Ambidextrous Tactical Positioning
Solution Overview
Problem
Current handguard grips on rifles are fixed, limiting their ability to be positioned flexibly, which can lead to discomfort, accidental activation, and reduced operational efficiency, especially in tactical situations requiring ambidexterity or navigating through confined spaces.
Innovation Solution
A handguard grip assembly with a flexible joint connecting the grip to the rifle, allowing it to pivot up to 90 degrees and any direction, incorporating a modular design with interchangeable flashlight or mono-pod modules for enhanced versatility and safety.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed handguard grip is used, then the grip provides stable support and control, but it cannot be repositioned for ambidextrous use or tactical situations
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the dynamics principle by transitioning the grip from a fixed static position to a dynamically adjustable position. The grip is mounted on a rail system that allows it to be moved along the handguard and repositioned at different locations and angles, enabling ambidextrous use and adaptation to various tactical situations while maintaining stable support when positioned.
Solution Approach 2:
The grip assembly is segmented into separable components that can be independently positioned. The grip can be detached from its mounting location and reattached at different positions on the handguard rail, allowing the user to configure the grip position according to their dominant hand or tactical requirements without compromising the overall stability of the rifle system.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed handguard grip is used, then the grip structure is simple, but it may catch on clothing or equipment and cause discomfort
Solution Approach 1:
The grip is designed with dynamic repositioning capability through a quick-release mounting system that allows the grip to be moved along the handguard rail. This adds adaptability for avoiding clothing entanglement and improving comfort while maintaining relatively simple assembly mechanics through standardized rail interfaces.
Solution Approach 2:
The grip mounting system is designed with universal compatibility to various rail configurations on different rifle models. This multi-functional mounting approach allows the same grip to be installed on different positions and orientations depending on the tactical situation, enhancing versatility without significantly increasing overall device complexity.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed handguard grip is used, then the grip provides consistent support, but it hinders rifle deployment when aiming through windows
Solution Approach 1:
The grip mounting system allows dynamic repositioning along the handguard rail, enabling the user to move the grip forward or backward depending on the tactical situation. When aiming through windows, the grip can be repositioned to clear the window sill obstruction, facilitating smooth rifle deployment while maintaining consistent support during firing.
4Reliability
If the grip is made flexible and repositionable, then it prevents accidental activation, but it may reduce control stability
Solution Approach 1:
The flexible, repositionable grip mounted on the handguard rail allows the user to adjust the grip position to achieve optimal control and prevent accidental activation. When properly positioned, the grip provides stable support for aiming while allowing minor adjustments to accommodate different shooting positions and prevent unintentional trigger pulls.
Data Source
AI summary
A handguard grip assembly has a connector to be fixed to a barrel of a rifle, the barrel having a barrel axis, a grip having a grip axis and adapted to be held by a user of the rifle and a flexible joint connected between the connector and the grip for allowing the grip and grip axis to pivot to any angle with respect to the barrel axis.