Revolving Gun Side Plate for Laser Sight Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing gun designs lack a practical method for mounting accessory sighting devices, such as lasers, without interfering with the gun's operation or requiring complex installation processes.
Innovation Solution
A side plate on the gun allows for the secure mounting of a sighting device, which includes a light source, power source, and mount, enabling easy attachment and adjustment, with options for secondary light sources and other devices like flashlights or cameras, using screws, slots, or protrusions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If a sighting device is mounted on the gun, then targeting precision is improved, but the gun structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The sighting device is separated from the main gun body and mounted on a detachable side plate. This segmentation allows the sighting device to be independently installed and removed, improving targeting precision without permanently complicating the gun structure. The side plate acts as an independent module that can be attached only when sighting functionality is needed.
Solution Approach 2:
A side plate serves as an intermediary component between the gun body and the sighting device. This mediator provides a dedicated mounting surface with slots and protrusions that facilitate easy attachment while keeping the main gun structure simple. The intermediary side plate absorbs the complexity of the mounting mechanism rather than integrating it directly into the gun body.
2Adaptability or versatility
If accessory devices are added to the gun, then functionality is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates due to potential obstruction
Solution Approach 1:
The side plate is positioned specifically on the rear portion of the gun body, away from the trigger guard and cylinder operation area. This local placement ensures that the added functionality of the sighting device does not interfere with the ease of operation of critical components. The mounting location was carefully selected to maintain clear access to the trigger and cylinder.
Solution Approach 2:
The sighting device is mounted on the side surface of the gun rather than on the top or front, utilizing the lateral dimension. This dimensional placement allows the accessory to be integrated without obstructing the forward and rearward operations of the trigger and cylinder. The side mounting position provides functional versatility while preserving operational ease.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a mounting mechanism is provided for the sighting device, then adaptability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting mechanism incorporates movable components including slots that allow lateral adjustment and protrusions that can be engaged or disengaged. This dynamic mounting system provides adaptability for different sighting device positions while maintaining relative simplicity through straightforward mechanical movement rather than complex locking mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The side plate mounting mechanism is designed with universal features including multiple slots and protrusions that can accommodate various types of sighting devices. This multi-functional design provides adaptability for different accessories without requiring device-specific mounting solutions, thereby avoiding the need for multiple complex specialized mechanisms.
Data Source
AI summary
An accessory is mountable to the side plate of a gun. The accessory may be a sighting device including a light source (preferably a laser), and a power source connectable to the light source. The side plate is positioned on the gun, which is preferably a revolver, preferably by being screwed to it. The side plate includes an attachment mechanism that is preferably located behind the trigger guard and behind the gun cylinder, wherein the accessory is attachable to the attachment mechanism.