Switchable Magnetic Gun Mount for Reversible Platform Attachment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing weapon systems are typically permanent installations, limiting their flexibility and adaptability to different platforms and missions.
Innovation Solution
A removable weapon system using a switchable magnet for reversible engagement with a platform, allowing easy relocation and integration with various platforms through a magnetic connection.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If a permanent physical mounting system is used for weapon systems, then the structural stability and integration with the platform is improved, but the flexibility and adaptability to different platforms and missions deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the dynamics principle by using a switchable magnet that can transition between energized and un-energized states. When energized, the magnet provides strong holding force for secure attachment; when un-energized, it allows easy removal. This dynamic switching capability enables the weapon system to be both stable during operation and flexible for relocation or platform changes.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies parameter changes by controlling the magnetic field strength through electrical energization. The magnet's holding force can be adjusted by controlling the electrical current, allowing the system to maintain secure attachment when needed and release easily when required. This parameter control resolves the contradiction between stable attachment and easy removal.
2Stability of the object's composition
If a permanent physical mounting system is used for weapon systems, then the structural stability is improved, but the ease of relocation and reconfiguration deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The switchable magnet provides dynamic control over the attachment state. During operation, the magnet remains energized to ensure stable structural connection. For relocation, the magnet is simply de-energized, allowing rapid removal without complex disassembly procedures. This dynamic switching makes relocation easy while maintaining structural stability during use.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces traditional mechanical fastening systems (bolts, welds, etc.) with an electromagnetic field-based attachment system. This substitution eliminates the need for manual disassembly of mechanical components, making relocation significantly easier while providing equal or superior structural stability when engaged.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a magnetic engagement system is used for removable weapon systems, then the flexibility and ease of relocation are improved, but the reliability of secure attachment deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The switchable magnet allows precise control of the magnetic field strength through electrical parameters. When energized, the magnetic force can be optimized to exceed the recoil and operational loads, ensuring reliable attachment. The same system provides flexibility for relocation by simply turning off the power. This parameter control ensures both reliability during operation and flexibility for repositioning.
4Ease of operation
If a switchable magnet is used for reversible engagement, then the ease of operation and flexibility are improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces complex mechanical locking and release mechanisms with a simple electromagnetic system. The switchable magnet requires only electrical control to engage or disengage, eliminating the need for manual manipulation of mechanical components. While this adds electrical system complexity, it significantly simplifies the operational interface and overall mechanical structure.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables flexible deployment of weapon systems across multiple platforms, enhancing mission versatility and safety by ensuring secure attachment and power/data transfer.
Implementation Method 1
both comprising a reversible engagement device, wherein the reversible engagement device is a magnet; preferably a switchable magnet capable in use of being switched from an energised state to an un-energised state, to allow reversible engagement
Implementation Method 2
The switchable magnet may be an electromagnet
Implementation Method 3
The magnetic chuck, may be a permanent magnet with comprises a means of moving the magnetic field into and out of alignment, such as for example by rotation of the magnets or moving the magnets to a different alignment or away from the platform surface to reduce the magnetic field exerted on the second mount
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention relates to a removable weapon system, specifically to a weapons system that is magnetically engaged to a platform. There is provided a removable weapon system for a platform comprising a weapon system with a first mount, said platform comprising a second mount,said first and second mount comprising a reversible engagement device, wherein the reversible engagement device is a magnet