Modular Firearm Rack with Hinged Support Rods for Compact Storage
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional pistol racks are bulky, difficult to store when not in use, and do not facilitate the cleaning and maintenance of firearms, while also risking damage from improper storage or display.
Innovation Solution
A modular storage rack with a base and hinge system that allows support rods to rotate between a stowed and open position, enabling the firearm to be displayed, cleaned, and stored efficiently, with the option for individual or unison rotation of rods, and integration with a cleaning kit.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional pistol racks are used for displaying and storing pistols, then the firearms can be displayed and stored, but the racks become bulky and difficult to store when not in use
Solution Approach 1:
The rack employs a hinge mechanism that allows the support surface to rotate between a horizontal display position and a vertical storage position. This dynamic transformation enables the rack to adapt its configuration based on usage needs, providing both effective firearm display and compact storage capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The rack transitions from occupying horizontal space during display to vertical space during storage by rotating the support surface 90 degrees. This dimensional change allows the same structure to serve dual purposes while minimizing the space required when not in use.
2Ease of manufacture
If pistols are stored loosely or laid flat on surfaces, then storage is simple, but the firearm can become scratched and damaged
Solution Approach 1:
The rack provides a dedicated, controlled local environment for firearm storage with a smooth, protective surface that prevents scratching. The localized design ensures that the firearm contacts only the protected rack surface rather than rough or uneven surfaces.
Solution Approach 2:
The rack is designed with a protective surface that preemptively prevents damage before it can occur. By providing a pre-prepared, damage-free storage surface, the rack eliminates the need for reactive damage repair.
3Reliability
If traditional pistol racks are used, then firearms can be displayed, but the racks do not assist with cleaning and maintenance of the firearm
Solution Approach 1:
The rack is designed to perform multiple functions: displaying the firearm horizontally, supporting it vertically for cleaning, and facilitating maintenance activities. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for separate dedicated tools or surfaces for different firearm care tasks.
Solution Approach 2:
The hinge mechanism enables the rack to dynamically switch between display mode (horizontal) and cleaning/maintenance mode (vertical), adapting its configuration to suit different operational requirements.
Data Source
AI summary
A modular cleaning, display, and storage rack for firearms is disclosed for holding or displaying one or more pistols. The firearms rack can hold one or more pistols for cleaning and/or displaying. The firearms rack can also be folded flat for easy storage and/or transport. Multiple racks can be nested or stacked together and occupy less space than a single rack. The rack includes a base, and a plurality of support rods disposed in a spaced apart relation and hingedly operable relative to the base. In an open condition, the plurality of support rods are angularly disposed above the top surface of the base. The firearm is supported on the support rod by insertion of the support rod into the barrel of the firearm. In a closed position, the plurality of support rods are oriented such that they are substantially aligned with the back surface of the base.