Modular Pistol Grip with Interchangeable Extenders
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional pistol grips have fixed geometry, which can be uncomfortable and ineffective for users with varying hand sizes, leading to difficulties in shooting quickly and accurately, especially with handguns designed for concealment.
Innovation Solution
A modular pistol grip system that allows users to configure the grip size and length by attaching or removing modular extenders and interchanging backstraps, providing multiple grip configurations to fit different hand sizes and shooting styles.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed geometry pistol grip is used, then the manufacturing is simple, but the adaptability to different hand sizes is poor
Solution Approach 1:
The pistol grip is divided into multiple segments including a base grip portion and interchangeable extender portions. Each extender portion can be attached or removed to change the overall grip length, allowing users with different hand sizes to find a comfortable fit while maintaining a relatively simple base structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The grip configuration is made dynamic through the ability to interchange extender portions. Users can adjust the grip length based on their needs, transforming a static fixed-geometry grip into an adaptable system that responds to different user requirements.
2Ease of operation
If a larger pistol grip is used, then the control and recoil management are improved, but the concealability is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The grip system is segmented into a compact base portion suitable for concealment and separate extender portions that can be added when control and recoil management are priorities. This allows the firearm to maintain a small profile for concealment while offering the option to increase grip size for improved handling.
Solution Approach 2:
The grip size becomes dynamic rather than fixed. Users can configure the grip to be compact for concealment scenarios and expand it when needing better control and recoil management, allowing the same firearm to adapt to different operational requirements.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a modular pistol grip system is implemented, then the adaptability to different shooting styles is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The pistol grip is segmented into a base grip portion and multiple interchangeable extender portions that can be attached or removed. This segmentation allows users to configure the grip according to their specific shooting style—whether they prefer a compact grip for rapid drawing or a longer grip for better control during target acquisition and recoil management.
Solution Approach 2:
The modular extender system provides multi-functionality, allowing the same base grip to serve multiple shooting styles and user preferences. A single firearm platform can be adapted for different disciplines such as concealed carry, competitive shooting, or recreational use by simply changing the extender configuration.
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AI summary
A modular pistol grip includes one or more modular extenders configured to couple to a main grip. The modular pistol grip further includes an interchangeable backstrap configured to couple to the main grip and the one or more modular extenders. The one or more modular extenders are configured to extend a length of the modular pistol grip when coupled to the main grip.