Pivoting Firearm Accessory Mount for Rapid Deployment and Stowage
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing firearm accessory mounts require time-consuming realignment and do not facilitate quick deployment or stowage, and may protrude beyond the firearm's contour, impeding access to features like the ammunition chamber.
Innovation Solution
A mount with a pivotally coupled arm and release assembly that allows for rapid transition between engaged and disengaged configurations, utilizing a slidable member and latch-hook mechanism for easy alignment and adjustment, enabling quick deployment and stowage of accessories.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If accessories are mounted using traditional mounting brackets (raised metal strip or dovetail design), then accessories can be securely attached, but realignment is required when removing and reattaching, which increases deployment time
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting bracket incorporates a movable arm that can pivot between a stowed position (adjacent to the rail) and a deployed position (extending outward). This dynamic configuration allows the accessory to be quickly moved into or out of the operational position without requiring removal and realignment, thus reducing deployment time while maintaining secure attachment when deployed
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting bracket includes a release assembly with a latch mechanism that can be pre-positioned. When the release assembly is actuated, the latch automatically releases to allow the arm to pivot to the deployed position. This preliminary positioning of the release mechanism enables rapid deployment without manual realignment of the accessory
2Reliability
If accessories are mounted using traditional mounting brackets, then accessories can be securely attached, but the mounting structure increases in complexity requiring multiple components (bracket, slots, undercuts)
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting bracket is segmented into distinct functional components: a base that attaches to the rail, a pivoting arm that holds the accessory, and a release assembly with latch mechanism. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function efficiently while simplifying the overall design compared to traditional brackets that require multiple structural elements like undercuts and cross slots
Solution Approach 2:
The introduction of the pivoting arm creates a dynamic mounting solution that replaces the need for complex fixed-structure brackets with moving parts. The arm's ability to pivot between stowed and deployed positions simplifies the mounting structure by eliminating the need for removable accessories and complex locking mechanisms, reducing overall device complexity while maintaining secure attachment
3Ease of operation
If accessories protrude beyond the firearm's contour for operational access, then accessories are easily accessible, but the firearm's profile is increased and access to features like ammunition chamber is impeded
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting bracket employs a pivoting arm that can transition between a stowed position (where the accessory is tucked adjacent to the rail, maintaining a compact profile) and a deployed position (where the accessory extends outward for operational access). This dynamic positioning allows the firearm to maintain a sleek profile when the accessory is not in use while providing easy access when needed
Solution Approach 2:
When in the stowed position, the accessory and arm are positioned adjacent to the rail, effectively nesting the accessory within the firearm's overall contour. This nesting minimizes the protrusion beyond the firearm's profile, allowing access to features like the ammunition chamber while keeping the accessory ready for quick deployment
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables rapid alignment and stowage of firearm accessories, maintaining readiness while optimizing the firearm's profile for ease of use and access to other features.
Implementation Method 1
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AI summary
A mount for attaching one or more firearm accessories to a firearm. The mount comprises a base that is mountable to an upper portion of the firearm, an arm adapted for coupling to a first firearm accessory, and a release assembly connected to the base. The arm is pivotally coupled to the base whereby in an engaged configuration the arm is retained adjacent the base, and in a disengaged configuration the arm is able to pivot away from the base. When actuated the release assembly is adapted to release the arm from the engaged configuration wherein the arm is able to pivot towards the disengaged configuration.