Projectile Entangling Device Using Segmented Gas-Propelled Tethers
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing solutions for neutralizing dangerous individuals or animals without deadly force are incomplete, as they often fail to effectively entangle or immobilize targets, risking injury to both the target and bystanders, and lack efficient operation, reloader design, and multiple discharge capabilities.
Innovation Solution
A projectile entangling device comprising a bolt and receiver with a chamber, barrel, and compressed gas system that propels a first projectile, a second projectile, and a tether from a cartridge, allowing the tether to elongate and entangle with an object, with options for treble hooks or adhesive bladders for enhanced entanglement.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If existing entangling devices are used, then neutralization without deadly force is attempted, but they fail to effectively entangle or immobilize targets
Solution Approach 1:
The device divides the projectile system into multiple segments (first projectile, second projectile, and additional projectiles) connected by tethers. This segmentation allows the projectiles to spread apart and entangle the target more effectively while distributing the force, reducing the risk of severe injury compared to a single high-velocity projectile.
Solution Approach 2:
The tether connecting the projectiles is designed to be dynamically extendable, allowing it to elongate during flight and upon impact. This dynamic property enables the tether to adapt to the target's movement and geometry, improving entanglement effectiveness while controlling the force transmission to minimize injury.
2Ease of operation
If existing entangling devices are used, then nondeadly force is applied, but they lack efficient operation and reloading capabilities
Solution Approach 1:
The device employs a nested structure where multiple projectiles and tethers are contained within a compact cartridge or launcher mechanism. This nesting allows for efficient storage and rapid deployment of multiple projectile sets, enabling quick reloading and multiple discharges without complex external assembly.
Solution Approach 2:
The launcher system is designed with universal capabilities to handle multiple types of projectiles and tethers through a standardized interface. This multi-functionality allows the same device to operate efficiently with different projectile configurations, improving operational versatility and reducing the need for multiple specialized devices.
3Reliability
If existing entangling devices are used, then entanglement is attempted, but they lack effective entanglement mechanisms
Solution Approach 1:
The entanglement system is segmented into discrete projectiles with attached tethers, where each projectile-tether unit functions as an independent entanglement element. This segmentation simplifies the overall system design compared to a single complex entangling structure, while maintaining high entanglement effectiveness through the coordinated action of multiple simpler elements.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The device effectively entangles objects without deadly force, allowing for easy operation, multiple discharges, and efficient reloading, providing a reliable method for neutralizing threats while minimizing risk to bystanders.
Implementation Method 1
A compressed gas container contains a compressed gas. A gas conduit couples the compressed gas container to the bolt. A valve is positioned within the gas conduit. A trigger activates the valve and dispensing the compressed gas from the compressed gas container, through the gas conduit and exits the bolt.
Implementation Method 2
The tether elongates for distancing the first projectile from the second projectile for defining an expanding projectile and entangling with the object.
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AI summary
A projectile entangling device, cartridge and method for entangling an object. The projectile entangling device comprises a bolt slidably engaging within a receiver. A barrel is coupled to the receiver and is adjacent to a chamber. A gas conduit couples a compressed gas container to the bolt. A valve is positioned within the gas conduit. A trigger activates the valve and dispensing a compressed gas from the compressed gas container, through the gas conduit and exits the bolt. A first projectile and a second projectile are positioned within the cartridge. A tether is coupled to the first projectile and the second projectile. The first projectile, the second projectile and the tether are propelled from the cartridge and expelled from the barrel upon the compressed gas exiting the bolt. The tether elongates for distancing the first projectile from the second projectile for defining an expanding projectile and entangling with the object.