Quick-Release Spring Clamp for Firearm Stabilization
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing gun rests require secure screw-based fastening to railings, making them difficult to quickly reposition or move, which is a hindrance in hunting scenarios where rapid and quiet reconfiguration is necessary.
Innovation Solution
A portable, quick-release stabilization assist clamp made of injection-molded plastic that can be secured and removed from various firm surfaces without tools, allowing one-handed operation and quick repositioning, featuring a clamping mechanism with spring-assisted jaws and optional rubber caps for improved grip.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If screw-based fastening is used to secure gun rest to railing, then stability is improved, but portability and ease of repositioning deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The clamp is divided into two main segments: a C-shaped clamping body that provides the stabilization function, and a separate quick-release mechanism integrated into the clamping jaw. This segmentation allows the stabilization function to remain while enabling tool-free release and repositioning, resolving the contradiction between stability and ease of repositioning.
Solution Approach 2:
The clamp transitions from a static screw-based fastening system to a dynamic quick-release mechanism. The spring-loaded jaw with release button allows the clamp to quickly transition between clamped and released states, providing both stability when engaged and ease of repositioning when needed, without requiring tools or complex operations.
2Strength
If metal construction is used for gun rest, then strength is improved, but weight and noise increase
Solution Approach 1:
The clamp utilizes composite construction combining plastic body with metal reinforcement ribs and spring elements. This composite approach provides the necessary strength and durability while significantly reducing weight compared to all-metal designs, and the plastic material inherently dampens operational noise.
3Strength
If metal construction is used for gun rest, then strength is improved, but corrosion resistance deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The clamp utilizes composite construction combining plastic body with metal reinforcement ribs and spring elements. This composite approach provides the necessary strength and durability while significantly reducing weight compared to all-metal designs, and the plastic material inherently dampens operational noise.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables rapid and quiet repositioning of a gun rest on different surfaces without sacrificing stability, allowing hunters to maintain control and accuracy while moving the firearm, with the added benefits of being lighter and corrosion-resistant.
Implementation Method 1
featuring a clamping mechanism with spring-assisted jaws
Data Source
AI summary
A portable, quick-release shooting stabilization assist clamp designed for quick and easy, single-handed attachment and detachment on to a shooting rail or similar solid object. Once attached to an object, the clamp supports a firearm fore-stock, forend, frame, stock, or barrel allowing the user a steadier aim for more accurate shot placement. The clamp provides the capacity of a rapid attachment and detachment by using a spring clamp design. In its preferred embodiment, the clamp provides a rest with two angled prongs, above the pivot of the spring clamp, to help to easily place and retain the gun on the clamp. In alternative embodiments, multiple rests are provided as well as movable, pivoting rests. In addition to assisting shooters and hunters, the clamp could also be used to stabilize a camera, telescope, small video camera, or other device that is enhanced by stabilization.