Adjustable Rail Mounting for Finger-Length Control Positioning
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing rail-mounted devices have fixed geometric relationships between user controls and the weapon or equipment, which may not accommodate varying finger lengths, requiring users to adjust their grip or use multiple inserts that can lead to geometric interference and suboptimal activation.
Innovation Solution
An adjustable mounting system with a rail positioner and clamping structure that allows for customizable positioning of user controls relative to the firearm, using a recoil groove insert and a clamping mechanism to secure the device, accommodating different finger lengths and firearm geometries.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed geometric relationship is used between the rail and control surfaces, then the device structure is simple, but users with varying finger lengths cannot comfortably activate the device while maintaining their grip
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system incorporates an adjustable rail positioner that allows the control surfaces to be positioned at multiple discrete locations along the rail. This dynamic adjustability enables users with different finger lengths to select the optimal control surface position while maintaining their natural grip, resolving the contradiction between adaptability and device complexity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple inserts are used to accommodate different finger lengths, then adaptability is improved, but geometric interference and suboptimal activation occur
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system divides the rail interface into discrete, segmented positions along the rail length. The rail positioner can be adjusted to align control surfaces with specific finger lengths by selecting from predetermined positions, eliminating the geometric interference problems associated with multiple inserts while maintaining activation reliability through precise positioning.
3Adaptability or versatility
If an adjustable mounting system is implemented, then adaptability to different finger lengths is improved, but the device may become heavier and more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system changes the positional parameter of control surfaces along the rail axis to accommodate different user needs. By adjusting the rail positioner to different discrete positions, the system provides adaptability without requiring multiple complete device variants, thereby minimizing additional weight while achieving the desired versatility.
4Stability of the object's composition
If a tight fit between the mounting system and device is achieved, then vibration and oscillation are reduced, but the aesthetic appearance may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system uses a clamping mechanism that can be adjusted to apply appropriate force for a tight fit, reducing vibration and oscillation during device operation. The adjustable nature allows the clamp to maintain optimal contact pressure while accommodating different rail positions, ensuring both stability and aesthetic appearance are preserved.
Data Source
AI summary
Devices mountable to a rail having a recoil groove are provided. In one aspect a device mountable to a rail having a recoil groove has a rail positioner having a longitudinal length with a plurality of teeth arranged along an edge of the longitudinal length and a recoil groove insert extending away from the rail positioner and configured to be inserted into the recoil groove, a first body member having a first rail engagement surface and plurality of openings generally sized to receive the plurality of teeth and arranged along a length of the first body a second body member having a second rail engagement surface opposite the first body member, and a clamping structure operable to tighten and maintain a clamping force between the first body member and the second body member when the rail positioner is arranged in therein and that can be released facilitate installation and removal of the mounting to a rail.