Segmented Case Lube Tray with Semicircle Flooring
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for lubricating firearm cartridges during the reloading process are inefficient, as they often result in uneven lubrication, contamination of the interior, and require waiting for the cases to dry, leading to potential gunpowder dissolution and increased time consumption.
Innovation Solution
A case lube tray with vertically and horizontally adjustable lubricating chambers, featuring semicircle flooring and lateral walls, allows for even lubricant distribution by rotating cases 180 degrees for additional application, preventing interior contamination and enabling immediate processing after lubrication, while maintaining organization and easy access to multiple cartridges.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If spray lubrication is applied to cases in a bag or tray, then lubrication speed increases, but interior contamination occurs and requires waiting time
Solution Approach 1:
The lubrication chamber is segmented into distinct zones: a lower reservoir area containing the lubricant and an upper case positioning area. This segmentation allows the case interior to remain separated from direct lubricant contact while the exterior receives adequate lubrication, eliminating interior contamination while maintaining efficient spray application
Solution Approach 2:
The chamber design provides different lubrication qualities to different parts of the case. The spray mechanism targets the exterior surfaces with lubricant while the interior remains dry and clean. This local differentiation allows high-speed spray lubrication without the harmful effect of interior contamination that would require waiting time
2Ease of operation
If cases are positioned vertically for lubrication, then access is improved, but lubrication uniformity decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The chamber allows dynamic repositioning of cases from vertical to horizontal orientation. Cases can be initially positioned vertically for easy access and loading, then rotated to horizontal position during lubrication to ensure uniform coating on all exterior surfaces including the base and sides, achieving both operational ease and lubrication uniformity
3Productivity
If multiple cases are lubricated simultaneously, then productivity increases, but organization is lost
Solution Approach 1:
The chamber is designed to accommodate multiple cases in an organized array format, with each case having a designated position. This segmented arrangement allows batch lubrication of multiple cases simultaneously while maintaining their organization and preventing scattering, as each case remains in its assigned location throughout the lubrication process
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
The tray ensures thorough and efficient lubrication of firearm cartridges, preventing interior contamination, allowing immediate processing, and maintaining organization, thus enhancing the reloading process's efficiency and convenience.
Implementation Method 1
A lubricant creates and retains a barrier between the cases and the reloading elements
Implementation Method 2
A lubricant creates and retains a barrier between the cases and the reloading elements
Implementation Method 3
These chemicals react with the confined metal surfaces of the cases under high-pressure conditions
Data Source
AI summary
A case lube tray having an integrally formed polyurethane casing is provided. The case lube tray openings define a plurality of lubricating chambers being used to lubricate shell casings in a horizontal position. The lubricating chambers are mounted on the top frame of the case and are arranged in an array of horizontal rows and vertical columns. Each lubricating chambers features semicircle flooring and a floor center. The semicircle flooring is linear and is supported by front and back lateral walls. The floor center of each lubricating chamber has centrally disposed lateral slots that further allow a user to erect and lubricate shell cases in a vertical position.