Shooting Device Stabilizing Grip with Dynamic Biasing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Shooting devices often suffer from instability during aiming, leading to inaccuracy due to the lack of novel designs that enhance precision.
Innovation Solution
A grip system comprising a first body portion attached to the shooting device and a second moveable body portion, biased by a spring or resilient member, which allows for adjustable movement between two positions when forces are applied in the direction of the shooting vector, thereby improving accuracy by counteracting instability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If a traditional fixed grip is used, then the structure is simple, but the stability during aiming is poor leading to inaccuracy
Solution Approach 1:
The grip system transitions from a fixed static structure to a dynamic adjustable system. The second body portion can move between first and second positions along the longitudinal axis, allowing the grip to adapt to different shooting conditions and user needs, thereby improving stability during aiming while managing complexity through controlled movement rather than complete rigidity
2Manufacturing precision
If a moveable grip portion is added to reduce float, then accuracy improves, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The grip is divided into multiple independent body portions (first body portion and second body portion) that can move relative to each other. This segmentation allows each portion to be optimized independently and enables the grip to counteract float by moving the second portion in response to applied forces, improving accuracy without requiring a completely complex redesign of the entire grip system
Solution Approach 2:
The biasing member automatically returns the second body portion to its initial position after it has moved to counteract applied forces. This self-service mechanism eliminates the need for complex control systems, motors, or power sources, achieving accuracy improvement through passive mechanical response while keeping the overall device complexity manageable
3Stability of the object's composition
If a biasing member is added to return the grip portion, then the grip stability improves, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The biasing member provides automatic return functionality, causing the second body portion to return to its initial position after being displaced by applied forces. This self-service mechanism maintains grip stability without requiring external power sources, control systems, or complex actuation mechanisms, thereby improving stability while minimizing the increase in device complexity through the use of simple passive spring elements
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The grip system reduces 'float' during aiming, enhancing accuracy by allowing shooters to apply counteracting forces, and can be adjusted to suit individual users through varying spring rates and mechanisms, improving the stability and precision of shooting devices.
Implementation Method 1
A biasing member is arranged to bias the second body portion to the first position
Implementation Method 2
A second body portion is attached to the resilient member. The second body portion is moveable with respect to the first body portion between first and second positions
Data Source
AI summary
In some embodiments, a grip for a shooting device comprises a first body portion configured for attachment to the shooting device and a second body portion engaged with the first body portion. The second body portion is moveable with respect to the first body portion between first and second positions. A biasing member is arranged to bias the second body portion to the first position.