Side firearm magnet mount and method of securely holding firearm and preventing accidental discharge
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Solution Overview
Problem
Accidental discharges of firearms are a significant concern due to factors like improper storage of loaded firearms, sensitive trigger mechanisms, and careless handling, which can lead to injuries and legal consequences.
Innovation Solution
A magnet mount system that securely holds a firearm by using a side mounting plate with affixed magnets to support the firearm's weight and a trigger shield to block access to the trigger, preventing accidental discharges.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If a light trigger pull weight is used to improve accuracy, then shot placement precision is improved, but the risk of accidental discharge increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a trigger shield as an intermediary physical barrier between the trigger and the user's finger. This shield blocks accidental finger contact with the trigger while allowing intentional trigger activation when needed, thus resolving the contradiction between light trigger pull for accuracy and accidental discharge prevention
Solution Approach 2:
The trigger shield provides preliminary protection by preventing accidental trigger contact before such contact can occur. By blocking the trigger accessing area in advance, the system prevents the harmful action of accidental discharge while preserving the light trigger pull capability for accurate shooting
2Reliability
If a heavier trigger pull is used to prevent accidental discharge, then accidental discharge risk is reduced, but accuracy deteriorates due to increased force causing gun movement
Solution Approach 1:
The trigger shield acts as a physical intermediary that prevents accidental trigger contact without requiring increased trigger pull weight. This allows the trigger mechanism to maintain its original light pull weight for accuracy while the shield provides the necessary protection against accidental discharge
3Reliability
If traditional storage solutions like gun safes or lockboxes are used to prevent accidental discharge, then safety is improved, but device complexity and accessibility are worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the safety function from the storage system by using a separate, attachable trigger shield component. This modular approach provides accidental discharge prevention without requiring a complex safe or lockbox system, reducing overall device complexity while maintaining safety
Solution Approach 2:
The trigger shield serves as an intermediary safety mechanism that can be easily attached to the firearm itself, eliminating the need for complex external storage solutions like safes or lockboxes while still providing effective accidental discharge prevention
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 magnet mount effectively reduces the likelihood of accidental discharges by securely holding the firearm and preventing unintentional trigger contact, thereby enhancing safety and reducing the risk of legal repercussions.
Implementation Method 1
One or more magnets are affixed to the side mounting plate and are configured for providing a holding power to support at least a portion of the weight of the firearm
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention provides a magnet mount for securely holding a firearm. The magnet mount includes a side mounting plate, one or more magnets are affixed to the side mounting plate, and a firearm holder. The firearm includes (a) a firearm seat, (b) a connector extending upwardly from the firearm seat and connecting to the side mounting plate, and (c) a trigger shield extending upwardly from the firearm seat. The trigger shield is configured for blocking at least 50% of a trigger accessing area of the firearm to prevent accidental discharge. Also provided is a method of securely holding a firearm using the magnet mount.