Quick-Release Sighting Device Connector for Accessory Versatility
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current sighting devices typically allow for the addition of only one or two types of lens accessories, limiting their functionality and versatility, as other accessories cannot be easily replaced.
Innovation Solution
A sighting device with a quick-release accessory system featuring a connector and electrical connection mechanism that allows for easy detachment and reattachment of different accessories, such as night-vision devices or distance measuring equipment, enhancing versatility and convenience.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed accessory system is used in sighting devices, then the structure is simple and reliable, but the adaptability and versatility are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The accessory system is divided into separable components: a connector fixed to the sighting device body and a matching connector on the accessory. This segmentation allows different accessories to be attached and detached independently, enabling versatility while maintaining a relatively simple overall structure through standardized interfaces.
Solution Approach 2:
A universal connector interface is designed with specific features (clamping slots, positioning protrusions, electrical contacts) that can accommodate multiple types of accessories. This universal design allows the sighting device to work with various accessories (night vision, laser range finders, etc.) through a single standardized connection system.
2Loss of time
If accessories are permanently fixed to the sighting device, then the connection is stable and reliable, but the time required to change accessories is excessive
Solution Approach 1:
The connector is pre-designed with alignment features (positioning protrusions and corresponding slots) that automatically guide the accessory into the correct position during attachment. This preliminary design of the connection geometry ensures quick and accurate alignment, reducing replacement time while maintaining connection reliability through precise mechanical engagement.
Solution Approach 2:
The connector incorporates dynamic elements such as spring-loaded clamping blocks that can move between locked and unlocked states. This dynamic mechanism allows for rapid attachment and detachment while ensuring stable connection during use, balancing speed and reliability requirements.
3Ease of operation
If a quick-release mechanism is implemented, then the ease of operation is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple functions are merged into the connector design: mechanical attachment (clamping blocks and slots), positioning (protrusions and guide features), and electrical connection (contact points) are integrated into a single unified interface. This merging reduces the number of separate components and operations needed, improving ease of use while controlling overall complexity.
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure discloses a sighting device with a quick-release accessory, includes a sighting module housing and an accessory housing. The sighting module housing wherein a first connector is arranged on one side of the sighting module housing, and a first electrical connection portion is arranged on one side of the first connector facing away from the sighting module housing; and an accessory housing, wherein a second connector is arranged on one side of the accessory housing; the second connector is detachably connected to the first connector, so that the accessory housing is connected to the sighting module housing; a second electrical connection portion is arranged on one side of the second connector facing away from the accessory housing; and the second electrical connection portion is electrically connected to the first electrical connection portion.