Tape Switch Mounting Bracket for Firearms

1Ease of operation

If adhesive backed hook and loop strips are used to attach tape switch, then attachment is simple, but the tape switch position is not secure or constant

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveease of attachmentVSAvoidtape switch position stability

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The mounting bracket is divided into distinct functional segments: a secure attachment interface for the tape switch, a rail mounting interface for firearm attachment, and aperture features for accessory mounting. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function optimally while maintaining overall system reliability.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The mounting bracket serves as an intermediary component between the tape switch and the firearm rail system. It provides a stable mounting platform that secures the tape switch in a constant position while allowing easy attachment and detachment from various firearm rails.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Ease of operation

If wire or wire ties are used to attach tape switch, then attachment is simple, but the tape switch can be easily snagged and move creating inconsistent position

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveease of attachmentVSAvoidtape switch position consistency

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSStability of the object's composition

Solution Approach 1:

The mounting bracket is divided into distinct functional segments: a secure attachment interface for the tape switch, a rail mounting interface for firearm attachment, and aperture features for accessory mounting. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function optimally while maintaining overall system reliability.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The mounting bracket serves as an intermediary component between the tape switch and the firearm rail system. It provides a stable mounting platform that secures the tape switch in a constant position while allowing easy attachment and detachment from various firearm rails.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

3Ease of operation

If rubber bands are used to attach tape switch, then attachment is simple, but the tape switch position is not secure and can move creating inconsistent position

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveease of attachmentVSAvoidtape switch position stability

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The mounting bracket is divided into distinct functional segments: a secure attachment interface for the tape switch, a rail mounting interface for firearm attachment, and aperture features for accessory mounting. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function optimally while maintaining overall system reliability.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The mounting bracket serves as an intermediary component between the tape switch and the firearm rail system. It provides a stable mounting platform that secures the tape switch in a constant position while allowing easy attachment and detachment from various firearm rails.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

4Ease of operation

If adhesive backed hook and loop strips are used, then attachment is simple, but moving the tape switch to different location or firearm is difficult or cumbersome

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveease of attachmentVSAvoidrepositionability

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The mounting bracket is designed with dynamic characteristics that allow it to be easily attached and detached from different firearm rails. The rail attachment feature with multiple apertures enables quick repositioning to different locations on the same firearm or transfer to different firearms without complex removal procedures.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The mounting bracket incorporates a universal rail attachment feature that is compatible with multiple rail systems (Picatinny, KeyMod, M-Lok). This multi-functionality allows the same bracket to be used across different firearm platforms and locations, enhancing adaptability and repositionability.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

5Ease of operation

If wire or wire ties are used, then attachment is simple, but moving the tape switch to different location or firearm is difficult or cumbersome

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveease of attachmentVSAvoidrepositionability

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The mounting bracket is designed with dynamic characteristics that allow it to be easily attached and detached from different firearm rails. The rail attachment feature with multiple apertures enables quick repositioning to different locations on the same firearm or transfer to different firearms without complex removal procedures.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The mounting bracket incorporates a universal rail attachment feature that is compatible with multiple rail systems (Picatinny, KeyMod, M-Lok). This multi-functionality allows the same bracket to be used across different firearm platforms and locations, enhancing adaptability and repositionability.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

6Ease of operation

If rubber bands are used, then attachment is simple, but moving the tape switch to different location or firearm is difficult or cumbersome

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveease of attachmentVSAvoidrepositionability

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The mounting bracket is designed with dynamic characteristics that allow it to be easily attached and detached from different firearm rails. The rail attachment feature with multiple apertures enables quick repositioning to different locations on the same firearm or transfer to different firearms without complex removal procedures.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The mounting bracket incorporates a universal rail attachment feature that is compatible with multiple rail systems (Picatinnym, KeyMod, M-Lok). This multi-functionality allows the same bracket to be used across different firearm platforms and locations, enhancing adaptability and repositionability.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Tape Switch Mounting Bracket for Firearms

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3Ease of operation

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4Ease of operation

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6Ease of operation

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