Three-Mode Toy Gun With Mating Member And Trigger Mechanism

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing toy guns typically only offer one or two modes of operation due to the complexity of integrating three modes, such as single-action, automatic, and manual modes, into a single device.

Innovation Solution

A three-mode toy gun design incorporating a firing cylinder assembly, transmission gear train, electric drive mechanism, mating member, trigger mechanism, and mode adjustment plate, allowing for single-action, automatic, and manual modes of operation by adjusting the position of the mating member and controlling the electric drive mechanism.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If three modes (manual, single-action, automatic) are integrated into one toy gun, then the versatility and user experience are improved, but the device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveoperational modesVSAvoidstructure
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The toy gun integrates three different operational modes (manual, single-action, and automatic) into a single device through a multi-functional control system. The mode adjustment plate and mating member mechanism enable one device to perform multiple functions that would traditionally require separate guns, directly applying the universality principle to resolve the contradiction between versatility and complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The control system uses a movable mating member that can be positioned in different locations (first, second, and third positions) along a guide groove to dynamically change the operational mode. This dynamic reconfiguration allows the same mechanical structure to adapt to different firing modes, reducing the need for separate static mechanisms for each mode and thereby managing complexity while maintaining versatility.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Adaptability or versatility

If a mode adjustment mechanism is added to enable three modes, then the adaptability is improved, but the ease of operation deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveoperational modesVSAvoidmode switching
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The mode adjustment function is merged with the trigger mechanism by integrating the mode adjustment plate and mating member into the existing trigger assembly. Users switch modes by manipulating the same trigger component in different ways, rather than adding a separate mode-selection device. This merging approach maintains ease of operation by using familiar controls while enabling multiple operational modes.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

3Productivity

If the electric drive mechanism is continuously powered for automatic mode, then the productivity is improved, but the use of energy increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvefiring rateVSAvoidpower consumption
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSUse of energy by moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The electric drive mechanism operates periodically rather than continuously - it activates during each firing cycle in automatic mode and remains inactive between cycles. The motor drives the piston member only when needed to eject bullets, creating a periodic operation pattern that maintains high firing productivity while minimizing energy consumption during non-firing intervals.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #19Periodic action

Solution Approach 2:

The system uses the trigger mechanism itself to control power delivery - when the trigger is released, the convex bar automatically disconnects from the switch, turning off power to the motor. This self-service approach ensures energy is consumed only when the user intends to fire, automatically managing power usage based on actual operational needs without requiring separate energy management controls.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

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 toy gun provides players with three distinct operational modes, satisfying different user preferences and enhancing play experiences by enabling single-action, continuous automatic firing, and manual operation.

Implementation Method 1

a first elastic member is provided between the piston member and the gun shell... the first elastic member is elastically released to drive the piston member to move in a reverse direction

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElasticity: Elasticity

Implementation Method 2

the electric drive mechanism comprises a motor and a power supply cable, the motor is in transmission connection with an input end gear of the transmission gear train

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic conversion: Electromagnetic Induction

Data Source

PatentUS12259209B2Three-mode toy gun
Publication Date: 2025.03.25 BEAUTIFUL TOYS TECH CO LTD
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AI summary

This application discloses a three-mode toy gun which comprises a gun shell, a firing cylinder assembly, a transmission gear train, a mating member and a trigger mechanism. An electric drive mechanism comprises a motor and a power supply cable having a first switch and a second switch connected in series. The mating member is movably provided in the gun shell, and the mating member has a first position, a second position and a third position. The trigger mechanism is arranged in the gun shell, and the trigger mechanism has a trigger and a convex bar. The three-mode toy gun is provided with a single-action mode, an automatic mode and a manual mode by means of mating arrangement of the structural members, which provides players with three use experiences and satisfies the preferences of different players.