Universal Firearm Magazine Mounting Platform with Rotational Adapter
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing firearm mounting systems lack a secure and versatile method for accessing firearm parts during cleaning, maintenance, and repair, as they do not provide adequate support or ergonomic access for various firearm types.
Innovation Solution
A universal magazine mounting platform with dowel pins, rotational adapters, and risers that securely hold firearms in place, allowing for easy access and compatibility with multiple firearm types, including M4 carbine, AR rifle, and Model 1911 pistol, through a tool-less, ergonomic design.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a secure mounting method is implemented, then firearm stability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system is divided into separate functional components: a base plate for mounting to the firearm, adjustable arms for positioning, and clamping mechanisms for securing. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently while maintaining overall stability without excessive complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting system is designed with universal features that can accommodate multiple firearm types and configurations through adjustable components. The base plate and arms can be repositioned to suit different magazine orientations and firearm sizes, providing stable mounting across various platforms without requiring multiple specialized systems.
2Adaptability or versatility
If versatile mounting options are provided, then adaptability is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system incorporates dynamically adjustable components including movable arms, repositionable clamps, and adjustable positioning mechanisms. These dynamic elements allow the system to adapt to different firearm configurations through simple adjustments rather than complex reconfigurations, maintaining ease of operation while achieving versatility.
Solution Approach 2:
The system utilizes adjustable parameters such as arm length, clamp position, and mounting angle that can be modified to accommodate different firearm types. By changing these parameters through simple adjustment mechanisms rather than complex reconfiguration, the system achieves broad adaptability while maintaining operational simplicity.
3Ease of operation
If ergonomic access is designed, then ease of operation is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The ergonomic access features utilize dimensional adjustments in multiple directions through adjustable arms and positioning mechanisms. By moving components through different spatial dimensions rather than adding complex mechanical structures, the system achieves improved access convenience without proportionally increasing device complexity.
Data Source
AI summary
A magazine mounting platform having at least one mounting fixture for insertion into the magazine compartment of a firearm thus securing the firearm in place. The magazine mounting fixture may include at least one dowel pin operable for insertion into receivers on the platform. Some embodiments may also include a rotational adapter which allows for a firearm mounted on the fixture to be rotated. Risers may be included to provide additional support for a firearm by securing in place a barrel or a stock. Some embodiments may include magazine mounts for M4 carbine type, AR rifle type or Model 1911 pistol type firearms.