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20080282595 | Device for Recording and Displaying Data from the Firing of Small-Arms - A device for recording and displaying data from the firing cycle of small-arms that senses when a shot has been fired from a weapon using its acceleration, acoustic noise, or RF emissions; measures the interval between shots so that the firing rate may be determined; measures the time at which each shot has been fired; measures the number of rounds fired and deducts that number from a predetermined total thus displaying the remaining number of rounds contained within the weapon's magazine in real time to the operator; stores any combination of firing rate, firing intervals and time data for subsequent analysis and has an electrical interface to transfer data from the device to a computer or other data collection device. | 11-20-2008 |
20090007476 | Retrofit safety means for weapons and method for securing weapons - The present invention relates to a safety means for weapons. The safety means comprises an electronic control unit for the authentication of an authorized user and the control of a safety mechanism. The safety mechanism mechanically engages with at least one mechanical part of the ignition chain so that said ignition chain is interrupted and firing is prevented. The safety mechanism comprises an actuator for releasing said engagement of the safety mechanism in case the electronic control unit identifies an authentication signal. The safety means according to the present invention is provided in a retrofit main component part of a weapon, which replaces a corresponding original main component part of the weapon. The safety means is preferably controllable by a transponder. | 01-08-2009 |
20090038197 | LIMITED USE FIREARM - A method for controlling a lifetime of a firearm including, but not limited to limiting a number of rounds a firearm can fire, wherein after a certain number of rounds have been fired, the firearm is rendered incapable of firing more rounds. | 02-12-2009 |
20090071053 | Modular Firearm System with Interchangeable Grip and Slide Assemblies and an Improved Firing Pin Safety for Firearm - In one aspect, a firearm system allows multiple modular firearm configurations, thereby providing significant customizability of the firearm by the user. All of the components necessary to fire the weapon are carried on a common receiver assembly. Interchangeable slide assemblies and handgrip modules can be detachably connected to the common receiver to substitute one firearm size, handgrip circumference, and/or munitions caliber for another. For example, the handgrip module can be substituted so as to change the size of the firearm and/or the slide assembly can be changed for purposes of changing the caliber of the firearm. In another aspect, an improved firing pin safety, which is capable of use in a one-piece machined slide, and which is additionally capable of being manufactured as a stamped sheet metal part, is provided. | 03-19-2009 |
20090300961 | BOLT ACTION PART FOR ELECRICAL OR LASER-BASED CARTRIDGE - Disclosed is a chamber closing piece ( | 12-10-2009 |
20100199539 | LIMITED USE FIREARM - A method for controlling a lifetime of a firearm including replacing a former portion of a firing mechanism of the firearm with a new portion, and constructing the new portion of the firing mechanism with a mechanical strength weaker than the former portion so that the new portion mechanically fails after significantly less rounds have been fired from the firearm than with the former portion. | 08-12-2010 |
20100205844 | Devices and Methods for Recovering Articles Inadvertently Submerged in a Body of Water - A device and method for recovering articles inadvertently submerged in a body of water are disclosed. The device comprises a housing attachable to the article, the housing defining a storage chamber with a storage chamber opening at one end. The storage chamber contains a buoyant flotation element held in the storage chamber by a water-activated release mechanism that permits the flotation element to move toward and through the storage chamber opening when the device is submerged in water. The flotation element remains connected to the housing by a connection mechanism. The device housing also may include a biasing mechanism configured to bias the flotation element toward the storage chamber opening. The method includes attaching the housing to the article to be retrieved, having the flotation element release from the housing and float to the surface of the water and following the connection mechanism from the flotation element to the housing. | 08-19-2010 |
20100251586 | Shot-counting device for a firearm - A device for counting shots fired by a firearm including a permanent magnet mounted to moving portion of the firearm and electrically coupled to a coil mounted on a relatively stationary portion of the firearm. Movement of the magnet relative to the coil induces an electromotive force within the coil. The induced electromotive force can be used increment a shot-count indictor and thereby record the number of shots fired by the firearm. The electromotive force can also be measured by a verification circuit to determine the strength of a shot and thereby verify whether a round was actually discharged by the firearm. In some embodiments, information regarding the number of shots discharged and the strength of the shots can be transmitted to an external device. | 10-07-2010 |
20100313457 | BLANK FIRING ADAPTER FOR FIREARM - Various techniques are provided for firing blanks from firearms. In one example, a blank firing adapter includes a mount assembly operatively configured to be attached to a muzzle of a firearm. The blank firing adapter also includes a main body having an interior chamber. The blank firing adapter also includes an escape port positioned longitudinally forward of the interior chamber and not in communication therewith. The blank firing adapter also includes a barrier interposed between the escape port and the interior chamber. The blank firing adapter also includes a projectile receiving area positioned longitudinally forward of the escape port and configured to slow down a projectile from the muzzle therethrough. | 12-16-2010 |
20110047847 | SHOT INDICATING RESETTING TRIGGER FIREARM TRAINING SYSTEM - A firearm training tool having a shot indicating system in further in one form a trigger take-up indicating system. The trigger module is adjustable to adjust various properties of the trigger. | 03-03-2011 |
20110072703 | Device for Counting Shots for Firearms - The invention relates to a device for counting shots ( | 03-31-2011 |
20110138667 | HANDGUN IDENTIFICATION LIGHT - The handgun identification light is a device attachable to a handgun, the device illuminating the handgun with flashing blue and red lights to provide advanced real-time early warning to police officers who encounter a fellow off-duty plainclothes or undercover officer during their response to the commission of a crime. The device has an on-off switch connected to a battery and flashing LED's disposed along opposing sides of the device. The device includes a tilt switch, grip switch, or gun motion sensor that detects when a user draws the weapon. By activation of the flashing red and blue To light device on his weapon, an off-duty plainclothes or undercover police officer who draws the weapon becomes readily identifiable by other officers in proximity as a fellow law officer, thus avoiding misidentification and tragically resultant friendly fire incidents. | 06-16-2011 |
20110162245 | Firearm Sensing Device and Method - A system for resolving at least one use parameter relating to a firing of a machinegun or of a semi-automatic firearm having a receiver, an action within the receiver and that includes a piston, and a buffer tube that receives at least a portion of the piston during a cycling of the action in response to a recoil. The system includes: a display configured to display at least an indication of at least one use parameter; a sensor disposed in the buffer tube, the sensor sensing a cycling of an action via movement of the piston in the buffer tube; a processor that receives sensed data from the sensor and, based on the received sensed data, calculates the at least one use parameter, the processor causing the display to display the at least an indication; and a power source disposed in the stock or the display and energizing the sensor, the processor, and the display. | 07-07-2011 |
20110167691 | FINGER ALIGNMENT DEVICES FOR TRIGGERS AND TRIGGER-ACTIVATED DEVICES INCORPORATING THE SAME - Alignment devices for assisting proper location of fingers relative to the triggers of trigger-activated devices, trigger-activated devices, finger position indicating triggers for trigger-activated devices, and methods for activating a trigger-activated device are disclosed. Alignment devices for assisting proper location of a finger relative to a trigger may include a body having a trigger face configured to engage a user's finger, a trigger-engaging region, and a position indicator disposed on the trigger face. The trigger-engaging region may be adapted to couple the alignment device to a trigger of a trigger-activated device. The trigger-engaging region may be configured to position the trigger face in a predetermined position relative to the trigger. The position indicator may be disposed on the trigger face. The position indicator may be configured to provide an indication that at least a portion of the finger is positioned in a predetermined lateral position relative to the trigger. | 07-14-2011 |
20110232147 | PRESSURE MEASURING DEVICE FOR BULLET SEATING - The present disclosure is directed to a pressure measuring device used to measure the pressure being applied to a ramrod of a muzzleloading firearm during bullet seating. A pressure measuring device may include a housing, a spring, and a ramrod receiving portion. The pressure measuring device may also and/or alternatively include electrical circuitry used for converting the applied pressure to an electrical signal. | 09-29-2011 |
20110252681 | Pulse Modulated Laser Sight for Firearms - A laser sighting device for a semi-automatic handgun having a recoil spring guide chamber housing a recoil spring surrounding a spring guide. The laser sighting device includes a pulse modulated laser received within the spring guide, having an input and a light output for emitting a pulse modulated laser light aligned with a path of a bullet fired by the handgun; and a sensor for detecting firing of the handgun, having an output coupled to the input of the pulse modulated laser. When the sensor detects the handgun has been fired, the output of the sensor triggers the pulse modulated laser to emit a train of pulses of laser light. | 10-20-2011 |
20110271573 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING A FIREARM THAT EMITS A DISTINGUISHABLE AUDIBLE SOUND - A firearm having a barrel and a whistle, wherein when the firearm is discharged air is forced through the whistle to cause a whistle sound. In one particular embodiment, the whistle comprises a barrel port, a channel, and a whistle port and wherein when the firearm is discharged a bullet traveling down the barrel forces air through the barrel port, the channel, and the whistle port to cause a whistle sound. In another embodiment, the whistle is associated with a firearm attachment and the firearm attachment is removably couplable to the firearm. In a further embodiment, the whistle is modifiable and modification of the whistle is configurable to eliminate or change the whistle sound. In a further embodiment, the whistle sound is associated with a signal that is transmitted to another device or central location for analysis, wherein the signal comprises a firearm identification or locational information. | 11-10-2011 |
20110289810 | SCOUT SNIPER OBSERVATION SCOPE - A method and system for an observation system for use in weapon aiming is disclosed. An observation scope displays azimuth and elevation adjustments. Meteorological information is gathered by one or more weather stations, which use weather sensors. A range finder determines a distance between the observation scope and a target. A ballistics processor determines a ballistic solution based on the distance and the meteorological information. The ballistic solution is provided to the observation scope. | 12-01-2011 |
20120011756 | GUN-AMMUNITION INTELLIGENT SYSTEM FOR OWNER RECOGNITION OF PORTABLE GUNS - An intelligent gun-ammunition system for a portable gun includes a gun having a handle; an owner recognition circuit having circuitry for recognizing an authorized grip on the handle and an activating circuit for allowing operation of a firing mechanism of the gun when authorized grip is recognized; ammunition for the gun; and an ammunition circuit communicated with the owner recognition circuit for allowing the ammunition to be fired when the owner recognition circuit recognizes the authorized grip. | 01-19-2012 |
20120042553 | FIREARMS SAFETY MECHANISM - A firearm having a barrel and a whistle, wherein when the firearm is discharged air is forced through the whistle to cause a whistle sound. In one particular embodiment, the whistle comprises a barrel port, a channel, and a whistle port and wherein when the firearm is discharged a bullet traveling down the barrel forces air through the barrel port, the channel, and the whistle port to cause a whistle sound. In another embodiment, the whistle is associated with a firearm attachment and the firearm attachment is removably couplable to the firearm. In a further embodiment, the whistle is modifiable and modification of the whistle is configurable to eliminate or change the whistle sound. In a further embodiment, the whistle sound is associated with a signal that is transmitted to another device or central location for analysis, wherein the signal comprises a firearm identification or locational information. | 02-23-2012 |
20120137555 | Gun-Resembling Weapon - A gun-resembling weapon is defined, in a longitudinal direction thereof, by a first end portion and a second end portion. A first butt extends from the first end portion towards the second end portion. The weapon is further provided with a second butt extending from the second end portion towards the first end portion. | 06-07-2012 |
20120297654 | FIREARM SENSOR SYSTEM - A firearm sensor system includes one or more sensor groups and a data storage device. Each of the sensor groups is configured for attachment to a firearm. One of the sensor groups includes a sensor for measuring a position of a firearm bolt relative to a start position of the bolt, and a wireless transmission component for wirelessly transmitting the sensor data. The data storage device includes a computer-readable medium having an executable application stored on the computer-readable medium. The application, when executed on a computing device, receives data from the sensor group via a wireless communication system and presents the data in a user interface displayed on a monitor. In one embodiment, the sensor includes a spring force sensor coupled to a bolt return spring on the firearm. | 11-29-2012 |
20130000170 | BLANK SAFETY DEVICE AND FIREARM ADAPTER - In one embodiment, a blank safety device is provided that includes: a body defining a cylindrical bore having a closed distal end, the body also defining an proximally extending internal cavity in communication with the cylindrical bore; a bullet plug received within the cylindrical bore, the bullet plug being configured to distally displace within the cylindrical bore towards the closed distal end in response to the impact of a fired bullet; and a back section received within the internal cavity in the body, the back section defining an internal chamber that is sealed with respect to a proximal bore for receiving a firearm attachment. | 01-03-2013 |
20130019510 | FIREARM LOCKING SYSTEM - A locking system for a firearm is disclosed. A lock has a set state and an unset state, and substantial movement of any one or more fire control group components is inhibited with in the set state. A biometric sensor attachable to a grip of the firearm is receptive to an input biometric feature data set corresponding to a physiological feature of a user. A biometric input controller stores biometric feature data sets corresponding to enrolled user identities in a memory, and compares it against the input biometric feature data set to generate a biometric input validation status indicator signal. A proximity sensor attachable to the grip detects possession of the firearm by the user and generates a corresponding grip detection indicator signal. A system controller selectively actuates the lock to the set state and the unset state based upon a received combination and sequence of the biometric input validation status indicator signal and the grip detection indicator signal. | 01-24-2013 |
20130326923 | Method and device useful for aiming a firearm - Disclosed is a method of aiming a firearm operated by an operator, comprising: a) at a range-determining rate of at least as frequent as once a second, determining the range to an object along an aiming line of a firearm; b) generating a signal audible to the operator, wherein at least one characteristic of the audible signal is modulated as a function of said determined range; and c) discharging the firearm in response to the characteristic of the signal. Also disclosed is a device useful in helping to aim a firearm, comprising: a) a range-determining unit configured for mounting on a firearm, further configured for determining the range to an object along an aiming line at a range-determining rate of at least as frequent as once a second; and b) a reporting unit functionally associated with the range-determining unit, configured to generate a signal audible to a human operator, wherein at least one characteristic of the signal is modulated as a function of a range determined by the range-determining unit. Also disclosed is a firearm comprising: a firearm body including a barrel having a muzzle at a distal end; and mounted on the firearm body, a range-determining unit of the device useful in helping to aim a firearm. | 12-12-2013 |
20140020274 | Handgun - According to the invention, a handgun has an electronic device with a timer. Said timer defines a period of time. If said period of time has expired, the mechanical device for triggering the cartridge is mechanically blocked. | 01-23-2014 |
20140047748 | Safety Index for a Firearm - A firearm has a safety index that may be an elongate depression or an elongate convexity formed on a frame of the firearm adjacent a trigger of the firearm, and may further include a plurality of raised dots. The safety index is configured to allow a user of the firearm to move between the safety index and the trigger, as necessary, for instance, as the user goes between non-firing and firing conditions. | 02-20-2014 |
20140047749 | OFF-TRIGGER LOCATOR AND GUIDE PATH FOR A FIREARM - A firearm has an off-trigger locator and/or guide path. The off-trigger locator may be a depression or a convexity formed on a side of a frame of the firearm adjacent a trigger of the firearm, and may further include a raised portion. The off-trigger locator is configured to allow a user of the firearm to move between the off-trigger locator and the trigger, as necessary, for instance, as the user goes between non-firing and firing conditions. The guide position may comprise a groove or raised ridge formed on a frame of the firearm adjacent a trigger of the firearm and extending from the frame of the firearm into a trigger area adjacent the trigger. The guide path is configured to allow the user to move along the guide path away from and into the trigger area, as necessary, for instance, as the user goes between non-firing and firing conditions. | 02-20-2014 |
20140047750 | OFF-TRIGGER LOCATOR - An off-trigger locator for firearm comprises an elongated member adapted to mounted to a frame of the firearm adjacent a trigger of the firearm. The member is configured to allow a user of the firearm to sense the member with a trigger finger of the user and to move the trigger finger between the member and the trigger without significant movement of a hand of the user. The member comprises longitudinally opposite first and second ends with longitudinal sides extending between the longitudinally opposite ends. A locator surface is arranged between the longitudinal sides. The longitudinal side adjacent the trigger of the firearm forms a shoulder. The other longitudinal side is spaced from the shoulder by the locator surface. The width of the member at the shoulder is greater than the width of the member at the other longitudinal side. A method of mounting the off-trigger locator is provided. | 02-20-2014 |
20140230296 | SAFETY DEVICE OF A GUN AND METHOD FOR USING SAFETY DEVICE - A safety device of a gun includes elements for determining the geographical location of the gun and the shooting direction, elements for receiving via a short range radio link from a gun user's mobile phone a safety area map related to the current location and location data of moving or fixed targets in this safety area. The safety device additionally has elements for determining those moments, when the gun is in the shooting position. When the gun is in the shooting position the safety device determines the risk area, within which there must be no targets preventing shooting. The safety device determines the size of the safety area based on the type of gun and the shooting direction of the gun. If it is detected that there are targets preventing shooting in the determined risk area, then the safety device generates a warning detectable with humans senses regarding this. | 08-21-2014 |
20140259841 | FIREARM SAFETY SYSTEM - A firearm safety system and method is described herein. The system may include a tracking system, a smart firearm and/or a smart magazine, and a smart tracking unit. The tracking system is in communication with satellites that monitor specific locations, a smart firearm and a portable electronic device. The tracking system includes an internal geographical database of specific monitored locations. The smart firearm includes a microprocessor and a receiver. The motor operates in response to a signal received, which may indicate that the firearm is approaching a no gun safety zone, whereby the signal causes the microprocessor to operate the automatic safety lock to prevent the apparatus from operating. The receiver monitors signals and receives location data from the satellites. The method of operating a smart firearm includes receiving a signal at the at least one receiver and responding to the signal by locking the automatic safety lock. | 09-18-2014 |
20140298701 | Gun System and Gun Control Management System Prohibit Gun Violence in Reactive and Proactive - The Gun System and Gun-Control Management System is a two part system to thwart gun violence in any places. The Gun System is a microprocessor with memory and supporting components that are embedded in the gun. The CPU of the Gun System executes software with data from the memory to identify authorized users with stand-alone electrical device; to discharge Unauthorized user with remote power switch or systems; to prohibit firearm use in restricted areas such as schools and other public places with GPS device and disable the gun trigger by moving it into the locked position with disabling device. In this way, the gun system thwarts gun violence in a reactive mode. The Gun-Control Management system maintains a plurality of database in communication with multiple gun systems to thwarts gun violence in proactive mode. | 10-09-2014 |
20150113847 | Counting Device - Counting device designed to determine the number of shots and cartridges in a weapon, which comprises an activator sensor ( | 04-30-2015 |
20160076843 | FIREARM SAFETY AND CHAMBER BLOCK INDICATOR - This invention is directed to a firearm safety device that has a chamber block for being received in a chamber of a firearm. An internal area is defined in the chamber block and can receive a bullet so that the bullet biases the outer walls outward. A visual indicator is attached to a distal end of the chamber block and is received in the bore of the barrel and extending outward past the muzzle providing a visual indication that the firearm is in a safe condition. In one embodiment, the chamber block can be inserted into the muzzle and the visual indicator extends through the barrel and chamber and out of the ejection port of magazine well. The visual indicator can be modifiable in length to accommodate various lengths of barrels and can be flexible. | 03-17-2016 |
20160116241 | AUTOMATIC ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION SYSTEM FOR TRACKING FIREARMS - This invention provides a system, method and algorithm for automatic electronic communication between a firearm formed with a location tracking system and a signal emitting arrangement. A data processing system is provided at a restricted firearm-free-zone established around key public sites (schools, mass gathering places etc.). The safety and security system for tracking firearms of the invention is arranged, so that upon approaching the restricted firearm-free-zone an unauthorized firearm activates a security protocol, so as to trigger an automatic alarm, dispatch of police and EMS etc. | 04-28-2016 |
20160161205 | BALLISTIC INFORMATION TAG FOR WEAPON AND METHOD - A tag in the form of a band provides ballistic information for rifle ammunition or flight or sight information for arrows. The band is selectively attachable to the weapon such that the ballistic information is readily available to the user of the weapon and the band can be removed and used again on the same or a different weapon. The band can wrap around a portion of the weapon and be held by friction or a combination of friction and compressive force. The band can be elastic and stretch over the stock of a rifle or shotgun, the grip of a handgun, the stock of a cross bow, or a counterweight on a compound bow. The disclosure also provides a method for providing the ballistic information to the user of the weapon through the band that is selectively attachable to the weapon. The band can be provided with the container of ammunition at the time of purchase. | 06-09-2016 |
20160169603 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR IDENTIFICATION OF THE USER OF A FIREARM DUE TO UNIQUE SIGNATURE MEASURED BY FIREARM SENSOR TELEMETRY | 06-16-2016 |
20160169624 | Sight Level for Firearm | 06-16-2016 |
20160252317 | A MAGAZINE AND A SYSTEM FOR LOCKING A FIREARM | 09-01-2016 |
20160377373 | WEAPON ALERT SYSTEM AND METHOD - The present invention is directed to a device, system, and associated method useful in alerting and warning an individual or another before the individual activates a weapon such as a gun, a Taser, or the like, by emitting a signal, which could be a vibration, noise, or other indicator to act as a message or to provide the individual with an opportunity to consider the consequences of activating the weapon. The signal may be activated when the weapon is removed or is being removed from a holster or other holding device. The removal of the weapon from the holding device may be detected by using magnets, switches, or another known method. The device may also be able to be turned off manually, such as if in a shooting range or in practice. | 12-29-2016 |
20170234637 | Adaptable Gun Safety System | 08-17-2017 |