Patent Application
20210325136
The embodiments of present invention relate to firearms. More specifically, the present invention relates to firearm kits and existing FCUs.
A conventional gun, such as a rifle and/or pistol containing a striker is able to strike the casing of ammunition to ignite the primer and discharge the projectile. For example, when a trigger of pistol is pulled, the sear releases the striker, allowing the striker spring to displace the striker forward so that the striker strikes the ammunition to launch a bullet. Typically, the guns include different types of firearms which include, but not limited to, semiautomatic rifles (i.e., Ruger SR-556, Smith & Wesson M&P15-22, CMMG Mk47 Mutant), bullpup firearms (i.e., Kel-Tec KSG, Kel-Tec RDB, M17S556), and/or machine guns (i.e., TEC 9, NP9, Honey Badger PDW).
A problem associated with the conventional guns is that the components of the different types of the guns are not interchangeable.
A firearm assembly, capable of firing bullets, includes a firearm assembly kit and a firing control unit (“FCU”). The FCU, in one embodiment, is disassembled from a handgun which is operable by one hand and capable of initiating firing a bullet when a trigger of the FCU is pulled. The firearm assembly kit is configured to house the FCU to form an operable firearm resembling a semiautomatic rifle operable by two hands. The kit includes a grip module and an extended firing slide (“EFS”). The grip module includes a handgrip, an FCU housing, a trigger guard, and a magazine port, wherein the trigger guard is situated between the handgrip and the magazine port which is located in front of the handgrip away from a user. The EFS facilitates firing of bullets passing through a magazine inserted in the magazine port via an extended firing pin in accordance with the FCU firing mechanism.
Additional features and benefits of the exemplary embodiment(s) of the present invention will become apparent from the detailed description, figures and claims set forth below.
Exemplary embodiment(s) of the present invention will be understood more fully from the detailed description given below and from the accompanying drawings of various embodiments of the invention, which, however, should not be taken to limit the invention to the specific embodiments, but are for explanation and understanding only.
Exemplary embodiment(s) of the present invention is described herein in the context of a method, system and apparatus of modifying a firearm using a grip module or a firearm kit via an existing FCU.
Those of ordinary skills in the art will realize that the following detailed description of the exemplary embodiment(s) is illustrative only and is not intended to be in any way limiting. Other embodiments will readily suggest themselves to such skilled persons having the benefit of this disclosure. Reference will now be made in detail to implementations of the exemplary embodiment(s) as illustrated in the accompanying drawings. The same reference indicators will be used throughout the drawings and the following detailed description to refer to the same or like parts.
References to “one embodiment,” “an embodiment,” “example embodiment,” “various embodiments,” “exemplary embodiment,” “one aspect,” “an aspect,” “exemplary aspect,” “various aspects,” etc., indicate that the embodiment(s) of the invention so described may include a particular feature, structure, or characteristic, but not every embodiment necessarily includes the particular feature, structure, or characteristic. Further, repeated use of the phrase “in one embodiment” does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, although it may.
In the interest of clarity, not all of the routine features of the implementations described herein are shown and described. It will, of course, be understood that in the development of any such actual implementation, numerous implementation-specific decisions may be made in order to achieve the developer's specific goals, such as compliance with application- and business-related constraints, and that these specific goals will vary from one implementation to another and from one developer to another. Moreover, it will be understood that such a development effort might be complex and time-consuming, but would nevertheless be a routine undertaking of engineering for those of ordinary skills in the art having the benefit of this disclosure.
Various embodiments of the present invention illustrated in the drawings may not be drawn to scale. Rather, the dimensions of the various features may be expanded or reduced for clarity. In addition, some of the drawings may be simplified for clarity. Thus, the drawings may not depict all of the components of a given apparatus (e.g., device) or method.
As used herein, the singular forms of article “a”, “an” and “the” are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Also, the terms “comprises” and/or “comprising,” when used in this specification, specify the presence of stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements, and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components, and/or groups thereof. The term “and/or” includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.
One embodiment of the presently claimed invention discloses a modified firearm or a firearm assembly capable of firing bullets. The firearm assembly includes a firearm assembly kit and a firing control unit (“FCU”). The FCU, in one embodiment, is disassembled from a handgun which is operable by one hand and capable of initiating firing a bullet when a trigger of the FCU is pulled. The firearm assembly kit is configured to house the FCU to form an operable firearm resembling a semiautomatic rifle operable by two hands. The kit includes a grip module and an extended firing slide (“EFS”). The grip module includes a handgrip, an FCU housing, a trigger guard, and a magazine port, wherein the trigger guard is situated between the handgrip and the magazine port which is located in front of the handgrip away from a user. The EFS facilitates firing of bullets passing through a magazine inserted in the magazine port via an extended firing pin.
In an alternative embodiment, a firearm assembly resembling a bullpup-shaped rifle (“BSR”) or ArmaLite rifle (“AR”) is assembled using a kit and an existing FCU. The BSR or AR shaped assembly is able to expel an object such as a bullet. In some embodiments, the BSR includes an FCU, grip module, bullpup rear attachment, and bolt and barrel assembly. The FCU is a serialized trigger mechanism capable of initiating launching a directional object when a trigger of the FCU is pulled. The grip module which contains a grip, FCU housing, and rear stabilizing connector, wherein the FCU housing is configured to house a removable FCU. The bullpup rear attachment which is coupled to the rear stabilizing connector for enhancing stability is configured to have a magazine port for receiving a magazine. The bolt and barrel assembly which is situated above the magazine port inside of the bullpup rear attachment behind the FCU facilitates the firing of the object. In one aspect, the BSR also includes an upper receiver configured to couple to the grip module for enclosing the FCU and the bolt and barrel assembly between the upper receiver and the grip module.
Grip module 102, in some embodiments, includes a handle or grip 110, an FCU housing 128, a rear stabilizing connector 112, and a trunnion 114. Grip 110 can be resized to better accommodate smaller or larger hands of a user. In one example, grip 110 is configured to be hollow capable of receiving a magazine of ammunition. It should be noted that grip 110 can be designed to a grip similar to a particular model of firearm. FCU housing 128, in some embodiments, is configured to FCU or FCU module 108. In an alternative embodiment, grip module 102 is configured to accept any one or more of the upper components of the original firearm (such as the barrel, barrel block, bolt, strike, and/or slide) in addition to FCU module 108. For the forgoing discussion, the terms “FCU” and “FCU module” are referring to the similar component(s) and they can be used interchangeably.
Rear stabilizing connector 112, in some embodiments, is configured to accommodate an arm brace, buttstock, or cheek rest attachment. For example, grip module 102 can be designed as a Short Barrel Rifle (“SBR”), which would convert a pistol or rifle to an SBR or act as an alternative grip module for an existing SBR. In one aspect, the rear attachment, such as an arm brace, cheek rest, or buttstock, is configured to be optionally added or removed from rear stabilizing connector 112. In another aspect, the rear attachment such as buttstock could be designed to be stationary or collapsing, and could also be designed to incorporate a spare magazine holster. A function of the rear attachment such as an arm brace or buttstock is to provide stability of the modified assembly during a firing operation.
Upper receiver 106, in some embodiments, is configured to take the form of an upper receiver with the option of a mounting point, a dust cover, which could use the upper components from the original firearm or new components, a trunnion, or a stationary rail. For example, upper receiver 106 contains scope latches 116-118 which will be used to secure a scope for aiming. Upper receiver 106, in one example, includes an opening for the movement of a bolt and bolt carrier associated with firearm cocking as indicated by numeral 120. Upper receiver 106 further includes a serial displaying window which will be used to show the original serial number of FCU when FCU is inserted into FCU housing 128.
An advantage of employing grip module is that it provides accessory options, capability enhancements, customization options, and other options not available on the otherwise available firearms.
Pistol 302, in some embodiments, includes FCU 310, pistol receiver 312, magazine 316, and internal components 314 which includes a slide, barrel, and return spring. Pistol 302, in one example, can be the Glock model 17 which can be easily disassembled to separate FCU 310 from pistol 302. FCU 310, in one embodiment, can be refitted into modified assembly 304 as indicated by numeral 318.
Modified assembly 304, in one embodiment, includes a grip module 102, magazine 326, internal components 336, upper receiver 330, and FCU 320 which is similar or the same as FCU 310. Internal components 336 includes, but not limited to, a slide, a barrel, a barrel block, a bolt, and/or return spring. Grip module includes a rear stabilizing connector which is used to couple to a buttstock 328. It should be noted that when modified assembly 304 is assembled with FCU 320, the assembly should resemble a semiautomatic machine gun such as MP9.
An advantage of using a grip module is that it facilitates a conversion from a pistol like firearm to a rifle or machine gun like firearm using similar FCU modules.
Grip module 402, in one aspect, includes a grip or handle 410, FCU housing or cavity for housing FCU 108, trunnion 414, and rear stabilizing connector 412. Grip module 402, in some embodiments, is structured to include at least a portion of lower receiver for a pistol, Small Barrel Rifle (“SBR”), and/or self-loading semiautomatic rifle. It should be noted that the grip module such as grip module 402 is designed to accept an FCU module such as FCU 108 in such a way that the ammunition loading port(s) and/or ammunition type(s) can be deviated from the originally designated port(s) associated with the FCU when it is manufactured.
An SBR, or short barrel rifle is a type of rifle with relatively short barrel(s). For example, an SBR may have a barrel shorter than 16″ or smaller than 26″ overall length of SBR. Another type of firearm that is similar to SBR is bullpup rifle or Short Barrel Shotgun both of which have relatively short barrels.
The BSR, in one aspect, includes an FCU 108, grip module 402, bullpup rear attachment 422, and bolt and barrel assembly 408, and is capable of firing an object such as a bullet. FCU 108 is configured to be a serialized trigger mechanism capable of initiating launching a directional object when a trigger is pulled. Grip module 402 further contains a grip 410, FCU housing, and rear stabilizing connector 412, wherein the FCU housing is configured to house a removable FCU such as FCU 108.
Bullpup rear attachment 422, coupled to the rear stabilizing connector, is used to enhance overall stability of the BSR. In one example, bullpup rear attachment 422 is configured to have a magazine port 418 for receiving a magazine. The magazine, in one example, is a vessel or receptacle for housing ammunition. Bolt and barrel assembly 408 is situated above magazine port 418 inside attachment 422 for facilitating firing of the object. In one example, bolt and barrel assembly 408 is physically situated behind FCU 108.
The BSR further includes an upper receiver configured to couple to grip module 402 capable of enclosing FCU 108 as well as assembly 408 between upper receiver 106 and grip module 402. Upper receiver 106 includes scope latches 106 capable of receiving a scope for target aiming and a charging handle 426. FCU 108 contains an original serial number for identifying FCU and/or firearm. Grip module 402 contains a serial number window which is located in such a way that when FCU 108 is inserted in the FCU housing of grip module 402, the original serial number of FCU 108 displays through the serial number window. Grip module 402, in some embodiments, can be fabricated by one of aluminum, zinc, alloy, composite materials, and pressure resistance plastics. Grip module 402 includes a trunnion 414, barrel block, or receiver which are used to receive or attach a barrel 406 coupling to grip module 402.
An advantage of using grip module 402 is that it enable to a user to convert from a pistol to a semiautomatic machine gun or rifle or vice versa.
In operation, grip module or lower receiver 502 is configured to house FCU 108 as well as bolt and barrel assembly 408. Barrel 406 can be coupled to bolt & barrel assembly 406 using either a bolt block, lower receiver, and/or assembly 408. Upper receiver, which can perform a function of dusk cover and/or stationary rail, is coupled to lower receiver 502. A benefit of using the embodiment of grip module or lower receiver 502 is that it facilitates converting a hand gun to a carbine-like rifle using some components of the hand gun such as FCU.
First FCU housing or primary FCU location is situated above the trigger, and second FCU housing or secondary FCU location is situated in behind of the trigger. It should be noted that barrel of a gun is referred as the front of gun and buttstock is referred to as the back of the gun. Also, the direct against the gravity is referred to as up or above and the direct with the gravity is referred to as low or below. Third FCU housing or tertiary FCU location is situated in the front of the trigger, wherein the first, second, and third FCU housings are capable of housing one or more FCU modules which can be used to facilitate launching one or more types of ammunition substantially the same time.
In some embodiments, the primary FCU location or primary FCU module location is configured to be above the trigger, and the secondary FCU location or FCU module location is situated to be forward of the trigger. The tertiary FCU module location or FCU location is rearward of the trigger as indicated by numeral 608. In some aspects, grip module 602 is designed to accept an FCU module at any two of the primary, secondary, and tertiary FCU module locations. Grip module 602, in one embodiment, utilizes a single external trigger to actuate one or more FCUs situated in the FCU module locations referenced by numbers 604-608. Grip module 602, in an alternative embodiment, utilizes a single external trigger to actuate three FCUs situated in the FCU module locations referenced by numbers 604-608.
Alternatively, different FCU can be configured to control firing different caliber of bullets. For example, the first FCU may be used to fire 50 caliber (“50 cal”) while the second FCU may be used to control filing of 5.56 millimeters (“mm”). It should be noted that Caliber (Cal) is the diameter of a firearm's bore. For example, “50 cal” is a 0.50 inch caliber, or a half-inch in diameter. Also, 9 mm, 5.56 mm, 7.62 mm are usually referring to the diameter of the bore and bullet that goes through it.
An advantage of using more than one FCU modules or using one FCU module control multiple types of ammunition is to allow a user to launch a grenade, missile, and/or drone while keeping firing of bullets.
Machine gun 820 includes a gun portion 838 and a grenade launcher 836 wherein gun portion 838 includes a grip module 832, barrel 824, and bullet(s) 828. Grenade launcher 826 includes grenade(s) 826 and launcher barrel 822. In some aspects, FCU(s) 830 can be in gun portion 838, launcher 836, or both depending on the configuration of FCU(s). For example, gun 820 includes a bullpup rifle portion 838 containing barrel 824 and grenade launcher 838 with a barrel 822. It should be noted that grenade launcher 838 can launch grenades, drones, missiles, and/or cannons.
Grip module 832, in one example, is designed to accept barrels 822-824 for various sized ammunition such as grenade 826 and bullet 828. In one embodiment, grip module 832 accepts a barrel at the Primary, Secondary, or Tertiary FCU module location as well as two or three barrels simultaneously. Alternatively, grip module 806 or 832 is designed to convert the slide or bolt carrier of the original firearm into a bolt carrier or slide. Grip module 832 or 806 is designed to use the FCU module as a triggering device that activates a firing apparatus. It should be noted that grip module such as grip module 832 is capable of permitting the FCU module such as FCU 830 to activate one or more types of ammunition substantially concurrent.
An advantage of using the grip module is to increase the versatility of firearm using a portion of existing components such as FCU(s).
In some embodiments, gun 820 includes a semiautomatic firearm assembly able to expel or fire bullets and/or grenades. Gun 820 includes an FCU module 830 and grip module 832. FCU module 830 is configured to be a serialized trigger mechanism capable of initiating launching one or more directional objects such as bullets and grenade when a trigger is pulled. FCU module 830, in one embodiment, includes a single FCU configured to control both bullet and grenade firings. Alternatively, FCU module 830 includes two FCUs wherein one FCU is used to fire bullets 828 while another FCU is used to launch grenades 826. It should be noted that additional FCUs may be used to control additional types of ammunition.
Gun 820 further includes an upper receiver configured to couple to the grip module such as grip module 832 for enclosing the FCU, bolt and barrel assembly between the upper receiver and the grip module. Note that the FCU situated in the grip module is able to select one of multiple types of ammunition. In some embodiments, the FCU situated in the first FCU housing is actuated via a triggering system for firing a bullet while the FCU situated in the second FCU housing is actuated via the triggering system for launching a grenade.
Diagram 900 illustrates a bullpup or bullpup like rifle capable of firing ammunition continuously using self-loading mechanism. Embodiments of grip module can be employed to convert between a hand gun and a bullpup like rifle using certain shared components such as FCU module(s). A benefit of using the embodiment(s) of the grip module is to enable a user to interchange certain components such FCU module(s) between pistols, rifles, and machine guns.
According to diagram 900, a firearm assembly includes an existing FCU and a kit which has a shape resembling a bullpup rifle. To assemble the firearm assembly resembling a bullpup rifle, a removable FCU from a handgun is required. It should be noted that a firearm kit generally contains most of the necessary firearm components needed to assemble a bullpup-rifle-like weapon except an FCU. An advantage of using the bullpup-rifle-like firearm kit is that the kit allows a user to modify a handgun into a bullpup-rifle-like firearm.
A handgun is defined as a firearm which is also known as a revolver or pistol configured to be held and fired with one hand. A handgun or pistol generally has a dimension that is overall length of less than 26 inches or a barrel or barrels of less than 16 inches in length. An exemplary handgun containing FCU can be, but not limited to, Sig Sauer p250™, Sig Sauer p320™, Sig Sauer M17™, Sig Sauer M18™, Sig Sauer X5 legion™, Beretta APX™, Ruger 57™, Ruger all American™, Sig Sauer p365™, Sig Sauer p365x1™, Steyr A1™, Steyr A2™, and the like.
Diagram 901 illustrate a small barrel rifle (“SBR”) or SBR like rifle capable of firing ammunition continuously using self-loading mechanism. Embodiments of grip module can be employed to convert between a hand gun and a SBR like rifle using certain shared components such as FCU module(s). A benefit of using the embodiment(s) of the grip module is to enable a user to interchange certain components such FCU module(s) between pistols, rifles, and machine guns.
In one example, SBR like rifle includes a firearm kit and an existing FCU disassembled from a handgun. To assemble a firearm resembling SBR, a removable FCU from a handgun is required. In one aspect, a firearm kit includes most of the components needed to assemble a SBR like rifle except an FCU. An advantage of using an SBR like firearm kit is that the kit allows a user to modify a handgun into an SBR like firearm.
Diagram 902 illustrate an AR such as AR 15 like rifle capable of firing ammunition continuously using self-loading mechanism. Embodiments of grip module can be employed to convert between a hand gun and an AR 15 like rifle using certain shared components such as FCU module(s). A benefit of using the embodiment(s) of the grip module is to enable a user to interchange certain components such FCU module(s) between pistols, rifles, and machine guns.
To assemble a firearm resembling AR 15, a removable FCU from a handgun is required. For example, a firearm kit includes most of the components needed to assemble an AR 15-like firearm except an FCU. An advantage of using AR 15-like firearm kit is that the kit allows a user to modify a handgun into an AR 15-like firearm.
Diagram 1000 illustrate a carbine rifle or carbine like rifle capable of firing ammunition continuously using self-loading mechanism. Embodiments of grip module can be employed to convert between a hand gun and a carbine like rifle using certain shared components such as FCU module(s). A benefit of using the embodiment(s) of the grip module is to enable a user to interchange certain components such FCU module(s) between pistols, rifles, and machine guns.
To assemble a firearm resembling carbine rifle, a removable FCU from a handgun is required. For example, a firearm kit includes most of the components needed to assemble a carbine rifle-like firearm except an FCU. An advantage of using carbine rifle-like firearm kit is that the kit allows a user to modify a handgun into a carbine rifle-like firearm.
Diagram 1002 illustrate an MP9 or MP9 like gun capable of firing ammunition continuously using self-loading mechanism. Embodiments of grip module can be employed to convert between a hand gun and an MP9 like rifle using certain shared components such as FCU module(s). A benefit of using the embodiment(s) of the grip module is to enable a user to interchange certain components such FCU module(s) between pistols, rifles, and machine guns.
To assemble a firearm resembling MP7 or MP9, a removable FCU from a handgun is required. For example, a firearm kit includes most of the components needed to assemble an MP9-like firearm except an FCU. An advantage of using an MP9-like firearm kit is that the kit allows a user to modify a handgun into an MP9.
One embodiment of the presently claimed invention discloses a full or semiautomatic firearm assembly assembled based on a firearm kit and an existing FCU disassembled from a handgun. While the firearm kit is configured to house the existing FCU as its firing mechanism, the kit further includes a grip module and an EFS. The grip module, in one embodiment, includes a handgrip, an FCU housing, a trigger guard, and a magazine port wherein the trigger guard is situated between the handgrip and the magazine port. The magazine port is located in front of the handgrip or trigger away from a user. The EFS uses an extended firing pin (“EFP”) to fire bullets or ammunition from a magazine which is inserted in the magazine port when the trigger of FCU is pulled.
Handgun or pistol 1100 is a firearm operated by a single hand. Handgun 1100, for example, can be a SIG SAUER P320™, SIG SAUER P250™, GLOCK 17™, or GLOCK 19™ type of gun. A handgun, such as SIG SAUER P320™, has a dimension of 8″ (inch) long, 1.4″ width, and 5.5″ height and can be hold by one hand before firing. Slide 1112 includes an axial channel 1116 and a barrel (not shown in
FCU 1120, in one aspect, is a unit having a serialized trigger mechanism capable of firing a bullet or ammo when its trigger 1132 is pulled. FCU 1120 is originally designed and fabricated for handgun 1100 as such SIG SAUER P320™. FCU 1120 generally includes a serial number which is used to identify a firearm. In operation, FCU 1120 can be removed or lifted from an interior structure 1130 of receiver 1126.
An advantage of using FCU 1120 of handgun 1100 for modifying a semiautomatic weapon is that FCU 1120 as a whole firing module can be easily removed from handgun 1100.
In one aspect, kit 1156 is specifically structured in a shape resembling a carbine rifle which is a relatively long gun with a medium range barrel. It should be noted that a carbine rifle, such as M4 carbine, is a version of rifle capable of firing rifle ammunition as well as pistol or handgun ammunition. Kit 1156, in one aspect, includes most of the firearm components except an operational FCU whereby Kit 1156 alone cannot fire any bullets. It should be noted that the underlying concept of the exemplary embodiment(s) of the present invention would not change if one or more components (or elements) were added to or removed from diagram 1102.
In operation, grip module or lower receiver 1180 is configured to house an FCU and a bolt and barrel assembly 1186. Barrel 1182 is coupled to bolt & barrel assembly 1186 using a bolt block. Upper receiver 1184, which can perform a function of dusk cover and/or stationary rail, is coupled to lower receiver 1180.
A benefit of using the embodiment of grip module or lower receiver 1180 is that it facilitates converting a hand gun to a carbine-like rifle using some components of the handgun such as an FCU.
An advantage of using FCU 1202 of SIG SAUER P320™ is to allow a user to modify a handgun of SIG SAUER P320™ into a semiautomatic rifle using a kit.
AFS 1308, in one embodiment, includes a slide 1312 and an adjustable extended pin (“AEP”) 1310. Slide 1312, in one example, is a bolt carrier moving horizontally alongside of AEP 1310 for facilitating and/or adapting firing ammunition in front of trigger. AEP 1310 is configured to facilitate firing ammunition in front of the trigger of FCU 1202 as indicated by arrow 1316. It should be noted that FCU 1202 is originally designed for a handgun which usually receives ammunition via the grip of handgun which is generally located behind the trigger of FCU 1202 as indicated by arrow 1318. In one embodiment, AFP 1308 is configured to facilitate firing ammunition through magazine port 1302 via FCU 1202. In other words, AFP 1308 uses AEP 1310 to move the firing location from behind trigger to in-front-of trigger as indicated by arrows 1316-1318.
A firearm assembly, in one aspect, includes an existing FCU and a firearm assembly kit configured to expel one or more bullets. An existing FCU such as FCU 1202 is disassembled from a handgun. The handgun is defined as a firearm operable by one hand and able to firing a bullet when a trigger of FCU is pulled. The existing FCU, for example, can be disassembled from SIG SAUER® P320™ handgun 1200. Alternatively, the existing FCU can be removed from a GLOCK 17™ handgun wherein FCU is originally manufactured for GLOCK 17™ handgun. In one example, FCU contains an original serial number for the purpose of identifying the firearm.
The firearm assembly kit is capable of housing FCU to form an operable firearm resembling a semiautomatic rifle which generally requires two hand to operate. The firearm assembly kit includes a grip module, an EFS, a rifle-shaped rear attachment, a bolt and barrel assembly, and an upper receiver. The rifle-shaped rear attachment is used to couple to a rear stabilizing connector of the firearm assembly kit for enhancing stability. The bolt and barrel assembly which is situated above a magazine port inside of the rifle-shaped rear attachment behind the FCU for facilitating firing of the object. The upper receiver is configured to couple to the grip module for enclosing the FCU and the bolt and barrel assembly between the upper receiver and the grip module.
The grip module, in one aspect, includes a handgrip, an FCU housing, a trigger guard, and a magazine port wherein the trigger guard is situated between the handgrip and the magazine port. The magazine port is located in front of the handgrip away from a user. The magazine port, in one example, is located in front of the handgrip for receiving a magazine which holds ammunition. The FCU housing is configured to receive the FCU and facilitates a trigger of the FCU to passing through the FCU housing into the trigger guard. The grip module also contains a serial number window which is located in such a way that when an FCU is inserted in the FCU housing of the grip module, the original serial number of the FCU shows through the serial number window.
The EFS is coupled to the FCU when the FCU is inserted in the FCU housing. A function of EFS is to facilitate firing of bullets passing through a magazine inserted in the magazine port via an extended firing pin. In one aspect, the EFS includes an adjustable firing pin configured to extend firing location from a handgrip area which is behind a trigger to the magazine port which is in front of the trigger away from the user. The FCU, removable from a single hand operable handgun, is configured to include a serialized trigger mechanism via a striker able to facilitate launching a directional object when a trigger of the FCU is pulled.
The firearm assembly, in one example, modifies a handgun into a semiautomatic weapon resembling a carbine rifle capable of firing bullets. Alternatively, if the kit resembles a semiautomatic rifle of AR 15, the firearm assembly should look like an AR 15 like firearm.
In an alternative application, a semiautomatic firearm assembly able to expel an object includes a kit containing a grip module and one or more FCUs. The FCU is configured to be a serialized trigger mechanism capable of initiating launching a directional object when a trigger of the FCU is pulled. The grip module, in one aspect, contains a grip, first FCU housing, second FCU housing, and rear stabilizing connector. The first FCU housing is situated in front of a trigger and the second FCU housing is situated above the trigger. The first and second FCU housings are used to house two FCUs for facilitating launching one or more different types of ammunition such as bullets and grenades.
The exemplary embodiment of the present invention includes various processing steps, which will be described below. The steps of the embodiment may be embodied in machine or computer-executable instructions.
At block 1604, the handgun is disassembled by removing an FCU from the body of handgun. In one aspect, the handgun is a SIG SAUER P320™. After releasing and removing the magazine from the handgrip of SIG SAUER P320™, a slide is removed from the receiver of SIG SAUER P320™. The FCU is subsequently separated from the receiver of SIG SAUER P320™.
At block 1606, a firearm assembly kit having a shape resembling an automatic rifle is obtained. Notice that the firearm assembly kit alone cannot launch or fire ammunition because the kit does not have an FCU.
At block 1608, the FCU which is disassembled from the handgun is inserted into an FCU housing of the firearm assembly kit.
At block 1610, an EFS is attached to the grip module over the FCU for facilitating launching bullets supplied by a magazine which is attached or inserted to a magazine port. The magazine port is situated in front of a trigger guard of the firearm assembly kit away from the operator. The EFS, in one example, can be adjusted relating to the size of extended firing pin in accordance with the dimension of ammunition used. For example, different sizes of bullets may require different sizes of firing pins.
While particular embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be obvious to those of ordinary skills in the art that based upon the teachings herein, changes and modifications may be made without departing from this exemplary embodiment(s) of the present invention and its broader aspects. Therefore, the appended claims are intended to encompass within their scope all such changes and modifications as are within the true spirit and scope of this exemplary embodiment(s) of the present invention.
This application is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No.: 15/900,524, filed on Feb. 20, 2018 in the name of the same inventor and entitled “Method and Grip Module for Firearm Modification Using A Firing Control Unit,” which is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No.: 15/892,397, filed on Feb. 8, 2018 in the name of the same inventor and entitled “Method and Apparatus for Providing a Grip Module able to House a Firing Control Unit,” which further claims the benefit of priority based upon U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 62/456,490, filed on Feb. 8, 2017 in the name of the same inventor and entitled “Firearm Grip Module,” and U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 62/456,499, filed on Feb. 8, 2017 in the name of the same inventor and entitled “Firearm Grip Module Conversion.” The U.S. patent application Ser. No.: 15/900,524 is also a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No.: 15/892,410, filed on Feb. 9, 2018 in the name of the same inventor and entitled “Method and Grip Module for Firearm Modification Using a Firing Control Unit.” All of which are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety.
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