Firearms and Ammunition Patent Grants

US12435952 - Dry fire training device

A multi-function dry fire training device to be inserted into the chamber of a firearm, which comprises an illuminator for emitting, upon receiving a command from a controller, a beam of visible or invisible illumination from the barrel of the firearm, the beam being parallel to its central axis; a controller for controlling the functionality of the device including illumination of the illuminator, in response to activation of the firearm trigger; an actuator, being electrically connected to the controller, for activating the controller whenever being struck by the firearm striker and a power source for providing DC power to the controller and illuminator.

US12435953 - Scope mount apparatus and method

A scope mount apparatus for attaching an optical scope to a firearm is provided. The scope mount apparatus includes at least one base with at least one fastening element for attaching the base to the firearm. The scope mount apparatus also includes two scope rings operatively connected to the at least one base. An integral sighting system is mounted with respect to the base. The scope mount apparatus is configured such that an unobstructed line of sight extends between the scope rings and the base. The unobstructed line of sight contacts or intersects the sighting system so that a user of the firearm has the option of using either a scope in the scope rings or the integrated sighting system to aim at a target.

US12435954 - Flexible body armor

Implementations described and claimed herein provide a ballistic filler for a flexible soft body armor and methods of manufacturing the same. In one implementation, a first portion having a first subpanel is stitched directly to a second subpanel with a stitching pattern. The first subpanel has one or more layers of woven fabric, and the second subpanel has one or more layers of unidirectional fabric. A second portion backs the first portion. The second portion has one or more layers of unstitched unidirectional fabric.

US12435955 - Flexible armor

A flexible armor is described herein that includes a first and second layer of fiber weave material, an inner ceramic layer, and a sheer thickening fluid. The first layer of fiber weave material forms an outermost layer on one side of the flexible armor. The second layer of fiber weave material forms an outmost layer opposite the first layer of fiber weave material on the other side of the flexible armor. The inner ceramic layer is a single continuous piece of interlinked ceramic material that is formed in between the first layer of fiber weave material and the second layer of fiber weave material. The first layer of fiber weave material, the second layer of fiber weave material, the inner ceramic layer, or a combination thereof is coated in the shear thickening fluid and the shear thickening fluid fills open space within each layer.

US12435956 - Methods and apparatus for a high voltage circuit

A conducted electrical weapon (“CEW”) comprises one or more switch devices and a charge storage circuit for delivering a stimulus signal via a deployed electrode. A charge may be stored in the charge storage circuit. A first switch device of the one or more switch devices may be selectively turned on according to the charge of the charge storage circuit. The stimulus signal may be delivered via a current flow path comprising the first switch device and the deployed electrode according to the charge of the charge storage circuit.

US12435957 - Dart game device

Provided is a dart game apparatus including: a body part in which a dart target is installed on a front surface; a support unit including a coupling unit coupled to an upper side of the body part and an extension unit formed to extend toward a front surface of the coupling unit; and a lid unit rotatably coupled to the support unit through at least one hinge.

US12435958 - Real-time shot detection and scoring based on target image processing

An electronic target measurement system is disclosed such that the system includes image capture device(s), an access point device, and a user device. Each image capture device acquires a series of successive real-time images of at least one target with a plurality of regions of interest (ROIs). The access point device receives the images and transmits the images to a user device. The user device performs image preprocessing on the images, determines via an image differentiation process that a difference exists between the images, extracts the ROIs and locations of impact (LOIs) from the received image, and determines ROI center points, LOIs within the ROIs, and LOI center points. The user device also determines regional scores based on the distances between the ROI center points the LOI center points, and then a total score by adding the regional scores for the plurality of extracted ROIs.

US12435959 - Three target thrower system

A target throwing system for sport shooting includes, successively along a direction of alignment, a first target throwing machine, a second target throwing machine, and a third target throwing machine, each of the first machine, the second machine and the third machine includes a throwing unit movable in rotation relative to a base, a throwing arm movable in rotation relative to the throwing unit ( 3 ), wherein the base is a base common to the first target throwing machine, the second target throwing machine and the third target throwing machine, and in that it includes a stand on which the common base is movable in rotation along a base axis.

US12435960 - Articulating inlet for airbreathing extended range projectiles and missiles

A projectile includes a wing structure to form both an inlet that intakes air for combustion by a propulsion system of the projectile during an initial range of flight, and a lift surface for the projectile after the propulsion engine of the propulsion system burns out. The wing structure acts as both the inlet and the lift surface to enable both a long range and an optimal time of flight for the projectile to the target. The wing structure includes at least one wing that is movable from a folded position, in which the wing extends along a propulsion body section of the projectile to define the inlet, to a deployed position, in which the wing extends outwardly from the propulsion body section to form the lift surface. Any number of wings may be provided and the wings may be simultaneously deployed or sequentially deployed depending on the application.

US12435961 - Archery projectile facility

An archery projectile facility includes an elongated body. The elongated body includes at least one accelerometer. The at least one accelerometer is operable to generate three-dimensional acceleration information. The archery projectile facility includes a body processor. The body processor is operably connected to the at least one accelerometer. The body processor is adapted to process the three-dimensional acceleration information to generate sampled information. The archery projectile facility includes a transmitter. The transmitter is operably connected to the body processor to broadcast the sampled information. The archery projectile facility includes a receiver. The receiver includes a receiver processor. The receiver processor is adapted to generate resulting information based on the sampled information. The resulting information is based on a determination of a stabilization point.

US12437179 - Modular ammunition counter

A method and apparatus for counting belted or bulk ammunition rounds. The modular ammunition counter includes a detachable electronics assembly, an ammunition guide for receiving the ammunition rounds, and a sensor module. The electronics assembly is configured to count the number of ammunition rounds that pass through the coupled ammunition guide. This method of ammunition round counting offers a significant improvement in speed and accuracy compared to manually counting the ammunition rounds by hand.

US12437898 - Systems and devices for an RF signal carrying cable of a multi-pack launcher system

Systems, devices, and methods including a launch control box; a multi-pack launcher (MPL) box; and a cable connecting the launch control box and the MPL box, where the cable comprises: an outer jacket, a shielded braid, a first wire, a second wire, a third wire, and a fourth wire, where the first wire and the second wire are shielded by the shielded braid, where the third wire and the fourth wire are outside of the shielded braid, and where the third wire and the fourth wire act as an antenna.

USD1097039 - Pistol compensator

USD1097040 - Ammunition magazine

USD1097041 - Pistol magazine

USD1097043 - Firearm frame

USD1097047 - Gun sight

US12427799 - Method and item for indentifying serialized parts

Serialized firearm parts, such as silencers, are identified using plates permanently affixed to the parts by welding, brazing, riveting, pinning and welding or other permanent techniques. Methods of effecting repair or replacement of silencers and silencer parts employ removing the plates by drilling or machining the welds and permanently affixing the plate to a replacement part.

US12427847 - Electrified military vehicle

A military vehicle includes a passenger cabin having a tunnel extending along at least a portion of a bottom thereof, a bed positioned behind the passenger cabin, a battery system positioned within the bed, and a driveline. The driveline includes an engine positioned forward of the passenger cabin, one or more accessories coupled to the engine, and a motor/generator coupled to the engine and electrically coupled to the battery system. The motor/generator is at least partially positioned within the tunnel.

US12429296 - Firearm with forward charging handle

A firearm having a forward charging handle that allows a shooter to cycle the bolt without significant change in posture or stance. This allows the shooter to overcome ammunition related difficulties without needing to reach to a rear charging handle to cycle the firearm. The forward charging handle may be located near the shooter's support hand on the foregrip/handguard, which reduces the amount of time and positioning needed to cycle the bolt.

US12429297 - Trigger arrangement for manual and remote firing

An apparatus for discharging a weapon includes a combination trigger that includes both a manual trigger and a remote trigger. The weapon may be discharged using either the manual trigger or remote trigger. The apparatus may also include a remote and/or manual safety to prevent the weapon from being discharged.

US12429298 - Reduced weight firearm

A rotating bolt firearm may be configured to fire a .308 cartridge. However, the firearm may have a reduced weight in comparison to standard .308 rifles. The firearm may have many components typically used in a .223 rifle. The firearm may include a barrel extension with an extractor gap, which allows a .308 bolt to fit within a .223 sized barrel extension. The firearm may comprise an elongated magazine well in comparison to a .223 mil-spec rifle. The firearm may weigh less than 6.8 pounds with a 16-inch barrel, or less than 6.3 pounds with a 10.5 inch barrel.

US12429299 - Firearm barrel with non-metal outer sleeve

A firearm barrel with non-metal outer sleeve preferably includes an elongated tube, a first non-metal tube, a second non-metal tube, a sleeve nut and a coupler bushing. A first raised sleeve support section and a raised coupler section are formed on the elongated sleeve. The raised coupler section is formed in substantially a middle of the elongated tube. The bushing inner diameter is sized to slidably receive an outer diameter of the raised coupler section. The first and second non-metal tubes include a tube inner diameter and a plurality of openings formed through a wall thereof. The tube inner diameters are sized to slidably receive an outer diameter of the first raised sleeve support section and each end of the coupler bushing. The sleeve nut retains the first and second non-metal tubes and the coupler bushing on the elongated tube. A second embodiment includes a single non-metal tube.

US12429300 - Archery assembly and method

An archery assembly and method are disclosed herein. The archery assembly, in an embodiment, includes a mount portion, a support portion, and an arrow holder. The mount portion includes a face surface and a first dovetail structure. The face surface is configured to at least partially contact a rear surface of a bow riser when the mount portion is mounted to the bow riser. The support portion includes a second dovetail structure. The arrow holder is supported by the support portion.

US12429301 - AR/VR crossbow system

An innovative augmented reality/virtual reality (AR/VR) crossbow system that includes a bow frame assembly, a stock, a sight assembly, a cocking assembly, a resistance assembly and an electronic device assembly with a mobile device. These components are configured to structurally interact to provide the user with an experience of loading, aiming and firing a virtual crossbow arrow that closely simulates real-life archery and crossbow scenarios without firing an actual crossbow arrow. Due to its unique components and their layout, the AR/VR crossbow system is not configured to fire real arrows. An interactive crossbow application is loaded on the mobile device and simulate real life archery scenarios such as hunting scenarios or target competition scenarios. The mobile device also includes a gyroscope to analyze the orientation of the crossbow frame assembly and a microphone to determine when a simulated arrow is fired within the crossbow application.

US12429302 - Multi-shot airgun

Break barrel airguns are provided with a loading system that uses the cocking action of the break barrel type airgun to charge an energy storing device. A rotary style magazine is provided that enables multi-shot capability for the airgun. The magazin is held by a magazine holder and engages with engagement components that reduce backlash, prevent backwards rotation of the magazine, and ensure alignment of the projectile holders in the magazine with the opening of the barrel.

US12429303 - Dual pivot drop thigh mount

A drop thigh mount assembly is used to mount and to support an implement (such as a handgun, for example) or an implement holster (such as a handgun holster, for example), or the like (e.g., various pouches, holders, accessories, etc.), in a variety of configurations. A mounting plate of the drop thigh mount is configured to be worn at a user's thigh and the mount includes at least two pivot points for articulation.

US12429304 - Systems and methods for alternating sight adaptors plates and associated accessories

An assembly comprising a firearm slide and an adaptor plate configured to mate with the firearm slide. The adapter plate includes a first seat in a top surface of the adaptor plate and a second seat in the top surface of the adaptor plate. The assembly also includes a first iron sight configured to mate with the first seat and a second iron sight configured to mate with the second seat.

US12429305 - Constant intensity light regulating firearm sight device

A constant intensity light regulating firearm sight device includes a main body that is mountable onto the firearm and a lens that is positioned along the main body in a direction that is line of sight parallel to a firing axis of the firearm. The device includes a light source, a light sensor and a controller that are positioned along the main body. The light source emits a visible aim point onto the lens, and the light sensor detects and reports ambient light conditions to the controller. The controller includes a memory and processor for storing information and for controlling the operation of the device based on inputs from a user interface and the light sensor. The brightness level of the aim point is adjustable to a user-defined custom brightness setting, and the controller increases or decreases the custom brightness level based on data from the light sensor.

US12429306 - Engagement lock for tool-less re-zero adjustment knob

Various embodiments described herein may include a turret assembly comprising: first and second rotatable parts to co-rotate to change the optic device setting; a first user interface actuatable to select a mode of operation of a plurality of different modes of operation including an engaged mode of operation when the first rotatable part is engaged with the second rotatable part to enable co-rotation and a non-engaged mode of operation when the first rotatable part is rotatable relative to the second rotatable part; the turret assembly further including an engagement lock settable in a plurality of states including: a locked state that restricts actuation of the first user interface; and an unlocked state that releases the restriction; and a second user interface comprising a button or other lock release actuatable to select between the locked and unlocked states. Other embodiments may be disclosed and/or claimed.

US12429307 - Zeroing target for a firearm sighting system

Provided is a zeroing target for a firearm sighting system that includes a range card insert and a range card sleeve. The range card insert includes zero range increment markings, caliber markings, and a point of aim indicator. The range card sleeve includes a zero range viewing window, a caliber viewing window, a point of aim viewing window, and a point of impact indicator. The range card insert fits within the range card sleeve and can be moved upwards or downwards within the sleeve for selecting a desired zero range increment marking and caliber marking. A laser boresight is aimed at the point of impact indicator and a sighting system on the weapon is adjusted until the sighting system is pointing at the point of aim indicator. When the two values align, the weapon is properly bore-sighted for the desired caliber and range, which can then be confirmed by live fire.

US12429308 - Systems and methods for firearm sight mounting plates

A firearm mounting plate assembly is provided. The firearm mounting plate assembly includes a firearm slide with a first side, a second side, and a top side. A recess defined by a first slide wall and a recess base surface is disposed on the firearm slide top side. The recess includes a rib. The firearm mounting plate assembly includes a mounting plate with a top surface, a bottom surface, a front side, and a rear side. The mounting plate includes one or more bosses. The mounting plate is configured to secure within the recess of the firearm slide.

US12429309 - Down-hanging lamp

The present disclosure relates to a down-hanging lamp used for mounting on a guide rail of a firearm, the guide rail is provided with a transverse groove, comprising: a mounting base, a movable clamping block and a clamping block; the front of the mounting base is provided with a spotlight, the down-hanging lamp further comprises a battery; a battery mounting groove is formed on the mounting base; the battery is detachably installed in the battery mounting groove and is electrically connected with the mounting base, it further comprising a magnetic charging cable used for charging the battery, wherein the magnetic charging cable is provided with a second elastic needle matched with the contact, the magnetic charging cable is connected with the battery through magnetic attraction. The battery pack can be disassembled from the mounting base, making it convenient to replace the battery pack during use without disassembling the lamp.

US12429310 - Reactive protective armor

A reactive armor for defeating threats comprises an outer shell having outer and inner surfaces, an inner reactive plate, and explosive material disposed between said inner surface and said reactive plate, wherein said reactive plate is configured to be displaced away from said inner surface upon activation of said explosive material.

US12429311 - Aerostats for aerial platform acquisition

According to one aspect, an aerostat may include an inflatable structure defining a volume, and a payload mechanically coupled to the inflatable structure, the payload including a sensor, an acquisition module, and a controller, the acquisition module operable to generate acquisition energy directable in midair from the payload to an aerial platform flying independently, the controller in electrical communication with the acquisition module and the sensor, the controller configured, based on a signal received from the sensor and associated with flight of the inflatable structure, to operate the acquisition module to direct the acquisition energy to the aerial platform such that independent flight of the aerial platform interruptible by the acquisition energy.

US12429312 - Frequency and waveform agile microwave devices

Implementations of disclosed systems and methods are capable of changing the frequency or other waveform characteristics dynamically based on receiving feedback about the effect of an electromagnetic pulse radiation on a target electronic device. Various implementations can be configured to emit electromagnetic pulses at a single radio frequency or a plurality of radio frequencies. For example, the frequency of the carrier electromagnetic radiation in a single pulse can change during the pulse interval. As another example, a single electromagnetic pulse can comprise a frequency comb with two or more frequencies.

US12429313 - Multi-target apparatus

The invention discloses an apparatus that enables a user to shoot multiple targets, both stationary and moving, consisting of a structure having three sides, optionally enclosed, and an open side to form an interior supporting primary targets and having a top supporting secondary targets. Primary targets, rotatably affixed to a target bar spanning the open side, have projections on the back which, upon impact, rotate to impact a secondary target positioned on the top of the apparatus. The impact uses the kinetic energy to launch the secondary target contained within a secondary target holder positioned on the top of the apparatus and open to the interior. The projections are dimensioned to have sufficient contact to launch the secondary target without getting embedded in the secondary target holder. The projection can be either permanently or removably affixed to the back of the targets and can, when removable, permit weight variations.

US12429314 - Adjustable angle three-dimensional target stand

A target stand for various archery and shooting targets, and more specifically to an adjustable angle three-dimensional target stand. An upright member assembly for mounting an archery target. The upright member includes a peg connected to a peg base. The peg base has an upper aperture and a pivot aperture. The peg based attached to at least one dial plate by a pivot bolt inserted through the pivot aperture. The peg base may be pivoted about the pivot bolt to adjust an angular position of the peg. Fore and rear legs of a target body resembling a game animal are mounted on a pair of upright members that are connected to an adjustment arm for setting the separation of the upright arms to correspond with the target body fore and rear legs.

US12429315 - Firearm target frame

The frame is comprised of two grooved vertical sides, a grooved horizontal bottom, and a slotted horizontal top that allows a rectangularly shaped target to be easily dropped into place through the slotted top and into the grooved sides and bottom. Any target used in the frame may be preprinted or attached to a supporting backing such as cardboard. The target frame may be of any size. The target frame's side and bottom grooves may be of any width and depth to securely hold the target. The target frame's slotted top will be the same width as the target frame's sides and bottom grooves. The target frame may be constructed of any material such as wood, steel or plastic. The target frame may be attached using any method such as with legs or hanging.

US12429316 - Dosage projectile and method of manufacture

The present disclosure is directed to a polycell for forming a dosage projectile suitable for administering a biologically active agent to an animal remotely, the polycell comprising a first component having a semispherical shell formed from a polymer and a structural agent; a second component having a semispherical shell formed from a polymer and a structural agent; and a filling port in the first component or the second component; wherein the first and second components when joined form a polycell having a substantially spherical hollow body adapted to receive an agent to treat an animal. The present disclosure is also directed to a dosage projectile comprising an agent to treat an animal sealed in a polycell.

US12429317 - Nonfragmentation munition

A radially firing munition defining a longitudinal axis and comprising a nonfragmenatary hollow collar having an inner surface and an outer surface opposed thereto with a first plurality of ports extending therebetween in a substantially radial direction. An ammunition is disposed in each port of the first plurality of ports and oriented outwardly from the longitudinal axis. An ignition source is provided for expelling each ammunition from the collar in response to an ignition signal.

US12429318 - Submunition assembly

A submunition assembly to be stored and deployed from an aerial vehicle, particularly a supersonic vehicle, includes a container having at least first and second walls that are joined at one end by a hinge that together define a volume along an axis perpendicular to the hinge that contains a submunition. The submunition assembly is suitably axially-shaped with a rigid parachute panel positioned around the hinge to separate and deploy a parachute. The container may have an internal volume that is conformal to the submunition. The container may have an exterior shape that is either optimized for free-fall or has a portion that provides a conformal surface for the aerial vehicle. The submunition assembly may be configured so that all processing, memory and data resides with the submunition, which issues any and all commands to control the container including separation of the rigid parachute panel and opening of the container to release the submunition.

US12429319 - Quick access firearm magazine holder for tactical vests

A magazine holder includes a backplate. The magazine holder also includes an upper holder coupled to a front surface of the backplate, wherein the upper holder is configured to detachably secure an upper portion of a firearm magazine to the front surface of the backplate. The magazine holder also includes a lower holder coupled to the front surface of the backplate, wherein the lower holder is configured to detachably secure a lower portion of the firearm magazine to the front surface of the backplate.

US12429399 - Dynamic acoustic emission in-situ testing device and method for electromagnetic rail launcher

The present invention provides a dynamic acoustic emission in-situ testing device and method for an electromagnetic rail launcher. The device comprises an armature, a guide rail and a support base, wherein the support base comprises an upper support base and a lower support base which are opposite to each other and are vertically arranged, a distance between the upper support base and the lower support base can be adjusted through bolts, the guide rail is vertically arranged between the upper support base and the lower support base, the armature is clamped in the guide rail, a plurality of groups of static acoustic emission sensors are arranged along the guide rail, a dynamic acoustic emission sensor is arranged on the armature. The method can comprehensively reveal the current-carrying friction damage mechanism of the armature-rail interface under the variable magnetic field intensity condition.

US12429684 - Riflescope adjustment systems

An adjustment assembly having a rotary encoder, riflescopes incorporating the same, and related methods are provided. In one example, an adjustment assembly includes a first rotational component configured to rotate about an axis, a first gear coupled with the first rotational component and a second gear coupled with the first rotational component. The assembly further includes an encoder. The encoder includes a position gear engaged with the first gear, the first gear and the position gear having a 1:1 gear ratio, and a revolution gear engaged with the second gear, the second gear and the revolution gear having a gear ratio other than 1:1, wherein the gear ratio of the second gear and the revolution gear independent of a ratio of the respective diameters of the second gear and the revolution gear. Sensors may determine the rotational positions of the position sensor and the revolution sensors.

US12429947 - Equipment detection using a wearable device

A simulation system may comprise a headset and an equipment. A wireless communication interface of the headset may receive position information from the equipment. The headset may detect a passively-instrumented object represented in a captured image. The headset may detect a wearable device coupled to the passively-instrumented object. The headset may determine position information for the passively-instrumented object. The headset may present an image of virtual equipment corresponding to the equipment in accordance with the position information from the equipment and the position information detected for the passively-instrumented object.

US12430995 - System for non-lethal defense and crowd control in public and private spaces

A non-lethal electronic defense device comprising one or more effects such as light, sonic, ultrasonic, infrasonic, chemical, electrical, or mechanical devices capable of causing intense sensations of disorientation, distress, incapacitation, and/or pain for the purpose of protecting a public or private space from an intruder or attacker exhibiting an intent to cause harm to physical inhabitants or destruction of property therein.

US12431314 - Safety systems for battery-supplied fogging device

A safety system for a battery-powered fog generator is described, designed to operate on a vaporization coil ( 2 ) of a fogging fluid; the safety system includes: a fuse wire ( 1 ), each placed at one end of the coil ( 2 ), suitable for heating both due to a Joule effect and through heat coming from the coil ( 2 ) by thermal conduction, the fusible wire ( 1 ) being therefore designed to melt when its temperature exceeds a melting threshold value, interrupting the power supply from the battery to the coil ( 2 ); a sensor ( 6 ) designed to detect the temperature of the coil ( 2 ) when current flows in it; and a control unit ( 7 ) operatively connected to the sensor ( 6 ).

US12431737 - Gun-mounted recording device

In an exemplary embodiment, a gun-mounted recording device comprises a housing configured to be mounted to a gun, a recording module arranged within the housing, the recording module comprising a first electrical contact, and a power supply configured to be detachably coupled to the housing. The power source comprises a second electrical contact. The first electrical contact and the second electrical contact are configured to contact each other and form a circuit when the power source is coupled to the housing in order for the power source to supply power to the recording module. The first electrical contact, the second electrical contact, or both are configured to move in response to relative movement between the power source and the housing when the power source is coupled to the housing, in order to maintain the supply of power from the power source to the recording module.

USD1095733 - Handguard and handguard component for a firearm

USD1095734 - Handguard and handguard component for a firearm

USD1095736 - Gun sight

US12419367 - Clothing system

Exemplary arrangements relate to a clothing system that comprises a plurality of clothing items ( 1, 2, 3 ). Each of the clothing items is configured to be worn simultaneously in layered relation with at least one of the other clothing items. Each of the clothing items includes at least one hold device ( 5, 6, 7 ). Each hold device is configured to releasably hold a protective textile item ( 4 ) in engagement with the respective clothing item. One or more protective textile items in engaged relation with the respective clothing item provides one or more desired properties suitable for addressing environmental or occupational conditions.

US12420212 - Planar dispenser

A planar ejector is disclosed, including an ejecting mechanism and a motor mounted on a side of an interior of the ejecting mechanism. A top of the ejector is provided with a compress mechanism, and a side of a bottom of the compress mechanism is provided with a support plate. The ejecting mechanism includes a first shell, a side of the first shell is clamping connected to a second shell, the first shell and the side of the first shell are opened with an ejecting slot, and the first shell and a side of a bottom of the first shell are fixedly mounted with a first handle. By setting the motor and increasing the utilization efficiency of the motor, the force area is also shared with the two eject gears, allowing the motor's power to be fully utilized and thus increasing the permissible capacity of the ejector.

US12420525 - Re-moldable holster

A holster for a firearm is disclosed. The holster includes a first layer, a second layer and a third layer sandwiched between the first layer and the second layer. The first layer is made of a first material and defines an outer surface of the holster. The second layer is made of a second material and defines an inner surface of the holster. The third layer is made of a thermoplastic composite material with fibers embedded in a thermoplastic resin. A heating of the holster between a predetermined temperature range softens the third layer to facilitate a molding of the holster.

US12420752 - Military vehicle

A method includes providing a plurality of passenger capsules where each of the plurality of passenger capsules has a frame rail-less monocoque hull structure and the plurality of passenger capsules include (a) a first passenger capsule defining four door openings and (b) a second passenger capsule defining two door openings; providing a plurality of front modules; providing a plurality of rear modules; coupling (a) a first front module to a front end of the first passenger capsule and (b) a first rear module to a rear end of the first passenger capsule to provide a first military vehicle variant; and coupling (a) a second front module to a front end of the second passenger capsule and (b) a second rear module to a rear end of the second passenger capsule to provide a second military vehicle variant.

US12421008 - Adaptable foam grid system for insertion into protective case

An omni foam grid system for insertion into a protective case has a grid plate sandwiched between a lower perimeter frame, or series of stepped pegs, and an upper perimeter frame. The grid plate has a lattice that forms round or square holes, into which round or square pegs are frictionally inserted. The lower perimeter frame or a series of stepped pegs position the grid plate above the bottom of the case, such that when an object such as a gun or drone is pressed into the invention, the pegs under the invention depress into the negative space, leaving undepressed pegs on all sides of the object to prevent lateral movement during transport in the case. The lid of the case closes upon the object, thereby securing and protecting it with foam on all sides.

US12421835 - Shield for enclosure assembly of a turbine and related methods

Systems can comprise a prime mover and an enclosure. The enclosure can include a body that comprises walls and one or more anti-ballistic materials. The prime mover can be housed in the body of the enclosure. For at least one of the walls of the body of the enclosure, at least one of the anti-ballistic material(s) can be attached to an inner surface of the wall. Each of the anti-ballistic material(s) may be in the form of a woven fabric comprising para-aramid fibers. In some examples, for each of the pumping unit(s), the walls of the enclosure's body include opposing first and second sidewalls; and opposing front and rear walls, each extending from the first sidewall to the second sidewall; wherein for each of the first and second sidewalls and front and rear walls, at least one of the anti-ballistic material(s) is attached to the inner surface of the wall.

US12422055 - Pneumatic actuation valve assembly

This system is a pneumatic actuation valve assembly that can include a frame; a timing spool housing; a timing spool carriage; a timing spool; a magnet configured to bias the timing spool in a forward position; a main spool and configured to travel toward a frame forward portion when a fluid is received into a mid-main spool pressure area wherein the main spool actuates a bolt carried by the frame and is configured to receive a projective in an open position and chamber the projective in a closed position; and, a bore defined in the timing spool configured to allow pressure in a rear main spool pressure area to escape through the bore releasing rearward pressure on the timing spool allowing the timing spool to travel from the rearward position to the forward position according to an attraction of the magnet.

US12422204 - Configurable firearm shell casing catching system

A firearm shell casing catching system for collecting casings ejected from a firearm includes a mounting assembly, casing deflector, and a hopper. A shim can be optionally attached to the mounting assembly thereby decreasing the inside dimension of the mounting assembly to allow for the firearm shell casing catching system to be attached to magwells of firearms having different sizes.