U.S. patent application number 10/640977 was filed with the patent office on 2005-02-17 for self cleaning trigger control connector & connector.
Invention is credited to Viani, Arthur.
Application Number | 20050034344 10/640977 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 34136234 |
Filed Date | 2005-02-17 |
United States Patent
Application |
20050034344 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Viani, Arthur |
February 17, 2005 |
Self cleaning trigger control connector & connector
Abstract
A self cleaning trigger stop connector & trigger connector
for semi-automatic firearms that have an enclosed striker assembly.
Incorporated into firearms without any structural changes, the
trigger stop connector is designed to increase firing speed and
prevent a fulcrum effect caused when a trigger mechanism travels a
distance beyond the point of firing of the firearm, thus increasing
target precision when discharging the firearm, a hole designed to
self clean the trigger stop connector or trigger connector and
trigger bar during operation, lessen the trigger pull weight and
act as a reservoir for lubricants to increase reliability of the
pistol. The single tab trigger stop connector, replacing a multiple
leg or common non trigger stop connector, is designed with a
specific contact point to prevent over travel of the trigger bar
when operating in cooperation with the trigger of the firearm.
Inventors: |
Viani, Arthur; (Miami,
FL) |
Correspondence
Address: |
Arthur J. Viani
12219 SW 131 Ave.
Miami
FL
33186
US
|
Family ID: |
34136234 |
Appl. No.: |
10/640977 |
Filed: |
August 14, 2003 |
Current U.S.
Class: |
42/69.01 |
Current CPC
Class: |
F41A 19/12 20130101;
F41A 19/44 20130101 |
Class at
Publication: |
042/069.01 |
International
Class: |
F41A 019/00 |
Claims
What I claim is:
1. A self cleaning single stop trigger control connector for
firearms having an enclosed striker assembly, comprising: A) an
elongated member made of a rigid material having first and second
ends, said elongated member having a first bent lip extending
perpendicularly from said first end and a second bent lip extending
perpendicularly from said elongated member at a first predetermined
distance from said first end towards said second end without
reaching said second end, said elongated member having a leg
perpendicularly extending a second predetermined distance from said
second end, a hole or opening of predetermined size and shape
located a predetermined distance from said first end; and B) means
for self cleaning, self lubricating, increasing reliability and
increase firing speed of said firearm by restricting excessive
movement of a trigger bar mechanism, said trigger bar mechanism
having a trigger member, wherein said means includes minimizing
travel of said trigger member by guiding said trigger bar mechanism
upon said elongated member with first bent lip of said elongated
member, said leg of said elongated member and over said hole or
opening.
2. The self cleaning single stop trigger control connector for
firearms having an enclosed striker assembly set forth in claim 1,
having means to prevent over manipulation and self cleaning of said
trigger member thereby increasing the accuracy, precision and
reliability of said firearm while firing, wherein said means
includes restricting the movement of said trigger bar mechanism
with said leg of said elongated member and the cleaning of the
trigger bar and connector via the trigger bar moving over said hole
or opening.
3. The self cleaning trigger connector for firearms having an
enclosed striker assembly set forth in claim 1, the cleaning hole
or opening having an application in non trigger stop or common
connectors, said hole or opening of predetermined size and shape
located a predetermined distance from said first end being placed
on existing or new manufactured non trigger stop or common
connectors.
Description
CROSS REFERENCED TO RELATED APPLICATIONS
[0001]
1 6,354,032 B 10/2000 Viani 42/69
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0002] 1. Field of the Invention
[0003] The present invention relates to firearms, and more
particularly, to a self cleaning firearm single stop tab trigger
control connector & trigger mechanism.
[0004] 2. Description of the Related Art
[0005] Firearms are utilized by law enforcement, sport enthusiasts,
and private owners for target and game. While participating in
sport or especially during moments of self defense, it is desirable
to initially discharge the firearm with minimal trigger travel
distance to allow for accurate quick firing and rapid succession.
In most semi-automatic firearms that have an enclosed striker
assembly, the trigger mechanism travels a distance beyond the point
of firing, increasing the time period for the initial and
successive discharges. Additionally, the excess distance beyond the
point of firing of the firearm causes a fulcrum effect. This
fulcrum effect causes the barrel of the firearm to generally travel
in a downward and sideward path, depending if the user utilizes
their right or left hand to discharge the firearm. This generally
downward and sideward path of the barrel after the initial
discharge of the firearm, caused by the user exerting force beyond
the point of firing, results in a reduction of accuracy and
precision when firing.
[0006] In the past, firearm users have introduced epoxy or similar
compounds immediately behind the trigger area, to fill in and
prevent the trigger from surpassing the point of firing. However,
this remedy is not precise and generally leaves an unfinished
appearance to the firearm.
[0007] There is a need for a practical and inexpensive assembly
that can be incorporated into firearms without any structural
changes to prevent a trigger from traveling any distance beyond the
firing point to increase target precision and firing speed.
[0008] There are no similar self cleaning single stop trigger
control connectors or self cleaning trigger connector mechanisms to
the best of applicant's knowledge that are built-in in the firearms
to prevent excess travel of a trigger beyond the point of firing
and that are self cleaning.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0009] It is one of the main objects of the present invention to
provide an improved trigger stop connector utilizing one stop tab
to control trigger travel for firearms that is self cleaning and
utilized to prevent a trigger from traveling beyond the point of
firing.
[0010] It is another object of the present invention to incorporate
a self cleaning trigger stop connector for firearms to prevent over
manipulation of the trigger which causes a reduction of accuracy
while repetitive firing.
[0011] It is yet another object of this invention to increase the
speed of firing a firearm with a reduced trigger travel
distance.
[0012] It is still another object of the present invention to
provide a self cleaning trigger stop connector mechanism utilized
with semi-automatic pistols that have an enclosed striker
assembly.
[0013] It is still another object of the present invention to
provide a self cleaning trigger stop connector mechanism that due
to the hole will lessen the friction of the moving parts by
reducing the contact surfaces of the biased moving parts thus
lightening the trigger pull force required to fire the pistol
utilized with semi-automatic pistols that have an enclosed striker
assembly.
[0014] It is still another object of the present invention to
provide a self cleaning trigger stop connector mechanism that due
to the hole will create a reservoir for lubricants thus increasing
the reliability of the moving parts by reducing the mechanical
friction of the contact surfaces of the biased moving parts
utilized with semi-automatic pistols that have an enclosed striker
assembly.
[0015] It is yet another object of this invention to provide such a
device that is inexpensive to manufacture and maintain while
retaining its effectiveness.
[0016] Further objects of the invention will be brought out in the
following part of the specification, wherein detailed description
is for the purpose of fully disclosing the invention without
placing limitations thereon.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0017] With the above and other related objects in view, the
invention consists in the details of construction and combination
of parts as will be more fully understood from the following
description, when read in conjunction with the accompanying
drawings in which:
[0018] FIG. 1 represents an isometric view of the trigger stop
connector with the rear of the trigger bar assembly shown in
phantom.
[0019] FIG. 1a shows a side view of the present invention.
[0020] FIG. 1b shows a side view of a prior art connector with the
addition of the self cleaning hole.
[0021] FIG. 1c shows a side view of a prior art connector with the
addition of an alternate embodiment of the self cleaning hole.
[0022] FIG. 2 represents a side view of the prior art trigger stop
connector.
[0023] FIG. 2a shows a side view of the prior art common
connector.
[0024] FIG. 3 illustrates an isometric view of a firearm with the
present invention installed.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT
[0025] Referring now to the drawings, where the present invention
is generally referred to with numeral 10, it can be observed that
it basically includes trigger stop connector 20, bent at
predetermined locations to permit its mechanical transactions to
effectuate a single stop tab trigger control connector mechanism.
Single stop tab trigger control connector 20 is made out of a
durable and light weight material as stainless steel, alloy metal,
or other material having similar characteristics. In the preferred
embodiment, single stop tab trigger control connector 20 is
manufactured as a single metallic piece and has a general
consistent thickness throughout of approximately 0.65 mm to 1.25
mm, so as to cooperatively interact with the general trigger
mechanism of semiautomatic firearms that have an enclosed striker
assembly. The hole or opening, referred further as the hole is
placed so as to cooperatively interact with the trigger bar
mechanism of semiautomatic firearms that have an enclosed striker
assembly and cause the removal of debris as the trigger bar
operates. Such a firearm may be "GLOCK", without limitation to this
specific brand.
[0026] As seen in FIG. 1, single stop tab trigger control connector
10 works in conjunction with trigger bar TB. While firearm F, shown
in FIG. 3, trigger bar TB is biased against torso 21. As trigger T
is pulled, trigger bar TB slidably travels in a generally rearward
and downward direction over the self cleaning hole 40 removing
debris. Connector lip 24 serves to guide curved end 50 trigger bar
TB remains biased against torso 21 at the point of firing. At the
point of firing, leg 30 is contacted to prevent further travel of
trigger bar TB.
[0027] Upon attaining the point of firing, firearm F, seen in FIG.
3, cycles, whereas spring force, not shown, assists trigger bar TB
to shift. The connector guided by connector lip 28 attached by
connector leg 26 and a cam on the slide not shown causes the
connector to violently shift inward which also assists the hole 40
in cleaning the contact surfaces by throwing debris free from the
mechanism no longer biased against torso 21, trigger bar TB
slidably travels in a generally forward and upward direction until
curved end 50 makes contacts again with connector lip 24, whereas
trigger bar TB is again biased against torso 21 where it then
re-attains the cocked position, thus completing the firing cycle.
Opposite in direction from connector lips 24; 28; is connector leg
22. Connector leg 22 re-movably fits within firearm F, shown in
FIG. 3, to secure instant invention 10.
[0028] Seen in FIG. 1a is present invention 10 in a preferred
embodiment. The following dimensions of present invention 10
describe an example of the preferred embodiment. As seen, torso 21
has lip 24 extending a distance approximately between 0.25 mm to
2.00 mm. Lip 24 serves to contain trigger bar TB when biased
against it. Connector leg 26 extends from torso 21 at a
predetermined angle a distance approximately 1.00 to 3.00 mm and
has connector lip 28 extending a distance of approximately 0.25 mm
to 2.00 mm. Extending approximately 90 degrees from connector leg
26 is stop leg 30. Stop leg 30 extends approximately
perpendicularly 1.00 mm to 5.00 mm from connector leg 26 and is
approximately 1.00 to 3.00 mm in width.
[0029] Seen in FIG. 1b is a non trigger stop connector with the
self cleaning hole 40 shown made into a connector.
[0030] Opposite in direction from connector lips 24; 28; is
connector leg 22, shown in FIG. 1. Connector leg 22 not shown in
FIG. 1b, re-movably fits within firearm F, shown in FIG. 3, to
secure non trigger stop connector.
[0031] Seen in FIG. 1c is a non trigger stop connector with an
alternate embodiment of the self cleaning hole 41 shown made into a
connector. Opposite in direction from connector lips 24; 28; is
connector leg 22 not shown in FIG. 1c, shown in FIG. 1. Connector
leg 22 re-movably fits within firearm F, shown in FIG. 3, to secure
non trigger stop connector.
[0032] As seen in FIG. 2, is prior art trigger stop connector 20'
works in conjunction with trigger bar TB. While firearm F, shown in
FIG. 3, trigger bar TB is biased against torso 21'. As trigger T is
pulled, trigger bar TB slidably travels in a generally rearward and
downward direction. Connector lip 24' serves to guide curved end
50. Trigger bar TB remains biased against torso 21' at the point of
firing. At the point of firing, certain points of contact are made
to prevent further travel of trigger bar TB. Curved end 50 of
trigger bar TB makes contact with stop lip 34', stop leg 30' makes
contact with cross edge 60, and edge 52 of trigger bar TB
simultaneously makes contact with stop lip 38' and stop lip 36' to
prevent further travel of trigger T fixedly secured to trigger bar
TB.
[0033] Seen in FIG. 2a is prior art trigger connector 20'. Prior
art connector 20' works in conjunction with trigger bar TB. While
firearm F, shown in FIG. 3, trigger bar TB is biased against torso
21'. As trigger T is pulled, trigger bar TB slidably travels in a
generally rearward and downward direction. Connector lip 24' serves
to guide curved end 50. Trigger bar TB remains biased against torso
21' at the point of firing. After the point of firing, trigger bar
TB continues to travel generally in a rearward and downward
direction until a spring force, not shown, causes trigger bar TB to
shift. Guided by connector lip 28', edge 52 of trigger bar TB
slidably travels in a generally forward and upward direction until
completing the firing cycle. Shown in FIG. 2a is prior art
connector 20'. Torso 21' has lip 24'. Lip 24' serves to contain
trigger bar TB when biased against it. Connector leg 26' extends
from torso 21' at a predetermined angle and has connector lip 28'.
Opposite in direction from connector lips 24' and 28' is connector
leg 22', not shown connector leg 22' re-movably fits within firearm
F to remain secured.
[0034] As best seen in FIG. 3, once the user grasps firearm F,
aims, and is ready to fire, the user exerts a force to overcome the
force of trigger T. Trigger T is mechanically connected to trigger
bar TB. Upon depressing trigger T, trigger bar TB is guided and
thereby moves in a generally rearward and downward path over the
self cleaning hole removing debris. Stop leg 30 is designed as
specific contact to prevent over travel of trigger bar TB when
operating in cooperation with trigger T of firearm F.
[0035] As best seen in FIG. 3, firearm F is in the fired mode. At
this moment, the user has pulled trigger T with sufficient force
and a sufficient distance to activate the firing pin mechanism, not
shown, which in turn makes contact with the primer of a bullet, not
shown, discharging firearm F. At the moment of discharge, stop leg
30 contacts cross edge 60, cross edge 60 would be in contact with
stop leg 30 for illustration a small gap was inserted for a better
perspective of stop leg 30 & cross edge 60. This contact point
prevents over manipulation of trigger T past the point of firing.
Thus, the ability to prevent movement of firearm F is increased
because the fulcrum effect is greatly reduced. The excess distance
beyond the point of firing of firearm F is what causes the fulcrum
effect. The fulcrum effect causes the barrel of firearm F to
generally travel in a downward and sideward path. Additionally,
this contact point establishes a shortened trigger travel distance.
With a shortened trigger travel distance, less time is required for
the user to discharge firearm F. As a result, the user benefits
from each subsequent discharge with less time required for firearm
F to cycle back into the cocked mode not shown.
[0036] The foregoing description conveys the best understanding of
the objectives and advantages of the present invention. Different
embodiments may be made of the inventive concept of this invention.
It is to be understood that all matter disclosed herein is to be
interpreted merely as illustrative, and not in a limiting
sense.
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