U.S. patent application number 15/361122 was filed with the patent office on 2017-05-25 for ballistic picture frame for two dimensional targets.
The applicant listed for this patent is Jo Won Seuk. Invention is credited to Jo Won Seuk.
Application Number | 20170146322 15/361122 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 58720694 |
Filed Date | 2017-05-25 |
United States Patent
Application |
20170146322 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Seuk; Jo Won |
May 25, 2017 |
BALLISTIC PICTURE FRAME FOR TWO DIMENSIONAL TARGETS
Abstract
A ballistic picture frame for holding two dimensional paper
targets, photographs or print art used for dry-fire training. The
ballistic picture frame holds paper targets, photographs, or other
two dimensional graphics or prints like conventional picture
frames, but also provides a ballistic barrier for enhanced safety
during dry-fire training. The ballistic frame includes a back panel
constructed of ballistic materials that prevent projectile
penetration through the frame in the event of a negligent
discharge.
Inventors: |
Seuk; Jo Won; (Raeford,
NC) |
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Applicant: |
Name |
City |
State |
Country |
Type |
Seuk; Jo Won |
Raeford |
NC |
US |
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Family ID: |
58720694 |
Appl. No.: |
15/361122 |
Filed: |
November 25, 2016 |
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Application
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Filing Date |
Patent Number |
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62260234 |
Nov 25, 2015 |
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Current U.S.
Class: |
1/1 |
Current CPC
Class: |
F41J 1/10 20130101 |
International
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F41J 1/10 20060101
F41J001/10 |
Claims
1. A ballistic picture frame to support a two dimensional target
for use during dry-fire firearms training, the ballistic picture
frame comprising: a first frame part having a planar back panel
against which the two dimensional target overlies; and a second
frame part mounted to the first frame part to hold the two
dimensional target against the back panel, the back panel is
constructed of ballistic material selected to prevent a projectile
from penetrating through the first frame part in the event of a
discharge of a firearm.
2. The ballistic picture frame of claim 1 wherein the first frame
part includes a peripheral side molding affixed to the back panel
defining an open face of the first frame part, the two dimensional
target disposed within the open face of the first frame part
against the back panel.
3. The ballistic picture frame of claim 2 wherein the second frame
part seats within the open face of the first frame part and abuts
the peripheral side molding so that the two dimensional target is
seated between the first frame member and second frame member, the
second frame member having a central opening therein through which
the two dimensional target is visible.
4. The ballistic picture frame of claim 2 wherein the side molding
is constructed of ballistic material selected to prevent a
projectile from penetrating through the first frame part in the
event of a discharge of a firearm.
5. The ballistic picture frame of claim 1 wherein the second frame
part includes a peripheral side molding affixed to the first frame
part around the back panel defining a central opening therein
through which the two dimensional target is visible.
6. The ballistic picture frame of claim 5 wherein the peripheral
side molding has a recessed inward facing slot around the central
opening for receiving the two dimensional target therein.
7. The ballistic picture frame of claim 5 wherein the peripheral
side molding is constructed of ballistic material selected to
prevent a projectile from penetrating through the first frame part
in the event of a discharge of a firearm.
Description
[0001] This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional
Application No. 62/260,234 filed Nov. 25, 2015, the disclosure of
which is hereby incorporated by reference.
[0002] This invention relates to picture frames, and in particular
a ballistic picture frame for holding two dimensional targets,
photographs or print art used for dry-fire training.
BACKGROUND AND SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0003] The present invention seeks to provide a ballistic picture
frame for holding two dimensional paper targets, photographs or
print art used for dry-fire training. Dry-fire training is where a
shooter practices the fundamentals of marksmanship firing an
unloaded weapon at targets without discharging a live round. While
dry-fire training is theoretically safe when done properly with an
unloaded weapon, human error can lead to negligent discharges when
the weapon is mistakenly loaded with live ammunition.
[0004] The ballistic picture frames of this invention provide a
target structure for holding two dimensional paper targets,
photographs or print art for use during dry-fire training. The
ballistic picture frames hold paper targets, photographs, or other
two dimensional graphics or prints like conventional picture
frames, but also provide a ballistic barrier for enhanced safety
during dry-fire training. Each embodiment of the ballistic picture
frame includes a back panel constructed of ballistic materials that
prevent projectile penetration through the frame in the event of a
negligent discharge. In various embodiments, the ballistic picture
frames include a peripheral frame molding with a mating peripheral
front cover frame, which holds the two dimensional target against
the ballistic back panel. The ballistic picture frames of this
invention may be dimensional and configured to receive any size
paper target, photograph or print and can be mounted to any wall,
surface, stand or structure.
[0005] The above described features and advantages, as well as
others, will become more readily apparent to those of ordinary
skill in the art by reference to the following detailed description
and accompanying drawings.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0006] The present invention may take form in various system and
method components and arrangement of system and method components.
The drawings are only for purposes of illustrating exemplary
embodiments and are not to be construed as limiting the invention.
The drawings illustrate the present invention, in which:
[0007] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of
the ballistic picture frame of this invention;
[0008] FIG. 2 is an exploded top view of the picture frame of FIG.
1;
[0009] FIG. 3 is an exploded view of the picture frame of FIG.
1;
[0010] FIG. 4 is a side sectional view of a second embodiment of
the picture frame of this invention;
[0011] FIG. 5 is a perspective view of the picture frame of FIG. 4;
and
[0012] FIG. 6 is an exploded view of a third embodiment of the
picture frame of this invention.
DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT
[0013] In the following detailed description of the preferred
embodiments, reference is made to the accompanying drawings that
form a part hereof, and in which is shown by way of illustration
specific preferred embodiments in which the invention may be
practiced. These embodiments are described in sufficient detail to
enable those skilled in the art to practice the invention, and it
is understood that other embodiments may be utilized and that
logical, structural, mechanical, electrical, and chemical changes
may be made without departing from the spirit or scope of the
invention. To avoid detail not necessary to enable those skilled in
the art to practice the invention, the description may omit certain
information known to those skilled in the art. The following
detailed description is, therefore, not to be taken in a limiting
sense, and the scope of the present invention is defined only by
the appended claims.
[0014] The drawings illustrate two embodiments of the ballistic
picture frame of this invention. The ballistic picture frames of
this invention provide a ballistic barrier that holds paper
targets, photographs, or other two dimensional graphics or prints
for use in dry-fire firearm training. Each embodiment includes a
back "ballistic barrier" panel constructed of suitable ballistic
fabrics and composites, such as Kevlar.RTM. and Dyneema.RTM., that
prevent projectile penetration through the frame. The back panels
of the ballistic picture frames may be constructed with metal
sub-frames of steel or titanium, or may be fully constructed from
ultra high molecular weight polyethylene (`UHMWPE`) layered with
foam or ceramic composites. In certain embodiments, other frame
components, such as peripheral side moldings and covers may also be
constructed of ballistic fabrics and composites as desired. The
ballistic picture frames can be dimensional and configured to
receive any size paper target, photograph or print. In addition,
each ballistic picture frame is adapted to hang from any wall or
structure, like a conventional picture frame, using wall hangers,
hooks, fasteners and the like.
[0015] Referring now to the drawings, FIGS. 1-3 illustrate a first
exemplary embodiment of the ballistic picture frame of this
invention, which is designated generally as reference numeral 100.
Picture frame 100 includes back member 110 and front cover frame
120 constructed from ballistic material. Back member 100 includes a
flat back panel 112 and a peripheral side molding 114. The side
molding is bonded to the front face of back panel 112 by a suitable
adhesive or affixed using screw fasteners. Cover frame 120 is
dimensioned to seat inside peripheral side molding 114. Paper
target 10 is held between the back panel 110 and cover frame 120.
Cover frame 120 seats within side molding 114 of back member 110
and is secured by a snap fit connection or other suitable means to
allow the paper targets, photographs and prints to be readily
changed.
[0016] FIGS. 4-6 illustrate two alternative embodiments of the
ballistic picture frame of this invention, which are designated
generally as reference numerals 200 and 300. Picture frames 200 and
300 are similar to picture frame 100 in function and construction.
Picture frame 200 eliminates the retaining front cover frame
mounted to the backing member. As shown in FIGS. 4 and 5, picture
frame 200 includes a back member 210 constructed of ballistic
material having a flat back panel 212 and a peripheral side molding
224. As shown, side molding 225 has a recessed slotted channel 215
formed in its inner face allowing paper target 10 to be inserted
and held within frame 200. As shown in FIG. 6, picture frame 300
includes a flat back member 310 constructed of ballistic material.
The paper target 10 is simply affixed to back member 310 with an
adhesive or other suitable means. Picture frame 300 also includes a
non-ballistic peripheral border 320, which is typically a
conventional wood, metal or polymer picture frame molding used to
frame artwork, posters and photographs.
[0017] It should be apparent from the foregoing that an invention
having significant advantages has been provided. While the
invention is shown in only a few of its forms, it is not just
limited but is susceptible to various changes and modifications
without departing from the spirit thereof. The embodiment of the
present invention herein described and illustrated is not intended
to be exhaustive or to limit the invention to the precise form
disclosed. It is presented to explain the invention so that others
skilled in the art might utilize its teachings. The embodiment of
the present invention may be modified within the scope of the
following claims.
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