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Modular panel system for attaching accessories to a firearm rail system

US7458179B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMar 22, 2005
Grant dateDec 2, 2008
Priority date
Expiry dateApr 26, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF41G11/003
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A reconfigurable modular interface system for an integrated and standardized weapons system is disclosed. An upper accessory mount is provided that includes one interface for mounting to the desired primary mounting component, such as a firearm. The upper accessory mount further includes a second interface along its bottom edge for attaching accessories thereto. Accessories to be mounted into the modular interface system may either include mating formations that are provided as integrated OEM parts or through the use of retrofit adapter panels mounted to the secondary device.

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