Abstract: A firearm safety device having a bolt for insertion through a trigger guard toward the lower receiver of the firearm. The bolt is inserted through the trigger guard so as to be positioned behind the trigger, in an axis generally perpendicular to the direction of pull of the trigger to prevent the trigger from be depressed and thus firing the weapon. The bolt extends from a base, which can be static in the form of a fixed bolt, or dynamic with the bolt configured for mechanized or electromechanical insertion through the trigger guard, such as by a lever operation, solenoid operation, or other operation. In one embodiment the safety device has a bolt affixed to a base, with the base configured to attach to the trigger guard. This embodiment provides a freely mobile transportable safety device. The safety device can be used with or integral with a firearm support mount, such as a gun rack.

Abstract: The invention relates to an electronic device that is used to block the accessibility of a firearms Trigger. Wherein an electronic device is mounted on a rail or rail accessory and is locked in place using security screws and tamper proof fasteners allowing the device to fit an array of single action and striker-fired handguns. The security screws are in place to stop easy removal unless the possessor has the proper tool to remove them. The device its self uses a battery to operate and picks up a transmission broadcasted from a Bluetooth within its programmed range by the use of a Bluetooth proximity detector. Once the transmission has been picked up it activates its locking mechanism in the form of a solenoid causing its pin to lift and allows a slide placed In front of the trigger acting as a second trigger to move back and forth allowing the movement of the firearms trigger. The slide is moved back its original position by the use of a spring.

Abstract: The techniques described herein relate to methods and apparatus for firearm safety mechanisms, visual safety indicators, and related techniques. A firearm includes a handle comprising one or more buttons disposed at least partially within a surface of the handle, such that the one or more buttons can be in contact with an operator's hand when the operator grasps the handle; a safety mechanism in mechanical communication with the trigger. The safety mechanism comprises: a first position that blocks actuation of the trigger; and a second position that does not block actuation of the trigger; and at least one processor configured to: upon determining an input code matches a stored code, transmits a signal to the safety mechanism to change the safety mechanism from the first position to the second position so that the firearm can be fired by the operator.

Abstract: A firearm with dual-acting safety mechanism in one embodiment includes a slide movably carried by a frame, hammer, sear operable to hold the hammer in and release it from a cocked position, and firing mechanism including a trigger and trigger bar which collectively operate to actuate the sear to release the hammer. The safety mechanism includes right and left actuator levers coupled together and cooperating with a safety rocker. The safety rocker is operably interfaced with the trigger bar and pivotably movable between two positions. Moving either actuation lever to activate the safety mechanism rotates the safety rocker which simultaneously both blocks the trigger bar from movement and displaces the trigger bar to disengage the sear which can no longer be actuated via a trigger pull. In one embodiment, the safety mechanism is further operable to lock the slide in the closed breech position when the safety is activated.

Abstract: Systems for universally locking a trigger of a firearm are provided that require authentication to transition the firearm to an unlocked state. In general, examples of the systems for universally locking a trigger of a firearm described herein are located in an interchangeable grip portion of the firearm or mounted to an accessory rail of the firearm. Embodiments of the system generally include trigger interference or blocking members to prevent actuation of the trigger until the authentication system has authorized the user to fire the firearm. Once the system is authenticated, embodiments of the system remain in an unlocked state while the user is grasping the firearm. When the user removes their hand from the firearm, embodiments of the trigger locking system automatically returns to a locked state, reducing or eliminating unauthorized use of the firearm.

Abstract: A firearm operating system includes a housing, a central pivoting member disposed within the housing, a trigger including a portion disposed within the housing and a portion extending outside the housing such that the portion of the trigger within the housing includes a hole and at least one finger that extends in a first direction from the hole. Due to movement of the trigger, the at least one finger presses against the central pivoting member to cause the central pivoting member to rotate.

Abstract: A trigger assembly for a firearm can include a trigger safety member to prevent unintentional firing of the firearm. The trigger safety member is designed to facilitate engaging with the digit of the user, while preventing accidental unlocking of the trigger safety member. The trigger can also include one or more kinesthetic features.

Abstract: A firearm trigger finger stop apparatus for training shooters includes a guard clamp body having a guard channel to selectively receive a trigger guard of a firearm. A guard set screw is coupled to the guard clamp body and selectively extends into the guard channel to selectively engage the trigger guard. A stop clamp body is coupled to the guard clamp body. The stop clamp body defines a stop inside. A stop set screw is coupled to the stop clamp body. The stop set screw extends into the stop inside. A finger stop has a stopper portion and an arm portion. The arm portion extends through the stop inside of the stop clamp body and is selectively engaged by the stop set screw.

Abstract: This disclosure describes systems, methods, and apparatus for a firearm grip module having a selector track arcing concentrically around a selector lever aperture in one of two walls of the firearm grip module. The selector track can include multiple levels or heights, corresponding to different operating mode positions of the selector lever, where these different heights cause differing resistance to movement of the selector lever, where greater height equals greater resistance. The selector track may also include a safety indentation, a semi-auto indentation, and a full-auto indentation. The track may also include a removable, molded-in stop, between the semi-auto and full-auto indentations, which blocks the selector lever from overtraveling a standard fire position.

Abstract: A firearm safety mechanism assembly is provided. The firearm safety mechanism assembly includes a firearm with a receiver, a trigger guard coupled to the firearm, and a housing pin. The firearm safety mechanism assembly includes a trigger safety mechanism. The trigger safety mechanism includes a plate, a rod extending from the plate, a trigger coupled to the rod, and a lever nested within the trigger. The lever includes a lever first end and a lever second end, where the lever rotates between a first position and a second position. In the first position, the lever first end abuts a housing pin.

Abstract: Provided herein is a laser sight trigger guard for a handgun that enables a user to simultaneously switch on a laser as the trigger guard is moved before firing. The trigger guard has a first component that houses a laser assembly and a second component that covers the trigger when the handgun is not in use. The second component is pivotably attached to the first component. The laser assembly has a laser unit, an on off switch and a power supply. When unpivoted, the second component covers the trigger and the laser is kept in an off state. When pivoted, the second component no longer covers the trigger enabling the laser to switch on and to simultaneously provide access to the trigger.

Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for a firearm. The firearm may include safety features having a trigger block preventing trigger actuation when a lever in the firearm is in a partially cocked position and/or a safety mechanism positioned in front of the trigger.

Abstract: Provided is a crossbow safety system comprising a crossbow, a pressure sensor, and an interlock. The crossbow has a bowstring operable between a cocked and an uncocked position, a foregrip adapted for being grasped by an associated hand of an associated user, and a trigger assembly adapted to selectably retain the bowstring in the cocked position. The pressure sensor is on or in the foregrip, and is adapted to detect a pressure signature from the foregrip being grasped by an associated hand of an associated user, the associated hand having fingers. The interlock is operationally engaged with the pressure sensor and the trigger assembly, and is adapted to lock the trigger assembly from releasing the bowstring if the pressure sensor does not detect a first pressure signature sufficiently similar to a predetermined pressure signature.

Abstract: Methods and apparatuses are disclosed for increasing the safety of a handgun. In certain implementations, the apparatus provides a safety device that includes a cover having an ejecting unit, a locking pin, and a releasing plate. The safety device is configured to cover both sides of a trigger guard of the handgun when the safety device is locked to the handgun. The releasing plate is coupled to the locking pin. The releasing plate is disposed on a surface of the safety device so as to be accessible by the user. Preferably, the releasing plate is activated by a user's finger. The releasing plate selectively disengages the locking pin from the trigger guard by movement of the user's finger. When engaged, the locking pin prevents the safety device from being removed from the handgun. When disengaged, the locking pin allows the safety device from being removed from the handgun. In certain embodiments, the ejection unit self-ejects the safety device from the handgun.

Abstract: A selector assembly for a Kalashnikov style firearm, includes a base plate having an upper surface, a lower surface, and a channel configured for engagement with a portion of a pistol grip of the firearm, the base having a flange extending from the lower surface. The selector assembly includes a selector pivotally attached to the flange along an axis and configured for movement about the axis between a safety position to limit operation of a trigger of the firearm and a firing position to allow operation of the trigger of the firearm.

Abstract: A firearm security device blocks use or manipulation of functional components of a given firearm absent a validated user. The firearm security device includes a pair of hubs, a plurality of shackles, a trigger-locking shaft, a two-factor locking mechanism, a microcontroller, and a global position system (GPS) module. The pair of hubs along with the plurality of shackles allows the firearm security device to be secured to a firearm. The pair of hubs also protects the two-factor locking mechanism, the microcontroller, and the GPS module. The trigger-locking shaft prevents the trigger of a firearm from being pressed by an unwanted user. The two-factor locking mechanism prevents removal of the present invention from an associated firearm by an unwanted user. The microcontroller manages the two-factor locking mechanism and the GPS module. The GPS module allows the firearm security device to be tracked and, therefore, allows an associated firearm to be tracked.

Abstract: A firearms operating mechanism included in a firearm. The firearms operating mechanism including a trigger bar and a compliant mechanism coupled to the trigger bar, the compliant mechanism operable in at least a first state and a second state. When the compliant mechanism is in the first state the trigger bar is positioned to operate as a part of the firearms operating mechanism to fire the firearm in response to a trigger pull. When the compliant mechanism is in the second state the trigger bar is modified such that the trigger pull is incapable of firing the firearm.

Abstract: Disclosed are various embodiments of safety selector assemblies for firearms. In one embodiment, a safety selector assembly includes a body and a pivoting arm. A portion of the body is configured to be positioned within the frame of the firearm. The pivoting arm is pivotably mounted to the body of the safety selector assembly and is configured to selectively engage a safety selector stop tab that extends from the frame to restrict the body of the safety selector assembly from rotating when the pivoting arm is engaged with the safety selector stop tab.

Abstract: A biometric electro-mechanical locking system for a firearm includes a generally hollow main body having a pivot plate that is secured along the first end. A hand grip is positioned along the main body and configured to slide between a FIRE position where the trigger assembly of the firearm is accessible, and a SAFE position where the trigger assembly of the firearm is not accessible. A release button is positioned along the main body and is mechanically coupled to a dual locking assembly that is positioned within the main body. The dual locking assembly including an electromechanical locking unit having a processor, memory, fingerprint sensor and electric servo, and a mechanical locking unit having a mechanical combination lock.

Abstract: A secondary trigger safety is provided in a trigger mechanism which employs first rotating member which is rotatable between a safety on position preventing firing and a safety off position enabling trigger firing. The secondary trigger safety is coaxially positioned within a formed axial passage in the first rotating member. To position the trigger in the safety off position to allow firing, both the first rotating member and the second rotating member must be turned to respective positions aligning a passage in the first rotating member with a recess in the second rotating member.

Abstract: A self-loading pistol comprising a magazine shaft which can receive a magazine; a retainer which can hold the magazine releasably in the magazine shaft; and a magazine release which can cause the retainer to release the magazine. The magazine release can be operated from both sides of the self-loading pistol and comprises two release buttons which are arranged on different sides of the self-loading pistol. The magazine release further comprises two release levers which are disposed on different sides of the self-loading pistol. The magazine can be released by actuating either release button and/or by actuating either release lever.

Abstract: A safety selector assembly for a firearm includes a cylinder sized and shaped to be rotatably received within a lower receiver; and a lever detachably coupled to the cylinder end and secured to the cylinder end by a threaded member. The threaded member is configured to engage the cylinder end, and to move between a first and a second position in relation to the cylinder end. The lever is configured to engage the threaded member when the threaded member is in the first position, and interfering contact between the threaded member and the lever causes the lever to be retained on the cylinder end. The lever can be removed from the cylinder end when the threaded member is in the second position.

Abstract: A method of providing a user with an option to access a protected system by satisfying a reduced security measure is disclosed. An attempt by the user to access the protected system is detected. It is detected that a first security token system is within a first proximity to the protected system. Based on the detecting of the attempt by the user to access the protected system and the detecting that the first security token system is within the first proximity, the user is provided with the option to access the protected system by satisfying the reduced security measure.

Abstract: The one hand operable quick release gun lock comprises a clam-shell configured hinged case surroundingly on an AR style gun having a magazine port flange. A flange engagement on each of the first and second sides bears against the magazine port lip. The gun is sandwiched between the first and second sides. A locking mechanism comprises an electrically actuated actuator on the first side having a rotatable shaft with a pointed end and a flat formed on the shaft adjacent the pointed end. An anchor on the second side comprises a hasp slidably mounted on the second side, the hasp bearing against the flat whereby the shaft is attached to the flat. Rotation of the shaft urges the hasp away from the flat disconnecting the two part lock. The hinge spring urges the gun lock off the gun in a direction away from the shooter.

Abstract: A safety selector assembly for a firearm includes a cylinder sized and shaped to be rotatably received within a lower receiver; and a lever detachably coupled to the cylinder end and secured to the cylinder end by a threaded member. The threaded member is configured to engage the cylinder end, and to move between a first and a second position in relation to the cylinder end. The lever is configured to engage the threaded member when the threaded member is in the first position, and interfering contact between the threaded member and the lever causes the lever to be retained on the cylinder end. The lever can be removed from the cylinder end when the threaded member is in the second position.

Abstract: A quick release storage and locking system with a base, an electric lock, an L-shaped locking bar and a locking post is provided. The L-shaped locking bar comprises a first end movably attached to the base and a second end with a manual lock spaced apart from the first end. The locking post comprises a first locking end and a second locking end spaced apart from the first locking end. The electric lock is configured to engage the first locking end of the locking post such that the locking post is securely attached to the base and the manual lock is configured to engage the second locking end of the locking post such that the locking post is securely attached to the L-shaped locking bar. In some embodiments, the electric lock may be wirelessly activated. In the alternative or in addition to, the electric lock may be keypad activated.

Abstract: Systems and methods to use, monitor, and control a firearm technology including smart components embedded into a portion of the firearm and communicatively coupled to the firearm, are disclosed. Use of such smart components may permit the firearm to display and/or send alerts regarding status updates (such as power levels of a battery, indication of need of maintenance, or status of enablement or disablement). Further, use of such smart components may permit the firearm to recognize authorized users to permit one or more firearm operations, to be tracked via inventory control tags, to communicate with remote devices such as a cell phone, to charge an internal power supply, to prevent unauthorized tampering of the device, to enable voice control operations, and/or to inject a destructive solution into the firearm based on unauthorized use, wherein the solution may permanently destroy the firearm functionality.

Abstract: A safety selector assembly for a firearm includes a cylinder sized and shaped to be rotatably received within a lower receiver. The cylinder includes a cylinder end having a recess defined therein, and a plunger disposed at least partially within the recess. The plunger is moveably secured within the recess. The safety selector assembly also includes a lever detachably coupled to the cylinder end by the plunger.

Abstract: Exemplary trigger systems reduce trigger slop in polymer-framed pistols. Via use of an oil-impregnated bushing, stacked tolerances are reduced and/or eliminated, leading to improved trigger feel and function.

Abstract: A conducted electrical weapon (“CEW”) launches wire-tethered electrodes from multiple cartridges to provide a current through a human or animal target to impede locomotion of the target. The CEW includes a handle and one or more deployment units. A handle and each deployment unit include a processing circuit and memory. A handle may provide operation and usage records to a deployment unit for storage. The information stored on a deployment unit may be unalterable once written. A handle may log a record of usage, deployment units, and other deployment information. The log file may be available to an electronic device through a secure wireless protocol.

Abstract: Methods and apparatuses are disclosed for increasing the safety of a handgun. In certain implementations, the apparatus provides a safety device that includes a cover having an ejecting unit, a locking pin, and a releasing plate. The safety device is configured to cover both sides of a trigger guard of the handgun when the safety device is locked to the handgun. The releasing plate is coupled to the locking pin. The releasing plate is disposed on a surface of the safety device so as to be accessible by the user. Preferably, the releasing plate is activated by a user's finger. The releasing plate selectively disengages the locking pin from the trigger guard by movement of the user's finger. When engaged, the locking pin prevents the safety device from being removed from the handgun. When disengaged, the locking pin allows the safety device from being removed from the handgun. In certain embodiments, the ejection unit self-ejects the safety device from the handgun.

Abstract: A firearm reload system that enables the reloading of a firearm with a single user action. The firearm reload system can include an automatic ammunition chambering system and an empty magazine auto-eject system. The automatic ammunition chambering system includes an actuator on a magazine that actuates a pivoting slide lock when the magazine is introduced into the firearm frame, causing the pivoting slide lock to disengage from the firearm's slide release, thereby freeing the slide and chambering a cartridge. The magazine auto-eject system includes a magazine actuator linking the slide release and the magazine release such that when the slide release is brought into a locked position, the magazine actuator actuates the magazine release such that the magazine is released from the firearm.

Abstract: A trigger guard safety device for movement of a trigger of a weapon is provided. The trigger guard safety device is unobtrusive and molded to fit around the trigger guard of a weapon such that the trigger guard safety device physically prevents access to and depression of the trigger. The trigger guard safety device is of unitary construction and comprises sides, bottom, and depressions formed in the sides. When secured in place, the trigger guard safety device provides for safe transportation of a loaded weapon while allowing quick discharge of the weapon when necessary.

Abstract: A conducted electrical weapon (“CEW”) launches wire-tethered electrodes from multiple cartridges to provide a current through a human or animal target to impede locomotion of the target. The CEW includes a handle and one or more deployment units. A handle and each deployment unit include a processing circuit and memory. A handle may provide operation and usage records to a deployment unit for storage. The information stored on a deployment unit may be unalterable once written. A handle may log a record of usage, deployment units, and other deployment information. The log file may be available to an electronic device through a secure wireless protocol.

Abstract: A pistol with a safety trigger, including a trigger lever supported in a housing and arranged in a trigger region, and of a safety lever pivotally mounted therein, wherein the safety lever engages a catch in the housing for ergonomics and reliability reasons, the safety lever is arranged in front of the trigger lever, extends over the clear height of the trigger region and is supported on the trigger lever in such a way that it forms a two-armed lever.

Abstract: In embodiments of an electronic device having a biometric authentication system and grip detection sensor, an authentication circuit is coupled to the biometric authentication sensor and grip detection sensor. The biometric authentication sensor is configured to receive a biometric input sample. The grip detection sensor is configured to identify an orientation of a hand of a user relative to the biometric authentication sensor. The authentication circuit determines a priority of multiple biometric templates based on the orientation and authenticates the biometric input sample based on the priority of the multiple biometric templates.

Abstract: This disclosure describes embodiments of an apparatus which will be called a bolt hold open, fire selector and safety. This apparatus is for ambidextrously holding open the bolt of a Kalashnikov style firearm; for ambidextrously selecting whether the Kalashnikov style firearm will fire multiple rounds or a single round each time the user pulls and holds down the trigger on the firearm when the firearm contains an auto sear mounting pin; for ambidextrously selecting whether the Kalashnikov style firearm will fire a single round each time the user pulls and holds down the trigger on the firearm when the firearm does not contain an auto sear mounting pin; and for ambidextrously selecting whether the Kalashnikov style firearm will fire when the user pulls the trigger on the firearm.

Abstract: There is disclosed herein systems, methods and apparatus relating to a trigger block for mechanically blocking the trigger of a firearm and preventing the trigger from being pulled to actuate the firing mechanism when the trigger block is in a blocking position. The trigger block is secured in the blocking position and can only be moved to an unblocked position by an authorized user via operation of a security device, such as a key, sensor, and/or keypad.

Abstract: A firearm safety apparatus is provided that includes two or more locking arms or coverings connected by a hinge and configured to engage a trigger guard of a firearm, in a closed position preventing access to the trigger. A locking mechanism retains the arms in a closed position until opened by an activation signal. A firearm safety apparatus is also provided that includes a housing connected to a firearm. A trigger guard cover is slideably or hingably connected to the housing. A locking mechanism is coupled to the trigger guard cover to surround a trigger of the firearm until an activation signal is received. The locking mechanism exposes the trigger through a hinged or slide motion. The housing is amenable to inclusion of various tactical accessories such as a light source or a camera.

Abstract: Consistent with various embodiments, a firearm securing apparatus has a first securing interface that is configured to generate a holding force between the apparatus and a support surface in response to an applied pressure. A second securing interface is configured and arranged to receive and secure a firearm barrel and includes a graspable feature. A support piece is configured and arranged to physically connect the two securing interfaces and to provide space, to allow a person's fingers to seize a graspable feature and to allow the person to apply pressure sufficient to overcome the holding force between the apparatus and the surface in order to remove the firearm from the apparatus when desired.

Abstract: The trigger mechanism is characterized by the lack of the trigger moving bar, which function is assigned to the trigger lever. The trigger lever is not fastened with the trigger by any connecting element. The mechanism is equipped with the manual and falling safeguard. With using of the manual safety catch the putting on the safety catch of the firearm, against the shot, is controlled by bifacially manipulable fingerboards without the need of any change in the construction of the firearm or the need of the change of the grip of the firearm.

Abstract: Firearms or other projectile weapons include a GPS sensor, World Time RF sensor, orientation sensor for detecting the angle, acceleration (launch velocity), and direction in which the projectile will be launched along with a stored updatable list of times, GPS coordinates, distances from the GPS coordinates such that the weapon is disabled for use in these restricted areas if the projectile shall enter the restricted area. In addition, acceleration is used to detect a dropped or potentially damaged weapon such that the weapon is disabled and an emergency RF beacon is enabled (alternatively selected by the user).

Abstract: A handheld finger activated semi-automatic arm may include a barrel, a trigger, a moveable gun bolt and a trigger reset mechanism. The trigger reset mechanism may use rigid mechanical contact between the trigger and the gun bolt during an earliest portion of the operating cycle. The trigger may be blocked from depression by the gun bolt up to 99% of the operating cycle.

Abstract: A trigger can include one or more kinesthetic features to provide increased mechanoreceptor stimulation. This can give a shooter increased kinesthetic awareness of the trigger pull. The trigger can include any number of different kinesthetic features in different configurations such as ridges, grooves, bumps or depressions, raised or depressed surfaces, bars, etc. These features can provide an increased sense of feel to encourage the straight, even, efficient and/or consistent pressing of the weapon's trigger to produce consistent and accurate shot placement. The trigger can include two kinesthetic features or reference points, such as parallel bars, on the trigger face. With the parallel reference points the operator can apply equal pressure across the face of the trigger during manipulation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to systems and methods for aiding the insertion of detachable magazines in AK rifle variants. The magazine well attachment includes a well attachment body having a slit configured to slide over a trigger guard of a firearm during the assembly process. The attachment may include a front retainer for securing the magazine well attachment to a front portion of the magazine opening of the firearm. A magazine release latch shield may be added as a modification to the magazine well attachment.

Abstract: There is disclosed herein systems, methods and apparatus relating to a trigger block for mechanically blocking the trigger of a firearm and preventing the trigger from being pulled to actuate the firing mechanism when the trigger block is in a blocking position. The trigger block is secured in the blocking position and can only be moved to an unblocked position by an authorized user via operation of a security device, such as a key, sensor, and/or keypad.

Abstract: A trigger mechanism guard assembly includes two arms, each having a first end with a trigger guarding surface and a second end and a housing with substantially parallel side surfaces configured to at least partially enclose the second ends of the arms. The housing is configured to be movable relative to the arms such that the housing has a first position and a second position, the second position being closer to the first ends of the arms compared to the first position. Movement of the housing from the first position to the second position causes movement of the first ends of the arms away from each other.

Abstract: A toy set is provided including a reconfigurable toy capable of transitioning between a first configuration and a second configuration. The toy set also includes a launch mechanism having an activation means and a toy receiver. A propulsion mechanism transfers movement of the activation means to the reconfigurable toy to propel the reconfigurable toy in a second configuration from the launch mechanism along a propulsion axis.

Abstract: A passive safety for an AR platform firearm includes a sliding or pivoting rotating safety which is normally active to prevent trigger movement as would cause the firearm to discharge, and even when any active safety on the firearm is in a “fire” position. The passive safety is deactivated when an operator grips the firearm in a normal position to engage and pivot the trigger to discharge the firearm. Alternative embodiments are disclosed.

Abstract: An apparatus and methods are provided to penetrate a bone and associated bone marrow using a powered driver having a gear assembly and a motor. The powered driver may include an indicator operable to show status of a power supply associated with the powered driver. The power supply may include a battery power pack having a diamond shaped cross section. The powered driver may have a handle with a corresponding cross section.