Abstract: A primer includes a layered thermite coating comprising alternating layers of metal oxide and reducing metal (thermite) deposited upon a substrate. A carbide-containing ceramic layer is disposed within the alternating layers of metal oxide and reducing metal.

Abstract: A system that is mountable to an unmanned vehicle and a method of operation is provided. The system includes an attachment plate configured to couple to the unmanned vehicle, the attachment plate having a first feature. A control module is configured to removably couple to the attachment plate, the control module having one or more processors and a power source, the control module having a pin arranged to move from a first position to a second position when the control module is coupled to the attachment plate, the one or more processors being energized when the pin is moved from the first position to the second position. A payload having an energetic element is provided, the payload being coupled to the control module.

Abstract: A magazine extender is provided. The magazine extender includes a baseplate structured to receive a lower open end of a magazine; a side bracket structured to couple to the baseplate for securing the magazine; and a locking pin selectively moveable into a locked position to lock the side bracket to the baseplate and an unlocked position to unlock the side bracket from the baseplate. The locking pin of the magazine extender is prevented from being moved to the unlocked position by a handgrip of a firearm when the magazine is inserted into the handgrip.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a bolt carrier assembly and a bolt assembly. The bolt assembly includes a bolt body member, the bolt body member having a proximal end portion and a distal end portion, and defining a longitudinal axis extending from the proximal end to the distal end. The bolt assembly includes a guide member attached to proximal end portion and the guide member is parallel to the longitudinal axis. The bolt assembly further includes a bolt chamber interface attached to a distal end portion, the bolt chamber interface nests within an interior wall of a firearm chamber, and the bolt chamber interface limits rotational and axial movement of the bolt assembly relative to the firearm chamber. The bolt assembly includes a bolt nipple connector for mating with a nipple assembly of a magazine assembly.

Abstract: A firearm with electronic firing mechanism has a frame including a barrel chambered for a conventionally primed cartridge, a bolt operably connected to the frame and having a bolt face facing the chamber and defining a bolt face aperture, an electrode connected to the bolt and having a tip received in the bolt face aperture and facing the chamber, the tip being configured to contact a primer of a centerfire cartridge received in the chamber when the bolt is in a battery condition, the electrode being electrically isolated from the bolt and from the frame, an electric power delivery facility having a first connection to the electrode and a second connection to at least one of the barrel, the bolt and the frame, a trigger operably connected to the electric power delivery facility, and the electric power delivery facility operable such that the primer discharges the centerfire cartridge.

Abstract: A buttstock of a small arm includes a front connection area for a positive connection to a receiver. In order to permit increased cartridge capacity, a trigger unit with a trigger latch and a transfer element extending forward for connection of the trigger latch to a trigger mechanism arranged in the receiver is positioned on the buttstock.

Abstract: A handgun has a grip portion defining a magazine well, the grip portion having a web region configured to be grasped between a thumb and an index finger, a forward portion of the web region defining a first width. The grip portion also has a palm region configured to be grasped by a user's palm, the palm region defining a second width greater than the first width. A magazine is configured to be received in the magazine well and includes a hollow magazine tube with a single-stack portion and a double-stack portion positioned below the single-stack portion. For example, front portions of the opposite tube sidewalls have a stepped shape between the upper tube end and the double-stack portion.

Abstract: A frame assembly for a pistol with a lock lever. The frame assembly includes a lower frame having a grip and an upper frame assembled on the lower frame and to a slide. The lower frame has: a mounting projection projecting upward to face the upper frame; and a lever mounting unit separated from the mounting projection and projecting upward. The upper frame has: a mounting groove into which the mounting projection is inserted to face the lower frame, and a lever hooking hole at one side of the mounting groove. The lever mounting unit has a lock lever having one end locked to be rotatable by a lock pin and the other end elastically supported to project upward. When the upper frame is assembled to the lower frame, the other end of the lock lever is inserted into the lever hooking hole and the upper frame is locked.

Abstract: A weapon rest assembly for stabilizing a weapon while shooting includes a post, which is engaged to and extends from a first end of a beam. The post comprises a plurality of nestable segments so that the post is selectively length adjustable. A rest is engaged to the post distal from the beam. A first attachment module is selectively engageable to the beam and is mountable to a tree stand so that the beam is mounted to the tree stand. A weapon held by a shooter positioned in the tree stand can be positioned on the rest to stabilize the weapon. A second attachment module is selectively engageable to the beam and is mountable to the ground so that the beam is mounted to the ground. A weapon held by a shooter positioned on the ground can be positioned on the rest to stabilize the weapon.

Abstract: A takedown lever assembly for a semiautomatic handgun includes a receiver, a slide displaceable along a top of the receiver, a grip portion defining a magazine well, and a fire control group that includes a trigger pivotable between a resting position and a pulled trigger position. The takedown lever assembly includes a takedown actuation lever operable between a firing position and a takedown position. In the takedown position the takedown actuation lever permits removal of the slide from the frame. A safety block is operatively coupled to the takedown actuation lever, wherein moving the takedown actuation lever from the firing position to the takedown position moves the safety block rearward, thereby blocking the trigger from rotating to the pulled trigger position. In some embodiments, the takedown lever rotates counterclockwise from the firing position to the takedown position as viewed looking at a left side of the handgun.

Abstract: A flashlight assembly includes an elongated housing, a light assembly received within the front of the housing, a battery door assembly at the rear of the housing, a latch assembly on the top of the housing and a clamp assembly also on the top of the housing. Paddle switches for operating the flashlight are integrated into the battery door assembly at the rear of the housing. The battery door assembly is both slidable and rotatable relative to the main housing.

Abstract: Adjustability of trigger pull force is enable by the use of a spring interfacing with a trigger shoe counterweight. The spring force is adjustable by use of a set screw interfacing with the spring. A pivot arm member acts between a trigger shoe counterweight and a firing pin release arm to fix the ratio of trigger shoe pull force and firing pin release arm force.

Abstract: A conducted electrical weapon (“CEW”) impedes locomotion of a human or animal target by providing a stimulus signal through one or more electrodes and through the target. The CEW includes a handle and one or more removable deployment units coupled to the handle. A deployment unit may include a wad, a tensioner, a guide, and posts to improve accuracy of launch of electrodes form the deployment unit.

Abstract: According to one embodiment an electric shock self-defence cartridge is provided that includes a distal body in which one or more application means is housed, and a proximal body in which a wire is housed. The proximal body includes coupling means and electric connection means for being joined with the electric shock self-defence device. Compression means is arranged between the distal body and the proximal body for keeping the distal body shifted towards a rest position. The application means is housed in the distal body, such that in use, when the distal body is in contact with an assailant, the distal body shifts with respect to the proximal body from the rest position towards an actuation position in which the application means projects from the distal body to be adhered to the assailant's body.

Abstract: The modular upper receiver assembly for firearms is an adapter allowing interchanging of barrels of different calibers to attach to an upper receiver assembly. The adapter assembly serves to provide a quick changeover coupling means for connecting an assortment of barrels of different calibers and lengths to the receiver. The coupling includes a barrel retaining bushing and adapter pair with threaded surfaces on the receiver for a threaded engagement, reinforced with threaded fastener compression for improved rigidity.

Abstract: Proposed is a magazine having a magazine body of which the upper portion is not deformed by high-temperature heat that is generated at the moment that a bullet is fired. The magazine includes: a magazine body that is made of synthetic resin, has front and rear plates and two side plates, a cartridge outlet formed at a top thereof, a front groove being open upward and formed at a top of the front plate, and a rear groove being open upward and formed at a top of the rear plate, and has guide plates bent toward the inside of the cartridge outlet at rear portions of top of the side plates and preventing cartridges from separating upward; two side reinforcing metal plates inserted and fixed by insert molding inside upper portions of the side plates and the guide plates not to be exposed to the outside.

Abstract: A firearm training tool having a shot indicating system configured to provide a training rifle with a shot indicating laser activated by pressing a trigger rearward.

Abstract: The present invention provides a polymer nose for a polymeric ammunition cartridge having a generally cylindrical neck having a projectile aperture at a first end, a shoulder comprising a shoulder top connected to the generally cylindrical neck opposite a shoulder bottom, a side wall extending from the shoulder, a groove positioned around the side wall, a skirt connected circumferentially about the groove to extend away from the groove, wherein the groove and the skirt are adapted to mate to a polymer cartridge.

Abstract: A follower for use in a variety of firearm magazines includes a follower body formed of a rigid material and having a bullet engaging surface that is contoured to position the bullets in the magazine so that they are efficiently stacked upon loading. The follower body further includes a rear leg that extends downward from a main generally horizontal surface and a slide lock shelf on one side. A flat follower spring is attached to a bottom of the follower body at one end and has a generally curved shape when in a relaxed state.

Abstract: An electromagnetic actuator includes characteristics of very fast actuation, shock invariant design, and compact size. The actuator may be controlled via a small low voltage power source such as a battery and simple switching logic. Such characteristics are ideally suited for incorporating the actuator into the firing mechanism of a firearm, which are subjected to drop tests to confirm the firearm will not discharge in the absence of trigger pull. Very fast snap-like action is attained by balancing the magnetic forces of two opposing permanent magnets around a stationary yoke and rotating member to create three circulating magnetic flux circuits. A central electromagnet coil amplifies the magnetic flux of one side of the rotating member or the other depending on the power source actuation polarity, thereby creating two possible snap-like actuation positions. The actuator is usable in firing mechanism release or enabling/disabling applications, and interfacing with other type mechanical linkages.