Abstract: A ballistic wall panel device and system is disclosed. The ballistic wall panel device is adapted to contain ballistic media, which may include hardened metal particles. The ballistic wall panel device is capable of absorbing impact from various types of ammunition, destroying such ammunition upon impact, and withstanding multiple ammunition firings in a single location on the device. The ballistic wall panel device and system may be useful in a variety of settings, particularly where there may be a need or desire to protect individuals or valuables from weapons fire exposure, including but not limited to safe rooms, safe houses, embassies, shoot houses (such as those used by police and military personnel for live fire training), banks, post offices, gas stations, convenience stores, pay counters, various government agency buildings and facilities, and the like.

Abstract: A laser guided projectile device and method for shooting the device through a percussion actuated non-electric disrupter or dearmer to disable or destroy improvised explosive devices, bombs, or other ordnance. The device can include a cartridge case, a laser housing, a laser module, and a projectile head. An aperture in the projectile head permits a laser beam to be emitted through the head and projected onto a target to facilitate increased shooting accuracy of the disrupter or dearmer. The device can include O-rings positioned around the laser housing and projectile head that assist in aligning the device within the disrupter or dearmer and that also provide a seal for gases that are emitted during detonation, thereby assisting in the propulsion of the device during firing. The projectile head can be interchangeable and can be rounded or cone-shaped or can comprise a shot cup.

Abstract: A muzzle gas reduction device has upper and lower elongated, curved sections that define a barrel shape that is open to the sides. The upper section has a narrower width than the lower section. A plurality of cone-shaped, open, combs are interposed between the upper and lower elongated sections, along a length thereof. The device is coupled to the end of a barrel of a firearm, preferably a PAN disrupter. The configuration of the cones and the differing widths of the upper and lower sections cause muzzle gasses to be re-directed rearward and upward, reducing recoil.

Abstract: A cartridge containment device and method is designed to contain or catch unfired cartridges ejected from an automatic or semi-automatic firearm during unloading. To accomplish this, a cartridge containment box having an open top and otherwise configured with the general external configuration of a standard cartridge magazine is inserted into the firearm in place of the cartridge magazine. A blocking plate is attached to the cartridge containment box; and when the box is inserted into the firearm, the blocking plate is located adjacent the ejection port of the firearm, and prevents cartridges from being expelled therefrom. The cartridges then drop into the containment box for removal from the firearm.

Abstract: A bore sighting apparatus is designed to releasably fit into the muzzle of the barrel of a firearm for use in bore sighting of the firearm. The bore sighter includes a housing for a collimated light source, such as a laser, with an aperture for projecting the collimated light from a first end. The second end of the housing is coupled to a down-tapered, conical section which terminates in its tip at an elongated cylindrical extension for insertion into the barrel of a firearm. The elongated extension has an external diameter which is less than the smallest caliber of firearm with which the device is to be used. An O-ring on the extension is designed to frictionally center the extension within the barrel. The device is inserted until interference with the down-tapered portion and the muzzle of the firearm occurs to center the device. Rare earth magnets are included in the down-tapered portion for holding the bore sighter firmly in the muzzle of the firearm while the bore sighting operation is effected.

Abstract: A weapon discharge safety mechanism is designed in one multiple section piece for use with handguns and in two separate sections for use with rifles. The discharge safety mechanism includes a trigger guard housing with a bottom, first and second sides and an open top, which fits over and covers the trigger guard and trigger area of a firearm such as a pistol or a rifle. The trigger guard housing portion is releasably secured by a retention pin just behind the front of the trigger guard to hold the trigger guard housing portion in place covering the trigger guard. For handguns, an enclosed bullet trap housing is attached to the trigger guard housing portion. For rifles, this housing is separate. The bullet trap housing has a first closed end and a second open end, which fits over the end of a barrel of the gun and extends over the barrel a short distance.

Abstract: A trigger lock for guns having a trigger guard and a trigger with a space between the rear of the trigger and the trigger guard comprises a main lock plug member or housing, which is inserted behind the trigger and which generally conforms to the space and size of the space behind the trigger. An integral flange on one side of the main lock housing contacts the side of the trigger. The main lock housing includes a partially hollowed out interior with a locking spring extending across an insert path for a projecting pin. The projecting pin is carried by a locking plate; and the pin snaps into place by the action of the locking spring. The locking plate is held on the other side of the trigger. Thus, the trigger is locked against use. A small opening is provided through the first flange; and a handcuff key or other device may be inserted through the opening to engage the spring to release the pin. This then releases the locking plate to remove the trigger lock.

Abstract: A safety containment system for use during the loading and unloading of firearms, such as handguns, rifles and the like, is made in the form of an elongated hollow steel cylinder. One end of the cylinder is closed with a steel plate; and a rubber-like disk is located between the closed end of the cylinder and the open end to form a bullet containment compartment adjacent the closed end of the cylinder. This compartment is filled with randomly oriented hardened metal objects with sharp edges, such as elongated concrete nails having a substantially rectangular cross section. The other end of the housing has an elongated rubber tube acting as a guide member, secured to the rubber-like disk and to the housing member, for accommodating the muzzle end of a barrel of a firearm inserted therein.

Abstract: A trigger safety lock for guns comprises a rigid plug, typically made of aluminum or rigid plastic, designed with a central portion configured to frictionally fit into the space between the rear of the trigger of the gun and the trigger guard. The plug prevents depression of the trigger to fire the gun. The plug has an ejector extension on one side of the central portion, which extends laterally beyond the trigger guard for engagement by a user to force the plug out of the space behind the trigger. The dimensions of the extension are such that it freely passes through the space. The ejector extension has a hole through it for receiving a locking device to positively lock the trigger when the gun is in storage. A flange on the opposite side of the central portion of the plug overlaps at least part of the trigger or trigger guard and engages the trigger or trigger guard when the central portion is located in the space behind the trigger.

Abstract: A firearm employing a cartridge magazine includes a laser sighting device or other electrical accessories attached to the firearm. A power supply is located in a housing in the lower end of the cartridge magazine. The housing has a hollow battery compartment in it with a pair of battery contacts in it. One contact is electrically connected with the cartridge magazine. The other contact is a spring-loaded contact coupled with a conductive lead to the laser sighting device or accessory. An on/off switch, preferably in the form of a push-button switch, is engaged by the user when the firearm is in use.

Abstract: A bore sighting apparatus and method includes a light source contained within a housing, which is in the form of a stepped cylindrical insert placed in the firing chamber of the firearm. The housing is in the form of a series of interconnected stepped cylindrical portions corresponding to the firing chambers of different calibers of firearms, with the largest portion being located at the rear of the firing chamber. Light is projected from the housing through the bore of the barrel and through the muzzle to a target placed at a pre-established distance from the muzzle. Calibrated points are marked on the target; and the sights of the firearm are adjusted to the calibrated points to effect the bore sighting of the firearm for a specific range.