3D-PRINTED SUPPORT STRUCTURES FOR SOUND SUPPRESSORS

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3D-PRINTED SUPPORT STRUCTURES FOR SOUND SUPPRESSORS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240377153 titled '3D-PRINTED SUPPORT STRUCTURES FOR SOUND SUPPRESSORS

The patent application describes a sound suppressor for firearms, which includes 3D printed baffle structures to reduce noise during discharge.

The sound suppressor has an engagement attachable to a firearm barrel and baffle structures forming a baffle stack.
Each baffle structure contains baffles within a wall connected by supports for improved structural strength.
Supports create channels between baffles and the wall, reducing weight without compromising strength.
Channels allow pressurized gas generated during discharge to flow between chambers, cooling and decreasing noise.
The gas exits the suppressor at reduced pressure, temperature, and velocity, attenuating the discharge noise.

Potential Applications: - Military and law enforcement use for stealth operations - Recreational shooting for noise reduction and hearing protection - Hunting to avoid scaring off game with loud gunshots

Problems Solved: - Reducing noise pollution in shooting ranges and hunting grounds - Protecting shooters' hearing from loud firearm discharges

Benefits: - Improved safety for shooters by reducing noise-induced hearing damage - Enhanced shooting experience with reduced noise levels - Increased stealth and precision in tactical operations

Commercial Applications: Title: "Advanced Sound Suppressor Technology for Firearms" This technology can be marketed to firearm manufacturers, military and law enforcement agencies, shooting ranges, and hunting outfitters for improved noise reduction and safety.

Questions about Sound Suppressor Technology: 1. How does the 3D printed baffle structure contribute to noise reduction in firearms? - The 3D printed baffle structure creates a baffle stack with interconnected baffles and supports, allowing for the flow of pressurized gas to reduce noise during discharge.

2. What are the potential market implications of integrating this advanced sound suppressor technology into firearms? - By incorporating this technology, firearm manufacturers can offer quieter and safer firearms to consumers, appealing to a wider range of shooting enthusiasts.

Original Abstract Submitted

sound suppressors are provided. the sound suppressor includes an engagement, attachable to a barrel of a firearm, and one or more baffle structures manufactured by 3d printing and forming a baffle stack. each baffle structure includes one or more baffles housed within a wall. the baffles are connected to one another and to the wall by one or more supports, which provide for improved structural strength. the supports further define channels between the baffles and the wall, decreasing weight without sacrificing structural strength. the channels are open or sealed to facilitate flow of pressurized gas between chambers defined by the baffles and the wall, the pressurized gas being generated during discharge of the firearm. the pressurized gas decompresses and cools while traveling between the chambers and the channels, thereafter exiting the sound suppressor at a decreased pressure, temperature, and velocity, which may attenuate a noise associated with the discharge.