Smith & Wesson Brands has patented a firearm accessory system with a foregrip and illuminator, allowing for easy attachment to a firearm. The system includes a support body with an actuator to control the illuminator and a port for remote connection. GlobalData’s report on Smith & Wesson Brands gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Smith & Wesson Brands, Silencer type muzzle attachments was a key innovation area identified from patents. Smith & Wesson Brands's grant share as of February 2024 was 84%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Firearm illuminator system with support body and actuator
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11906267B2) discloses a firearm illuminator system that includes a firearm mount, an illuminator with a light source, a support body receiver, and a support body with an actuator or port for connecting a remote. The support body can be connected in different orientations to change the location of the actuator, allowing for convenient operation of the light source.
Furthermore, the system includes interchangeable support bodies with different functionalities, such as one with an actuator and another with a port for remote connection. The remote can be attached to the support body via a tether, providing flexibility in controlling the light source. Additionally, the system features a second firearm mount on the remote for separate attachment to the firearm, along with a momentary switch on the remote for easy on/off operation of the light source. Overall, the system offers versatility and ease of use in illuminating firearms, with the light source being an LED for efficient and reliable performance.
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