AR Accessories Question

ld08 · 01-27-2010, 21:03

After searching I was unable to find a thread directly related to my question, I am trying to avoid creating a superfluous thread by posting my questions here;

My senior design project for mechanical engineering is to begin in the fall semester and I've been toying with the idea of designing, engineering, and creating custom AR accessories with a SolidWorks type program and building a preliminary model through a CNC or a rapid prototyping machine. As this is something that I would enjoy doing as my final project, I would need input from this experienced community on design and features. If interested I could take design specifications and create a totally custom product (i.e vertical fore grip, mounting brackets/bases, etc, etc..). The questions that remain are:

1.) Would this be a worthwhile venture, with an already crowded AR-15 aftermarket?

2.) Is there a particular piece of equipment that needs remodeling/redesigning either for personal preference or functionality?

3.) Would PS.com members be willing to send design input?

4.) If successful, would QP's be interested in field testing?

Thank you for your time,
LD

ld08 · 01-27-2010, 21:51

The Reaper,

In somewhat loose relation to gun discussion, it was my intent to get picture examples of gun accessories that are currently in use, by the QP community, and receive input to how that particular item could be made better ( in terms of ergonomics, weight, reliability, durability, etc..). I apologize for not explaining myself intentions clearly and ultimately my non sequitur post. If my previous post needs to be retracted I will create a new thread as not to take this one further off course.

LD

**Razor** · 01-27-2010, 23:38

You're welcome.

ld08 · 01-28-2010, 05:17

Thank you Razor

**The Reaper** · 01-28-2010, 18:08

I cannot think of too many AR accessories that I want and cannot already find in a catalogue.

The only ones I am really missing either cost too much or are illegal.

TR

ld08 · 01-28-2010, 19:50

This is what I thought originally. A friend had asked me to design a mounting bracket for her AR, because she couldn't find one that she liked. Realizing that there are plenty of accessories out there for the AR, I wanted to produce a totally custom piece with professional input/experience going into the product; Not something that a engineer in a cubicle thought would work.

I still enjoying designing parts, so if you guys are interested in a design that has been floating in your mind, send me the dimensions and I can build it a CAD/CAM program and send the screen shots.

TR, thank you for the advice, unfortunately, my thoughts on the future of this venture were correct.