Videos tagged with AK-50 Prototype

This guide details the process of test firing and troubleshooting the AK-50 prototype, as demonstrated by lead designer Brandon Herrera. It covers initial setup, identifying and addressing cycling failures, component breakages due to extreme pressure, and the iterative process of adjusting the gas system and cam groove geometry to achieve reliable multi-round cycling. The insights gained from these failures are crucial for developing a production-ready version.

This guide details the construction and testing of the AK-50 prototype, a .50 BMG rifle developed by Brandon Herrera. It highlights the use of advanced manufacturing techniques like SolidWorks CAD and Haas CNC machining, alongside critical gunsmithing collaboration and rigorous testing to achieve a functional proof-of-concept. The process emphasizes engineering problem-solving to overcome challenges such as ejection issues.