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June 2017 Q&A - Part 3 of 3

InRangeTV
Published on June 24, 2017
Category: Training & Techniques
Duration: 54:37

The discussion explores advanced firearm concepts like hyperburst and counter-recoil systems, primarily developed to increase hit probability for less skilled shooters by dramatically increasing rate of fire or using specialized ammunition like duplex rounds. These systems, while interesting, face legal hurdles in the US due to machine gun classifications and practical limitations in accuracy at longer ranges. The AN-94 and AEK-971 are cited as examples of counter-recoil systems designed to mitigate recoil for faster follow-up shots.

Tags

Hyperburst
Counter Recoil
Duplex Ammunition
Volley Fire
AN-94
AEK-971
Rate of Fire
Recoil Impulse
Military Rifles
Firearm Technology

Quick Summary

Hyperburst and counter-recoil firearm systems aim to boost hit probability for less skilled shooters by increasing rate of fire or using duplex ammunition. Examples like the AN-94 and AEK-971 showcase these technologies, though they face US legal restrictions and practical accuracy limitations at longer ranges.

Chapters

  1. 00:04Introduction to Invasion Rifles vs. Handguns
  2. 00:10Flaws in Rifles and Handguns
  3. 00:31Statistics on Handgun Cartridges and Survival Rates
  4. 00:53Handguns as Defense Tools vs. Carrying Limitations
  5. 01:08Predicting Future Technological Changes in Firearms
  6. 01:21Sarcasm Flag: Future of Handgun Obsoletion
  7. 02:01Red Dots on Pistols as a Significant Development
  8. 02:43Question on Hyperburst and Counter Recoil Concepts
  9. 03:03Legal Issues with Hyperburst and Counter Recoil in the US
  10. 03:36Historical Context of Hyperburst and Duplex Rounds
  11. 04:49Explanation of Duplex Ammunition
  12. 05:10Multiple Variable Silent Firing and High Rate of Fire Bursts
  13. 05:48Problems with Duplex Rounds: Sabots and Health Concerns
  14. 06:08Purpose of Hyperburst and Counter Recoil: Band-Aid for Marksmanship
  15. 06:21Viability of Hyperburst/Counter Recoil in Civilian Market
  16. 06:38Legality of Two Rounds Firing Simultaneously
  17. 07:08Accuracy Limitations of Hyperburst Systems
  18. 07:31Comparison to Submachine Guns and Hit Probability
  19. 08:32Counter Recoil Mounts: Two-Round Bursts
  20. 08:50Selector Switch: Semi-Auto, Full Auto, and Burst Modes
  21. 09:02Legal Issues with Multiple Shots from the Same Barrel
  22. 09:33AN-94: Gas and Recoil Operated System
  23. 09:43AEK-971: Counter-Problem and Feed System
  24. 10:07Limitations of Counter-Recoil Systems
  25. 10:27NFA Regulations and Civilian Design Challenges
  26. 10:53Making Guns Simple and Durable for Military Viability
  27. 11:03Special Forces Use of Complex Weapon Systems
  28. 11:38Transition to Modern Infantry Rifle Operation Mechanisms
  29. 11:50Gas Piston Systems vs. Direct Impingement
  30. 12:06Short-Stroke Gas Piston Systems in Modern Rifles
  31. 12:16Preference for Direct Impingement Systems
  32. 12:38Direct Impingement as an Excellent System
  33. 12:55Heat Generation in Piston vs. Direct Impingement Systems
  34. 13:13Adjustable Gas Systems
  35. 13:30AR Bolt Carrier as a Piston System
  36. 13:54Development of New Rifles Since the AR-15
  37. 14:12Delayed Blowback System (FAMAS)
  38. 14:20HK416 and SCAR Development
  39. 14:41AR-15's Reliability and Incremental Improvements
  40. 14:51Reasons for SCAR and HK416 Design Choices
  41. 15:12AR-15's Enduring Success
  42. 15:32Piston Conversions for AR-15s
  43. 15:50FAMAS: Delayed Blowback System
  44. 16:00Resilience of Delayed Blowback Systems
  45. 16:16Fixed Barrel for Accuracy
  46. 16:44Lock System vs. Delayed Blowback
  47. 17:00Multi-Locking Block AR System
  48. 17:11Rotating Bolt Lock Systems
  49. 17:17SCAR and HK416 Bolt Derivatives
  50. 17:39Bolt System in HK416 and SCAR
  51. 17:54Multi-Lock Rotating Bolt Locks in AR-15
  52. 18:01Delayed Blowback Accuracy Limitations
  53. 18:12G3 and its Performance
  54. 18:16AR or Rotating Bolt Multi-Level Locking Bolt
  55. 18:33Fixed Magnification Optics for Combat Troops
  56. 18:44Trigicon ACOG and Marine Corps Issue
  57. 19:102.5x Primary Arms Optic vs. 4x
  58. 19:18Fixed Magnification Optics: Trade-offs
  59. 19:38Close-Range Disadvantage of Fixed Magnification
  60. 19:48M27 IAR with Piggyback RMR
  61. 20:01Disadvantage of 1x Optic Inside 100 Yards
  62. 20:102.5x Optic in Combat Scenarios
  63. 20:27Backup Sights for Fixed Optics
  64. 20:32Variable Optics Recommendation
  65. 20:36Primary Arms Optic: Neither Fish nor Fowl
  66. 20:44Personal Disdain for the Bindon Aiming Concept
  67. 21:17Bindon Concept Effectiveness and Limitations
  68. 21:31Focusing on the Dot vs. Target
  69. 22:0520/20 Vision and the Bindon Concept
  70. 22:17ACOG as a Close-Range Substitute
  71. 22:33Acceptability of Bindon Concept for Military Applications
  72. 22:48Rifle Camouflage in Recent Wars
  73. 22:52Allowing Soldiers to Camouflage Rifles
  74. 23:10Future of Rifle Coatings and Camouflage
  75. 23:28Ease of Application and Removal of Camouflage
  76. 23:43Dynamic Camouflage Needs
  77. 23:53Arctic, Desert, and Forest Camouflage
  78. 24:07Triple Threat Shotgun (Three Barrels)
  79. 24:25Reloading a Triple Threat Shotgun
  80. 25:14Cost of a Triple Threat Shotgun
  81. 26:05Downside of Triple Threat: Cost and Reloading
  82. 26:41Magazine-Fed Shotguns (Saiga)
  83. 27:04Bedded Becker 12 or Saiga
  84. 27:20Gas Setting for Slugs and Birdshot
  85. 27:37Ammunition Types for Defensive Shotguns
  86. 28:08World War II: Pacific vs. European Theater
  87. 28:41Psychological Impact of Pacific Theater Warfare
  88. 29:11German Warfare vs. Japanese Warfare
  89. 29:22Treatment of POWs: Germans vs. Japanese
  90. 29:56Bushido Code and Japanese Warfare
  91. 30:33Japanese Soldiers' Tactics (Suicide, etc.)
  92. 31:00R&R in Europe vs. Pacific
  93. 31:35Band of Brothers vs. The Pacific
  94. 32:01Horrors of the Pacific Theater
  95. 32:14Concentration Camps
  96. 33:05Psychological Scars of the Pacific
  97. 33:12WWII Rifle and Pistol Combination Choice
  98. 33:41Walther P38 and Beretta M1934
  99. 34:05M1 and M9/M10 Pistols
  100. 34:36Eastern Front of World War II
  101. 35:01Horrors of the Eastern Front
  102. 35:31Surrealism of Eastern Front Warfare
  103. 36:05Magnitude of Eastern Front Battles
  104. 36:26Geographical Scale of the Eastern Front
  105. 37:10Western Front vs. Eastern Front Comparison
  106. 37:31US Involvement in WWII
  107. 38:33Visiting Historical Battlefields (Polygon, Ypres)
  108. 39:12Experiencing Historical Sites in Arizona
  109. 40:08Opinion on 'Weapon Hunter' TV Show
  110. 40:41Suggestion for 'Weapon Hunter': The Singer
  111. 41:41Disdain for Mass Media Tactics
  112. 42:08Critique of 'Weapon Hunter' Host's Expertise
  113. 42:26Wallowing in Someone Else's Ignorance
  114. 42:43Showing Your Work in Content Creation
  115. 43:43Process of Research and Conclusion
  116. 44:08Emotional Detachment from Firearms Discussions
  117. 44:43False Premises in TV Shows
  118. 45:15Hunting Weapons for TV vs. Reality
  119. 45:40False Drama in Media
  120. 46:08Refusal to Promote Businesses on TV Shows
  121. 46:49Manufactured Malfunctions for TV Drama
  122. 47:48TV Show Production: Working Backwards
  123. 48:05Casting Choices and Dramatic Personalities
  124. 48:40NDAs and Industry Contact
  125. 49:11Hot Dogs, Horseshoes, and Hand Grenades (VR Game)
  126. 49:25VR Gun Simulators vs. Combat Simulators
  127. 50:36Onward VR: Combat Squad Simulator
  128. 51:04Handling Unique Gun Configurations in VR
  129. 51:29Last Question: Night Vision and Thermal Industry Series
  130. 51:54Soliciting Experts for Night Vision/Thermal Content
  131. 52:48Patreon Support and Podcast Availability
  132. 53:25Viewer Supported Endeavor: Patreon and YouTube
  133. 54:02Growing Facebook Base
  134. 54:26Sharing Content and Engaging with Friends

Frequently Asked Questions

What are hyperburst and counter-recoil firearm systems?

Hyperburst and counter-recoil systems are advanced firearm designs aimed at increasing hit probability, especially for less skilled shooters. They achieve this through dramatically increased rates of fire or specialized ammunition like duplex rounds, allowing more shots to be fired before the shooter feels the recoil impulse.

What are the legal challenges for hyperburst and counter-recoil firearms in the US?

In the United States, hyperburst and counter-recoil systems often face legal hurdles because their rapid firing capabilities can lead to them being classified as machine guns under federal law, making their civilian ownership highly restricted or prohibited.

What is duplex ammunition and its purpose?

Duplex ammunition contains two projectiles within a single cartridge case. The primary purpose is to increase the chance of hitting a target by delivering two projectiles with a single trigger pull, though this can sometimes negatively impact accuracy due to projectile interaction within the barrel.

Why are systems like the AN-94 and AEK-971 significant?

The AN-94 and AEK-971 are significant for their innovative operating mechanisms. The AN-94 uses a complex system for hyperburst fire, while the AEK-971 employs a counter-recoil system designed to mitigate recoil for improved controllability during sustained automatic fire.

What are the practical limitations of hyperburst and counter-recoil systems?

Despite their potential for increased hit probability at close ranges, these advanced systems often sacrifice pinpoint accuracy at longer distances. The mechanics and projectile interactions can make precise aiming difficult beyond certain ranges.

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