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John M. Browning

An inventor known as the Wizard of All Modern Firearms, designer of famous weapons like the Colt M1911.

Colt M1911 .45 caliber pistol

A semi-automatic pistol designed by John Browning, still widely used today.

Browning Automatic Rifle (BAR)

A light machine gun designed by John Browning, known for its use in World War I and later conflicts.

M2 .50 caliber machine gun

A heavy machine gun design by John Browning, known for its durability and effectiveness.

Trigger Guard

A safety feature that prevents accidental pulling of the trigger.

Ejection Port

Part of a firearm that releases the empty cartridge case after firing.

Muzzle

The tip of the barrel where the gunshot sound is heard.

Ammunition

Also known as a cartridge, it is a complete unfired unit used in firearms.

Bullet (Projectile)

A metallic or non-metallic object propelled by burning gunpowder.

Internal Ballistics

Study of projectile motion inside the firearm from the moment of ignition until exit from the barrel.

External Ballistics

Study of projectile motion in the air after leaving the barrel until it reaches the target.

Terminal Ballistics

Study of the effect of a projectile upon impact with the target.

Curvilinear Motion

Curved trajectory movement of a bullet over long distances resulting from gravity and air resistance.