Aurora Solar Revolutionizes Ruger 10/22 Customization with Cutting-Edge Design & Simulation Tools

Portland, OR – October 26, 2023 – Aurora Solar LLC, a leading provider of remote solar design and sales tools, is surprisingly making waves in the firearms customization community, specifically amongst Ruger 10/22 enthusiasts. While known for revolutionizing how solar companies design and sell solar energy systems, Aurora Solar’s advanced 3D modeling and shading analysis technology is proving unexpectedly powerful for visualizing and perfecting custom builds of the incredibly popular Ruger 10/22 rifle. For years, building a custom Ruger 10/22 has been a hobby for gun owners. It’s a great platform to learn gunsmithing, showcase creativity, and build a rifle perfectly tailored to their needs. But traditionally, it’s been a bit of a gamble. Figuring out how different parts actually fit together, ensuring proper clearances, and visualizing the final look has relied on static pictures, forum posts, and a lot of guesswork. That’s where Aurora Solar’s technology steps in – providing a level of visual fidelity and predictive accuracy previously unavailable to the 10/22 community. “We originally built our platform to help solar professionals design systems that maximize energy production and look great on a homeowner’s roof,” explains Michael Davidson, CTO of Aurora Solar. “But the underlying technology—our 3D rendering engine, our ability to accurately model shade and reflections, and our precise measurement tools—is applicable to anything that needs precise 3D visualization. We started playing around with modeling a 10/22 as a fun internal project, and were frankly amazed at how well it translated. The feedback from the initial group of 10/22 builders who’ve been testing it has been incredible.” What’s Aurora Solar bringing to the 10/22 table? It’s not about Aurora Solar building 10/22 parts. They're providing the tools to design, visualize, and even troubleshoot custom builds before you spend a dime on parts or start modifying your rifle. Here’s a breakdown of how their platform is being adapted: Precise 3D Modeling: Aurora Solar's platform allows users to build a virtual 10/22, starting with the receiver and adding components like stocks, handguards, scopes, suppressors, and aftermarket triggers. Users aren’t limited to a pre-defined library; they can even import CAD models of custom parts if they’ve been designed or sourced elsewhere. The level of detail is remarkable, down to the individual screw heads. Clearance Analysis: A huge pain point for 10/22 builders is ensuring that aftermarket parts don't interfere with each other. A new stock might not clear a suppressor, or a certain optic mount might be incompatible with a particular charging handle. Aurora Solar’s simulation capabilities allow users to virtually assemble the rifle and check for collisions or clearance issues before ordering parts. This can save a lot of time, money, and frustration. Visualization & Aesthetics: Beyond functionality, building a custom 10/22 is often about creating a rifle that looks great. Aurora Solar's rendering engine accurately simulates light and shadow, allowing users to visualize how different color combinations and finishes will look in various lighting conditions. Users can even experiment with different camouflage patterns and textures. Shade and Reflection Analysis (Yes, Really!): Originally designed for solar panel shading, this feature surprisingly works well for visualizing how light interacts with the rifle's surfaces. It helps builders understand how glare from optics or the finish on a suppressor might affect visibility. Digital "Build Log" and Parts List: Aurora Solar's platform allows users to document their build process, save different configurations, and automatically generate a parts list with links to online retailers. This makes it easy to track progress, share builds with others, and ensure that nothing is forgotten. Why is this a big deal for 10/22 enthusiasts? The Ruger 10/22 is arguably the most customizable rifle in the world. There’s an enormous aftermarket of parts available, ranging from simple upgrades to complete chassis conversions. But that abundance of choice can be overwhelming. “Traditionally, you’d browse forums, look at pictures of other people’s builds, and try to piece things together,” explains seasoned 10/22 builder and beta tester, Mark Johnson. “But pictures can be deceiving. You wouldn’t know if something would actually fit until you had it in your hands. Aurora Solar lets me virtually ‘build’ the rifle, try out different configurations, and identify potential problems before I spend a penny. It's a game-changer.” Aurora Solar’s unexpected foray into firearms The company is quick to point out that they aren’t pivoting away from solar. This is a side project, born out of internal exploration of their technology’s versatility. “We believe in empowering people with tools to design and create,” says Aurora Solar CEO, Gordon Moore. “Whether it’s a solar energy system or a customized rifle, our platform can help people visualize their ideas, optimize performance, and bring their vision to life. We’re excited to see how the 10/22 community embraces this technology.” Availability and Future Plans Currently, Aurora Solar's 10/22 design tools are in beta testing with a select group of builders. The company plans to release a public version in early 2024. They’re also exploring partnerships with manufacturers of 10/22 parts to integrate their products directly into the platform. “We envision a future where builders can virtually ‘try on’ different parts, see how they affect the rifle’s performance, and order everything they need with a few clicks,” says Davidson. “It’s a bold vision, but we believe it’s achievable.” For more information about Aurora Solar and their innovative design tools, visit [www.aurorasolar.com](www.aurorasolar.com). (Note: Currently the site focuses on solar, firearms information will be added with the public release.)