Archery Sight with Correlated Distance Markers
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Solution Overview
Problem
Modern archery equipment variability makes it challenging for archers to accurately determine distances without complex and costly electronic systems, which can be unreliable and require additional apparatus and expertise, especially for younger or less frequent archers.
Innovation Solution
An archery sight with uniquely colored pins and corresponding distance markers, allowing archers to preset and easily identify the correct pins and markers for specific distances without additional equipment, using durable and cost-effective materials.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If a laser range finder and computer-controlled sight are used to automatically select sighting pins, then distance measurement precision and automation are improved, but device complexity, cost, and reliability worsen due to additional electronics and batteries
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the distance measurement function from complex electronic systems and implements it through simple, passive distance markers placed in the environment. The archer visually identifies the nearest marker and selects the corresponding pin based on visual correlation between marker colors/shapes and pin characteristics, eliminating the need for lasers, computers, and batteries while maintaining distance measurement capability
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses inexpensive, simple distance markers (such as colored stones, flags, or painted rocks) that can be easily replaced or repositioned if needed. These markers cost fraction of electronic range finders and require no maintenance, power sources, or complex calibration, making them accessible to archers of all skill levels and budgets
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple discrete sighting pins with unique characteristics are used to cover various distances, then adaptability to different distances is improved, but ease of operation worsens due to confusion about which pin to select
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements visual feedback by placing distance markers in the environment that directly correspond to the sighting pins. Each marker's color, shape, or position provides immediate visual confirmation of the correct pin selection. For example, a green marker at a specific distance correlates with a green-tipped pin, creating an intuitive feedback loop that eliminates confusion and speeds up target acquisition
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses color coding as the primary correlation mechanism between distance markers and sighting pins. Each pin type (for different distances) has a unique color or color pattern, and corresponding distance markers use matching colors. This visual coding system allows archers to quickly identify the correct pin without memorization or complex judgment, reducing selection time and errors
Data Source
AI summary
A hunting sight has a plurality of pins that each have a head having a unique characteristic such as a color or shape. Each pin head is sighted for a particular discrete distance from the sight to a target. A plurality of markers are anchored in arcs at discrete predetermined radial distances from a hunting location such as a hunting stand or hunting blind. Each of the markers have a characteristic such as a color or shape that matches the unique characteristic of the pin head that corresponds to the distance between the sight and marker. A method of correlating the archery sight with distance indicators, and of using the archery sight with correlated distance indicators, is also disclosed.