Integrated Bow Riser Leveling for Precise Sight Tuning
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Solution Overview
Problem
Archery bows, particularly compound bows, require frequent adjustment and tuning of bow strings and accessories, necessitating precise alignment and installation, which is challenging without maintaining a level orientation.
Innovation Solution
Integration of level devices into archery bow risers and bow sight devices, allowing for precise leveling in multiple directions to facilitate accurate tuning and accessory installation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If traditional archery bows are used without integrated level devices, then the bow structure remains simple and lightweight, but precise alignment and leveling during tuning and accessory installation become difficult and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The level devices are integrated directly into the bow sight device and bow riser structures, merging the leveling function with the existing bow components. This eliminates the need for separate external leveling tools while providing precise alignment capability during tuning and accessory installation
Solution Approach 2:
Bubble level indicators serve as intermediary elements that provide visual feedback for alignment status. These level indicators are embedded in the bow sight device mounting bracket and bow riser, acting as mediators between the mechanical structure and the user's alignment judgment
2Productivity
If manual leveling methods are used without integrated level devices, then the bow accessory structure remains simple, but the time required for tuning and accessory installation increases
Solution Approach 1:
The level devices are pre-integrated into the bow sight device and bow riser during manufacturing, so that leveling capability is already prepared and available when tuning or installing accessories. This eliminates the need to set up external leveling equipment at the time of use
Solution Approach 2:
The bow sight device and bow riser are designed to be self-leveling through integrated bubble level indicators, allowing the user to independently perform accurate leveling without requiring external tools or assistance from specialized equipment
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables efficient and precise tuning and installation of archery bow accessories by ensuring the bow riser and sight housing are level in multiple axes, enhancing arrow flight precision and accuracy.
Implementation Method 1
The first level device is configured to enable a user to level the bow riser in a first direction
Implementation Method 2
The second level device is configured to enable a user to level the bow riser and the sight housing in a second direction which is orthogonal to the first direction
Data Source
AI summary
Archery bow risers and bow accessories are provided which comprise integrated level devices for use in, e.g., tuning and installing accessories on archery bows such as compound bows. For example, a bow sight device comprises a mounting bracket configured for attachment to a bow riser, and a sight housing adjustably connected to the mounting bracket. The mounting bracket comprises a first level device and a second level device. The first level device is configured to enable a user to level the bow riser in a first direction, when the bow sight device is attached to the bow riser. The second level device is configured to enable a user to level the bow riser and the sight housing in a second direction which is orthogonal to the first direction, when the bow sight device is attached to the bow riser.