Bow Stabilizer Sensor Mount for 3D Shot Motion Feedback
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing archery bows lack effective monitoring systems to provide precise information on position and movement before, during, and after the shot, which can lead to inadequate technique improvement and identification of loose or damaged components.
Innovation Solution
A bow element with a stabilizer mounting facility, a tri-axial accelerometer, processor, transmitter, and indicator, which generates and transmits three-dimensional acceleration information to improve monitoring and provide real-time feedback on bow stability and performance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If a monitoring system is added to the archery bow, then measurement precision and information quality improve, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The monitoring system components (accelerometer, processor, transmitter, indicator) are integrated into a single bow element that attaches to the bow's stabilizer mounting facility. This merging of components into one unified unit reduces overall system complexity while maintaining measurement precision.
Solution Approach 2:
The bow element serves as an intermediary device between the bow and the monitoring system. By attaching to the existing stabilizer mounting facility rather than modifying the bow structure, it provides precise measurement without adding complexity to the bow itself.
2Loss of information
If three-dimensional acceleration information is collected and transmitted, then loss of information is reduced, but use of energy increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system collects and transmits acceleration information in periodic packets during specific phases (before, during, and after the shot) rather than continuously. This periodic transmission reduces energy consumption while maintaining complete information about bow movements.
Solution Approach 2:
The system automatically detects shot events and triggers information transmission based on acceleration patterns, eliminating the need for manual activation. The processor autonomously determines when to collect and transmit data, optimizing energy usage while ensuring complete information capture.
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
Enhances accuracy and repeatability of archery shots by providing detailed feedback on bow movements and equipment fitness, aiding archers in technique adjustments and equipment tuning.
Implementation Method 1
The body includes an accelerometer. The processor is connected to the accelerometer. The processor is configured to receive three-dimensional acceleration information from the accelerometer.
Data Source
AI summary
An archery bow comprises a stabilizer mounting facility. A bow element for the archery bow comprises a body. The body comprises a first mounting facility. The first mounting facility is configured for connection to the stabilizer mounting facility. The body comprises a second mounting facility. The second mounting facility is configured for connection to a bow stabilizer. The body includes an accelerometer. The bow element comprises a processor. The processor is connected to the accelerometer. The processor is configured to receive three-dimensional acceleration information from the accelerometer. The processor is operable to generate sampled information based on the three-dimensional acceleration information. The bow element comprises a transmitter. The transmitter is connected to the processor. The transmitter is operable to transmit the sampled information.