Disturbed Zero Weapon Sighting for High-Magnification Ballistic Hold
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current long-range targeting systems face limitations in speed versus accuracy and visible MILS at higher magnifications, particularly when integrating ballistic solvers and sensors with optical aiming components, leading to challenges in engaging distant targets effectively.
Innovation Solution
An advanced sighting system that integrates ballistic computation with optical aiming components, featuring a Disturbed Zero feature that adjusts the weapon's clear view optic to the ballistic solution provided by the FCS, allowing shooters to use high magnification without losing the firing solution, using a remote control, clear view optic with an etched reticle, and sensor for infrared wavelength detection.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If high magnification is used in optical aiming components, then target identification precision is improved, but visible MILS and firing solution visibility deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transitions from a two-dimensional reticle display to a three-dimensional holographic display, allowing the firing solution and MILS markings to be projected in multiple spatial dimensions. This enables the shooter to view detailed target information at high magnification while simultaneously seeing the firing solution overlaid in a different spatial plane, resolving the conflict between magnification and visibility.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a holographic display as an intermediary between the optical aiming component and the shooter's eye. This holographic intermediary projects the firing solution and MILS markings as three-dimensional images that can be viewed simultaneously with the target at high magnification, eliminating the need to choose between target detail and firing solution visibility.
2Measurement precision
If ballistic computation is integrated with optical aiming components, then targeting accuracy is improved, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the ballistic computation system with the optical aiming component into a single integrated unit. The ballistic solver, sensor array, and holographic display are combined in one system that automatically computes and displays the firing solution without requiring separate devices, thereby improving accuracy while managing complexity through consolidation.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates a universal integrated system that performs multiple functions: ballistic computation, sensor data processing, holographic display, and optical aiming. This multi-functional approach eliminates the need for separate devices and reduces overall system complexity by having one system handle all targeting operations.
3Loss of information
If Disturbed Zero feature is implemented, then firing solution visibility at high magnification is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a dynamic Disturbed Zero feature that automatically adjusts the holographic display based on real-time ballistic computations. The system dynamically reconfigures the firing solution projection according to changing shooting conditions, allowing the shooter to maintain visibility of the firing solution at any magnification level without manual intervention.
Solution Approach 2:
The Disturbed Zero feature operates autonomously by automatically computing ballistic solutions and adjusting the holographic display without requiring shooter input. The system self-adjusts the firing solution projection based on sensor data and ballistic parameters, reducing the burden on the shooter while maintaining firing solution visibility.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enhances the shooter's ability to engage targets accurately by maintaining visual contact and applying necessary elevation and windage adjustments digitally, optimizing precision and efficiency in extreme long-range shooting.
Implementation Method 1
sensor for various infrared wavelength detection
Data Source
AI summary
A weapon sighting system and method are provided for engaging distant targets with precision. The system includes an in-line or clip-on weapon sight integrated with a fire control system (FCS) that generates ballistic messages for Elevation (ELEV) HOLD and Windage (WIND) HOLD. A sensor capable of detecting various infrared wavelengths is included, allowing for periscopic or prism transforms based on the ballistic solution for a target. This disclosed system enables shooters to engage targets with high accuracy and precision at extreme ranges without losing sight of the firing solution when increasing magnification.