Firearm Optical Sight Reticle with Graduated Marks for Calculation-Free Targeting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current firearm optical sights with reticles do not provide adequate calculation-free targeting information for horizontal and vertical ranging and bullet drop compensation, particularly in military and law enforcement scenarios, and are not universally compatible with different firearm and ammo combinations.
Innovation Solution
A reticle design for firearm optical sights that includes graduated marks for angular measurement, providing point of origin aiming marks, horizontal and vertical ranging marks, and moving target auto ranging marks, allowing for exact firing and bullet drop compensation at various distances without mathematical calculations, and is compatible with multiple firearm and ammo combinations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of information
If traditional MRAD or MOA reticles are used, then the reticle structure is simple and easy to manufacture, but calculation-free targeting information for horizontal and vertical ranging and bullet drop compensation is not provided
Solution Approach 1:
The reticle is divided into multiple functional zones with different mark configurations. Each zone provides specific targeting information for particular ranges or target types, allowing complex functionality to be organized into manageable segments that maintain manufacturing feasibility
Solution Approach 2:
The reticle incorporates multiple types of marks (horizontal ranging marks, vertical bullet drop compensation marks, moving target lead marks) that serve different functions simultaneously. This multi-functionality provides comprehensive targeting information without requiring multiple separate reticles or complex electronic systems
2Measurement precision
If specialized reticles for specific firearm/ammo combinations are used, then exact firing solutions are provided for those combinations, but compatibility with different firearm and ammo combinations is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The reticle includes adjustable parameters such as zero range selection and bullet velocity compensation that can be configured for different firearm and ammunition combinations. This allows the same reticle structure to adapt to various ballistic parameters while maintaining precise firing solutions
Solution Approach 2:
The reticle incorporates dynamic adjustment capabilities where shooters can modify reticle settings based on the specific firearm and ammo combination being used. This dynamic adaptability enables a single reticle design to serve multiple platforms while maintaining accuracy for each configuration
3Measurement precision
If reticles requiring mathematical calculations are used, then precise targeting information is available, but rapid target acquisition is hindered in combat scenarios
Solution Approach 1:
The reticle pre-calculates and displays targeting information in the form of pre-marked holdover points and ranging references. Shooters can directly use these pre-prepared marks without performing calculations during the shooting event, enabling rapid target acquisition while maintaining precision
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AI summary
The present disclosure is directed to a reticle for an optical sight of a projectile launching device. A reticle of the present disclosure is graduated in angular measurement and operationally configured as an exact firing solution using ballistic data and operationally configured for target auto ranging, bullet drop compensation and target auto leading at one or more incremental distances. A reticle of the present disclosure is also operationally configured for use with one or more firearm/ammo combinations zeroed at one or more distances.