Impact Triggered Dynamic Target System with Rolling Track
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing target shooting systems lack dynamic and realistic training scenarios due to the complexity and cost of dynamic target systems, which often provide limited target movement.
Innovation Solution
An impact-triggered dynamic target system comprising a target body, a target release assembly with a primary and secondary target disc configuration, and a rolling track that allows secondary target discs to roll away after impact, enabling dynamic target movement and realistic shooting practice.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If complex mechanical systems are used to create dynamic target movement, then target movement capability is improved, but device complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The target system is divided into multiple independent target discs (primary target disc and secondary target discs) that can move separately. Each disc is a simple component that slides along the target holder, avoiding the need for complex mechanical systems while achieving multiple movement patterns and enhancing training versatility.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple target discs are added to enhance dynamic movement, then target movement realism is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The secondary target discs are nested behind the primary target disc along the same horizontal axis. When the primary target disc is struck and moves forward, it sequentially pushes the secondary target discs in a domino effect. This nested arrangement achieves complex multi-stage dynamic movement while maintaining a compact and simple overall structure.
3Adaptability or versatility
If target discs are made to roll away after impact to simulate real-world scenarios, then training realism is improved, but ease of operation and setup difficulty increase
Solution Approach 1:
The target discs are designed to transition from a static held position to dynamic rolling motion automatically upon impact. The rolling track provides a guided path that converts the forward push from impact into natural rolling motion, eliminating the need for complex release mechanisms or manual intervention while achieving realistic moving target training.
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
The system provides a cost-effective and practical means to simulate real-world scenarios by allowing secondary target discs to roll away, enhancing training realism and shooter engagement.
Implementation Method 1
the rear disc enters an entry region without vertical support from the target holder, such that the rear disc falls down into the rolling track
Data Source
AI summary
An impact triggered dynamic target system includes, a target body with legs that can be ground spikes; a target release assembly, including a target holder including first and second holder pegs; a primary target assembly, including a primary target disc, a secondary target pusher including first and second secondary target pushers, and first and second target sliders slidably mounted on the first and second holder pegs, and a plurality of secondary target discs; a rolling track with a rolling surface and first and second side rails; and a projectile receptacle, such that a practice shooter shoots that the primary target disc, which releases a secondary target disc, which rolls down the rolling track and off the impact triggered dynamic target system, such that the practice shooter can shoot at the rear disc, while the rear disc is rolling on an adjacent ground surface.