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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing laser rangefinders lack functionality for locating and tracking multiple target objects, such as partners or golf holes, in outdoor scenarios, limiting their application in hunting and golf, and do not provide comprehensive real-time feedback on object location and status.

Innovation Solution

A ranging device equipped with a signal processor, laser ranging unit, display unit, and processing unit that processes signals with location information to determine target distances and display icons, track movement trajectories, and correct distances using GPS, Wi-Fi, or UWB technologies, while alerting on signal loss and dangerous terrain.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If traditional laser ranging methods are used to measure distance, then measurement capability is provided, but functionality for locating and tracking multiple target objects is lacking

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvefunctionality for locating and tracking target objectsVSAvoiddevice structure
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The ranging device is enhanced with multi-functionality by integrating signal processing capabilities, display units, and processing units that enable the device to perform both traditional laser ranging and new functions such as locating target objects, tracking movement trajectories, and providing real-time feedback. The device can simultaneously measure distance and locate multiple target objects with different types (e.g., partners, hounds, golf holes), making it universally applicable to various outdoor scenarios including hunting and golf.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Loss of information

If laser beams are emitted to measure distance, then ranging function is achieved, but real-time feedback on target object location and status is not provided

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvereal-time feedback informationVSAvoidsystem components
Core Design Contradiction:
Loss of informationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The invention implements feedback mechanisms by equipping the ranging device with display units that provide real-time visual feedback to users about target object locations, movement trajectories, and status information. The processing unit continuously receives signals from signal modules, calculates positions and distances, and updates the display to show current status of tracked objects, enabling users to monitor and control target objects in real-time during outdoor activities.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

3Loss of information

If simple distance measurement is performed, then operation is simple, but comprehensive understanding of application status is limited

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecomprehensive status informationVSAvoidoperation complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Loss of informationVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The invention segments the information about target objects into distinct visual elements displayed on the display unit. Different types of target objects (partners, hounds, golf holes) are represented by different icons or visual indicators. The system separately displays location information, movement trajectories, and status information for each tracked object, allowing users to comprehend comprehensive application status through organized, segmented visual feedback without overwhelming operational complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

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 the accuracy of distance measurement by correcting estimated distances and providing real-time tracking and alerts, enabling better control over target objects in outdoor environments.

Implementation Method 1

The most commonly used method at present is the time measurement method, which is to measure the time of laser round trip (Time of Flight, ToF). The principle of ToF is to use an aiming device or a rangefinder to emit coded laser light from a pulsed infrared light source to the target.

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectTime of Flight: Time of Flight

Implementation Method 2

the signal processor wirelessly receives the first signal transmitted by the first signal module corresponding to a first target object, wherein the technology for receiving or transmitting the first signal is Bluetooth technology or Wi-Fi technology

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic signal reception: Electromagnetic Induction

Data Source

PatentUS20250271563A1Methods of locating a target object in a ranging device, and ranging devices thereof
Publication Date: 2025.08.28 ASIA OPTICAL CO INC
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AI summary

Methods of locating a target object in a ranging device and the ranging devices thereof are provided. First, a signal processor is used to process a first signal of a first signal module corresponding to a first target object, where the first signal at least includes location information. Then, a first target distance corresponding to the first target object is determined based on a device location of the ranging device and the location information in the first signal. After that, a laser ranging unit is used to perform a ranging operation on the first target object to obtain a first laser ranging result, and a display unit is used to display a first icon corresponding to the first target object according to the first target distance or the first laser ranging result.