Optical Accessory Projection System for Concurrent Target and Data Viewing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Users of optical accessories like magnifying scopes and laser rangefinders need to frequently switch between viewing a target scene and accessing external environmental information, such as temperature or distance, which can result in missing the target opportunity.
Innovation Solution
An apparatus that attaches to optical devices, incorporating a housing with a display reflection system and collimating lens to project environmental information directly onto the target scene, allowing concurrent viewing of both the target and external data.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of information
If users frequently switch between viewing the target scene and accessing external environmental information, then they can obtain comprehensive information, but they may miss the target opportunity
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the environmental information display with the optical device's eyepiece view. The display system projects environmental data (temperature, humidity, distance, etc.) directly into the optical path, allowing users to view both the target scene and environmental information simultaneously through the same eyepiece, eliminating the need to switch between devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a display system as an intermediary component that receives environmental data from external sensors and projects it into the optical device's view. This intermediary system acts as a bridge between the external environmental sensors and the user's eye, allowing concurrent viewing without direct interaction with separate measuring devices.
2Ease of operation
If environmental information is projected into the optical device, then users can view both target and data concurrently, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent designs the projection system to be universally adaptable to multiple optical devices of varying sizes. The housing is configured with adjustable components and standardized mounting interfaces that allow the same display system to be installed on different scopes and optical devices, reducing overall system complexity through standardization.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent incorporates adjustable and configurable elements in the projection system, such as adjustable focus mechanisms and configurable display parameters, allowing the system to adapt to different optical devices and user preferences without requiring complete redesign for each application.
3Reliability
If the projection system is designed for specific scope sizes, then it achieves optimal performance, but it reduces adaptability to different scopes
Solution Approach 1:
The patent designs the housing and mounting system with universal compatibility features, including adjustable rails and configurable optical paths that can accommodate different scope sizes and types. The system maintains optimal projection quality across various platforms through adjustable focus and alignment mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent divides the projection system into modular components that can be independently adjusted and configured. The housing, display system, and optical elements are segmented to allow flexible assembly and adaptation to different optical devices while maintaining consistent performance standards.
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
Enables users to view environmental information alongside the target scene without needing to remove their eye from the optical device, enhancing usability and adaptability across various scope sizes.
Implementation Method 1
at least one collimating lens configured to collimate the generated image to theoretical infinity
Implementation Method 2
a display reflection system configured to reflect the collimated image along an optical axis of an optical device
Data Source
AI summary
An apparatus is provided which may be selectively used in a variety of different ways. In one example the apparatus may be attached to one or more preexisting optical accessories to allow a user to view external environmental information concurrently when looking through the ocular lens of an optical device. Advantageously, such an implementation may permit a user to effectively obtain environmental data without moving away from an optical device. In another example, an optical system may be used to selectively attach an external device to an optical device to transmit environmental data recorded by the external device in order to superimpose an image through an ocular lens to be displayed concurrently with a target scene.