Optical Sight Integrated Bubble Level Alignment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing optical sights require users to focus on the sight or leveling device, making it easy to shift off level when focusing on the target, leading to accuracy and precision issues in applications like archery and other ranged activities.
Innovation Solution
An optical sight design utilizing induced alignment, occlusive geometry, and human visual perception principles, featuring a reference housing and an eclipsed item that provides an inherently clear target picture when level and on target, with feedback for corrective action, and the ability to be retrofitted to existing devices.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If a traditional bubble level attachment is used with an optical sight, then the archer can physically aim and square the bow, but the user must shift focus between the sight and the target, making it easy to lose level alignment
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the bubble level attachment with the optical sight housing into a single integrated unit. The bubble level is mounted within the sight housing itself, allowing the user to view both the target through the optical sight and the level indication simultaneously through the same optical path, eliminating the need to shift focus between separate devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary optical system that allows the user to view the bubble level indication through the same optical path as the target. This intermediary mechanism translates the level indication into the optical path, enabling simultaneous observation of both the target and alignment status without breaking focus.
2Measurement precision
If the user focuses on the sight to check alignment, then alignment can be verified, but the target becomes out of focus and the user may shift off level without realizing it
Solution Approach 1:
By combining the level indication system with the optical sight into a single integrated viewing path, the user can continuously monitor alignment status while keeping the target in focus. The level indication and target image are superimposed or presented simultaneously through the same optical path, eliminating the need to refocus.
Solution Approach 2:
The integrated design enables continuous monitoring of alignment status without interrupting the aiming process. The user maintains continuous focus on the target while simultaneously observing the level indication, ensuring uninterrupted alignment verification and immediate detection of any deviation.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a separate bubble level is used, then leveling function is provided, but the device complexity increases and requires additional mounting components
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates the bubble level attachment directly into the sight housing structure, eliminating the need for separate mounting brackets, adapters, or additional components. The level is mounted within the existing housing, sharing the same structural support and mounting points, thereby reducing overall device complexity while maintaining full leveling functionality.
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 user accuracy and precision by providing an intuitive, clear indication of proper alignment, even in low-light conditions, allowing for immediate corrective action to maintain the desired angle with respect to a plane.
Implementation Method 1
Human visual perception. The human eye is famously sensitive to motion under even poor lighting conditions. When used properly, the optical sight of the present invention provides an inherently clear target picture when the sight is level and on target, and provides an instantly accessible indication and comprehensible feedback for corrective action when desired conditions are not met.
Implementation Method 2
Induced alignment. As described herein, when the eclipsed item is occluded, indicating proper alignment, an inherently obvious sight picture is presented to the user. Alignment is induced by a constant or quasi-constant force or phenomena (ae). In the sample, this force is gravity, but may be any capable force such as electromagnetic, phototropic, or the like.
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AI summary
An optical sight having a reference housing having a reference housing aperture formed therein; at least one reference point positioned within the reference housing aperture; an eclipsed ring having an eclipsed ring aperture formed therein; wherein the eclipsed ring includes a pivot aperture formed therein, wherein the eclipsed ring is pivotably coupled, via a pivot pin extending through the pivot aperture, to the reference housing such that the eclipsed ring may pivot relative to the reference housing and such that the eclipsed ring naturally pivots to a predetermined position, and wherein the eclipsed ring is pivotably coupled such that a first side surface of the eclipsed ring faces generally towards a second side surface of the reference housing; and at least one surface preparation on the first side surface of the eclipsed ring, wherein the surface preparation is visually distinguishable from a surface of the reference housing aperture.