Scope With Three-Axis Adjustable Arrow Rest and Dual Bubble Levels

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing scopes for hunting lack a three-axis adjustable arrow rest that provides optimal null point support for arrows, and there is a need for scopes with internal and external levels for accurate level sighting.

Innovation Solution

A three-axis adjustable arrow rest is designed with a front bracket, bow mounting bracket, guide rods, linear carriage, lateral carriage, and arrow support frame, allowing for three-axis adjustment and integration with a bubble level for precise leveling, which can be mounted to a crossbow and viewed through a scope.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Measurement precision

If a scope is equipped with both internal and external bubble levels for level sighting, then the measurement precision and alignment accuracy are improved, but the device complexity and manufacturing cost increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvelevel sighting accuracyVSAvoidscope structure complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The level sighting system is divided into two independent components: an internal bubble level integrated within the scope body and an external bubble level mounted on the scope exterior. This segmentation allows each level to serve specific functions independently, providing comprehensive alignment capability while maintaining modular design that manages complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The scope is designed to accommodate multiple functions through the dual-level system: the internal level provides baseline alignment, while the external level offers additional reference planes. This multi-functionality enables the scope to handle various sighting requirements without requiring separate devices, improving measurement precision across different scenarios.

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

2Manufacturing precision

If a three-axis adjustable arrow rest is integrated with the scope, then the adaptability and adjustment precision are improved, but the device complexity and ease of operation worsen

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvearrow support adjustment precisionVSAvoidarrow rest mechanism complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The arrow rest is designed with three independent adjustment axes that allow dynamic positioning in multiple directions. Each axis provides adjustable support points that can be independently modified, enabling precise adaptation to different arrow types and shooting requirements while maintaining a modular structure that manages complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The arrow rest incorporates three-dimensional adjustment capability with vertical, lateral, and angular axes. This multi-dimensional adjustment system provides comprehensive control over arrow support positioning, enhancing manufacturing precision by allowing fine-tuned alignment in all spatial dimensions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

3Reliability

If multiple adjustment mechanisms with locking mechanisms are incorporated, then the reliability and adjustment precision are improved, but the ease of operation and device complexity worsen

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveadjustment locking reliabilityVSAvoidadjustment operation simplicity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The adjustment mechanisms incorporate self-locking features that automatically secure the arrow rest position once adjusted. The locking mechanisms are designed to engage automatically through the adjustment motion itself, providing reliable position fixation without requiring separate manual locking operations, thus maintaining ease of operation while ensuring reliability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

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 solution provides optimal arrow support and enables accurate level sighting, ensuring the crossbow is aligned with the horizon, enhancing hunting precision.

Implementation Method 1

integration with a bubble level for precise leveling, which can be mounted to a crossbow and viewed through a scope

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectBubble level: Spirit Level

Data Source

PatentUS10837738B1Scope with internal and external levels
Publication Date: 2020.11.17 HUANG DORGE O
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AI summary

A three axis adjustable arrow rest preferably includes a front bracket, a bow mounting bracket, a pair of guide rods, a linear carriage, a lateral carriage and an arrow support frame. One end of the pair of guide rods are retained in the front bracket. The linear carriage is adjustably retained on the pair of guide rods. An opposing end of the pair of guide rods are retained by the bow mounting bracket. The lateral carriage is adjustable retained by the linear carriage. A vertical stem is adjustably retained in the lateral carriage. The arrow support frame is attached to a top of the vertical stem. The arrow support frame supports an arrow shaft. A bubble level may be included as an integral portion of a scope. A bubble level cap may be retained on end of the scope.