Scope Leveling Indicator for Firearm Mount Alignment

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Solution Overview

Problem

Incorrect mounting and leveling of scopes on firearms result in inaccurate projectile trajectories, as the scope must align vertically with the rifle's bore axis to ensure precise aiming, and existing methods are complex and require external tools.

Innovation Solution

Integration of a leveling indicator, such as a laser-engraved line or graphic, on the scope that aligns with the firearm's mount to ensure proper leveling without additional tools, allowing users to verify and secure the scope's level position relative to the firearm.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If traditional scope mounting methods are used, then the scope can be mounted on the firearm, but the mounting process is complex and requires external leveling tools

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvescope mounting processVSAvoidmounting process complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The leveling indicator is integrated directly into the scope body, merging the leveling function with the scope itself. This eliminates the need for separate external leveling tools and simplifies the mounting process by providing built-in leveling capability.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The scope performs its own leveling function through the integrated indicator, making the system self-sufficient. The shooter can independently verify scope levelness without requiring external tools or assistance during the mounting process.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

2Ease of manufacture

If traditional scope mounting methods are used, then the scope can be installed, but external leveling tools are required

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvemounting processVSAvoidnumber of tools required

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of manufactureVSQuantity of substance

Solution Approach 1:

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The leveling function is extracted from external tools and embedded directly into the scope. This removes the dependency on separate leveling devices and consolidates all necessary functions within the scope assembly.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #2Taking out (Extraction)

3Productivity

If the scope is not properly leveled, then mounting is faster, but the projectile trajectory becomes inaccurate

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvemounting speedVSAvoidscope leveling accuracy

Core Design Contradiction:

ProductivityVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces complex mechanical leveling procedures with a simple visual indicator system. The laser-engraved or etched indicator provides an intuitive visual reference that allows rapid verification of scope levelness without requiring complex mechanical tools or procedures.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

Solution Approach 2:

The leveling indicator utilizes visual contrast (such as laser engraving or etching that creates visible differences in the scope surface) to indicate proper leveling. This visual feedback mechanism allows for quick and accurate verification of scope alignment during mounting.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #32Color changes

Data Source

PatentUS10443980B2System for scope leveling

Publication Date: 2019.10.15 JAPAN OPTICS USA LLC

AI summary

A system and method for scope leveling. The scope has a scope body. The scope body has a leveling indicator. In one example, the leveling indicator is an engraved line which extends longitudinally along the length of the scope. The scope is manipulated such that the leveling indicator is properly aligned relative to a mount. The system and method results in a level scope which reduces canted angles and increases accuracy.