Smart Aiming Device Zeroing with Automated Bullet-Impact Imaging
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing firearm zeroing processes require manual calculations and additional measurement tools, which are inefficient and prone to errors due to poor technique and firing mistakes.
Innovation Solution
A smart aiming device with an integrated image sensor and processor automates the zeroing process by calculating and executing adjustments without external equipment, incorporating a fire control system to minimize errant shots and enhance accuracy.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If manual calculations and additional measurement tools are used for zeroing, then the zeroing process can be performed, but the process becomes inefficient and prone to errors
Solution Approach 1:
The aiming device performs zeroing autonomously by capturing images of bullet impacts with its own image sensor, automatically calculating the weighted center of the shot group, and determining reticle adjustments without requiring external measurement tools or manual calculations by the user
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces manual mechanical measurement and calculation processes with an automated digital system that uses an image sensor to capture bullet impact locations, a processor to calculate the weighted center coordinates, and an algorithm to determine the required reticle adjustment based on the deviation from the intended target point
2Device complexity
If manual zeroing process is used, then external measurement tools can be avoided, but the process requires additional equipment and manual calculations
Solution Approach 1:
The aiming device integrates multiple functions into a single system: it serves as both the aiming reticle display device and the measurement instrument by incorporating an image sensor that can capture images of the target and bullet impacts, eliminating the need for separate external measurement tools
Solution Approach 2:
The patent combines the reticle display system, image sensing capability, and calculation processing into a single integrated aiming device, merging functions that were previously performed by separate tools (reticle sight, measurement device, and calculation method) into one unified system
3Ease of operation
If automated zeroing is implemented, then manual calculations are eliminated, but the device requires integration of image sensor and processor
Solution Approach 1:
The aiming device performs zeroing autonomously by capturing images of bullet impacts with its own image sensor, automatically calculating the weighted center of the shot group, and determining reticle adjustments without requiring external measurement tools or manual calculations by the user
Solution Approach 2:
The aiming device integrates multiple functions into a single system: it serves as both the aiming reticle display device and the measurement instrument by incorporating an image sensor that can capture images of the target and bullet impacts, eliminating the need for separate external measurement tools
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AI summary
A smart aiming device includes an image sensor, a processor, and an adjustable reticle. A method of zeroing the smart aiming device includes: activating a dedicated zeroing mode: shooting at least one bullet on a zeroing target while aiming the firearm on the target using the reticle to determine an expected point of impact of the bullet on the zeroing target: imaging the zeroing target with the image sensor: identifying a location of at least one bullet hole formed by the bullet on the target, and calculating a distance between each bullet hole and the expected point of impact; and adjusting a location of the reticle respective to the bore of the firearm based on the calculated at least one distance, to thereby indicate a zeroed point of impact on the target on which a subsequent bullet shot from the firearm is expected to impact.