Telescopic Sight Ballistic Solution Calculation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current projectile launching devices face challenges in accurately calculating projectile impact locations due to the need for cumbersome and error-prone methods of estimating target distance, compromising user position, and the requirement for gathering Data Observed from Previous Engagements, which can be time-consuming and risky.
Innovation Solution
A telescopic sight assembly with a display device, processor, memory, and data input device that performs passive target ranging, allowing users to input actual projectile impact locations to calculate and display a precise impact location within the field-of-view, incorporating sensors for environmental conditions and user-friendly interface for quick data collection.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If conventional methods (milling, laser ranging, bezel adjustment) are used to determine target distance, then distance measurement is achieved, but the process is cumbersome, error-prone, and may compromise user position
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces mechanical distance measurement methods (milling, bezel adjustment) and active electronic methods (laser ranging) with passive optical ranging through the telescopic sight. The system uses the existing optical path and reticle to determine target distance without requiring separate mechanical devices or active sensors that could compromise user position.
Solution Approach 2:
The telescopic sight assembly performs distance measurement using its own optical components and reticle, without requiring external ranging devices. The system leverages the magnified target image and reticle positioning already present in the scope to calculate distance, making the sight itself serve the dual function of aiming and ranging.
2Measurement precision
If static reticle images are used, then the scope structure remains simple, but the user must hold off the reticle from the desired impact location, reducing accuracy
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transitions from a static reticle image to a dynamic reticle display that can move and adjust within the field-of-view. The calculated projectile impact location is displayed as a dynamic reticle element that automatically positions itself based on real-time ballistic calculations, eliminating the need for manual hold-off estimation by the user.
Solution Approach 2:
The system adds a computational dimension to the traditional optical sight by integrating a processor that performs ballistic calculations and displays the results as a dynamic reticle. This transforms the reticle from a fixed mechanical or etched element into a software-controlled display element that can adapt its position based on calculated trajectory data.
3Reliability
If Data Observed from Previous Engagements is collected manually, then calibration data is obtained, but the process is time-consuming and may compromise user position
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs calibration by displaying the calculated impact location before the user engages the target. The user simply observes where the dynamic reticle indicates the bullet will hit and provides minimal input to confirm or adjust, rather than requiring extensive manual data collection after the fact. This preliminary calibration approach saves time and maintains safety.
Solution Approach 2:
The system provides immediate visual feedback through the dynamic reticle display showing the calculated impact location. The user can observe this feedback and make quick adjustments if needed, creating a rapid feedback loop that accelerates the calibration process compared to traditional methods requiring extensive manual data gathering and analysis.
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AI summary
Systems and methods to calculate ballistic solutions for use with a projectile launching device are disclosed herein. In some embodiments, the system includes a telescopic sight assembly for viewing a target, wherein the telescopic sight assembly comprises at least one display device for displaying information, a processor, a memory, and a data input device, wherein the system for use with a projectile launching device to calculate ballistic solutions is configured to perform passive target ranging. In some embodiments, the system includes a telescopic sight assembly for viewing a target, at least one display device for displaying information to a user within the field-of-view of the telescopic sight assembly, a processor configured to receive user input data associated with one or more actual projectile impact locations as observed by the user, a memory, and a data input device, wherein at least one display device displays a calculated projectile impact location.