Abstract: A compensating mechanism includes a base unit, a transmission unit, an adjusting cap and a rotation setting unit. The base unit includes a grooved portion that includes a first groove and a second groove communicated with the first groove. The second groove includes a first end and a second end opposite to the first end. The first end is connected to the first groove. The first end and the second end have a height difference therebetween in an axial direction of the base unit. The transmission unit is disposed on the base unit. The adjusting cap is connected to the transmission unit. The adjusting cap drives the transmission unit to rotate when the adjusting cap is rotated. The rotation setting unit includes a movable element that is movably disposed on the transmission unit to be connected to the grooved element or to be separated from the grooved element.

Abstract: An electronic aiming system includes an electro-mechanical reticle having a plurality of electrically powered holdover indicators disposed on a primary crosshair of the reticle, the holdover indicators configured to be individually selected and energized to a visible state, a rangefinder configured to generate range data, a computing device configured to generate ballistics data; and a processor configured to receive the range data and ballistics data, select, based at least in part on either or both of the range data and ballistics data, one or more of the holdover indicators, and energize the selected holdover indicator or indicators to the visible state.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a viewing optic. In one embodiment, the disclosure relates to a viewing optic having an integrated display system. In one embodiment, the disclosure relates to a viewing optic having an integrated display system for generating images that are projected into the first focal plane of an optical system.

Abstract: An example rifle includes a rifle scope including a front optics and back optics for imaging a remote object. A parallax compensating device is coupled to the rifle scope. The parallax compensating device determines a zero-parallax setting distance to compensate parallax errors associated with imaging a remote object. The parallax compensating device removes, using the zero-parallax setting distance, the parallax errors dynamically in real time even if a user's head or eyes are misaligned and temperature at the rifle scope or surrounding environment.

Abstract: A target acquisition device that can determine a ballistics solution based on parabola characteristics. The parabola characteristics can be modeled in UI coordinates on the y-axis (e.g., pixels, mm, . . . ) and physical coordinates (e.g., feet, yards, meters, . . . ) on the x-axis. Zeroing data can be leveraged that establishes high quality reference points for two or more zeroed distances such that high quality ballistics solutions can be determined for other suitable (e.g., non-zeroed) distances as a function of parabola modeling techniques.

Abstract: A locking adjustment device for adjusting a setting of an aimed optical device, such as a riflescope, locks at a home or baseline position to provide expedient feedback regarding an adjustment position of the adjustable setting. The device includes a knob mountable for rotation about a rotational axis when the adjustment device is installed on the aimed optical device, where the knob is rotatable about the rotational axis. The device further includes a catch that automatically locks the knob in the home or baseline position and prevents further rotation of the knob until the catch is released. A lock-release mechanism carried by the knob is manually actuatable to disengage the catch and allow the knob to be manually rotated away from the locked position.

Abstract: An optical system with adjustable eye relief includes a relay lens assembly. The relay lens assembly is defined by a collimating lens and a focusing lens. The optical system includes an aperture stop. The aperture stop is configured to shift axially along an optical axis between the collimating lens and the focusing lens. The optical system also includes an afocal lens assembly. The afocal lens assembly is defined by the focusing lens and an eyepiece. Additionally, an axial shift of the aperture stop along the optical axis between the collimating lens and the focusing lens changes an eye relief of the eyepiece based on a transverse magnification of the afocal lens assembly.

Abstract: A system for providing six-dimensional position data of an object in a three-dimensional (3D) space, the system including a light source configured to emit a light beam in an x-direction, a mirror including a mirror plane disposed in an x-y plane and a beam splitter configured for reflecting the light beam from the light source onto the mirror before being directed to the object, the light beam reflected by the object onto the beam splitter before being directed through a lens to an image plane to form an image.

Abstract: Provided is a tool for providing long distance shooters with the ability to receive information from others in the field to adjust their weapon system for the best advantage based on distance, location, and range. The tool may implemented as an application on a mobile device such as a smart phone, for example, making the tool light weight, space efficient, and portable for use in the field. The communication ability allows for tracking shooting partners as well as on-the-spot coordination. The tool further provides range markings, yard lines, and topographic data that allow the shooter to make decisions based on real time data. Shooters are therefore afforded a tool that is portable, easy to use, and flexible enough to use in high-pressure environments.

Abstract: The present invention relates to target acquisition and related devices, and more particularly to telescopic gunsights and associated equipment used to achieve shooting accuracy at, for example, close ranges, medium ranges and extreme ranges at stationary and moving targets.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a viewing optic. In one embodiment, the disclosure relates to a viewing optic having an integrated display system. In one embodiment, the disclosure relates to a viewing optic having an integrated display system for generating images that are projected into the first focal plane of an optical system.

Abstract: An apparatus for generating a vitals target may include a processor, an output device, and a non-transitory storage medium. The output device is communicatively connected to the processor. The non-transitory storage medium may include a number of module. The number of modules may include a target distance identify module, a target animal identify module, a vital zone determine module, a first distance identify module, and a target calculate module. The target distance identify module that identifies a target set distance for a target configuration. The target animal identify module identifies an animal being simulated. The first distance identify module identifying a first distance being simulated at the target set distance. The target calculate module rendering the vital zone for a target distance. The output generate module causing the output device to generate a vitals target.

Abstract: The apparatus features a rotating collar and a static collar, in which one collar has an adjustment lever. The rotating collar is attached to a rotating portion of a focus knob for a device, which in one example is a night vision device. The static collar is attached to a non-rotating portion of the device immediately adjacent to the focus knob. The movement of the rotating collar and the focus knob that the rotating collar is attached to is constrained by mechanical interference between a static stop, the adjustment lever, and an adjustable stop.

Abstract: A reticle for an aiming device includes a number of holdover indicators on the reticle that may be individually selected; an input for receiving ballistics data; and a processor configured to, based at least in part on the received ballistics data, select one or more of the holdover indicators; and cause the selected holdover indicator or indicators to visibly change state on the reticle. Methods of operating a digital reticle are also described. Further disclosed is a system that includes the reticle above, as well as a rangefinder for providing range data and a ballistics calculator for providing ballistics data. Some variations include ballistics data stored in a memory.

Abstract: An adjustment assembly for riflescopes and related methods are provided. In one example, an adjustment assembly includes a knob configured to rotate about an axis, a disc having a trace, a first sensor configured to measure a value relating to a particular portion of the trace, and a second sensor configured to sense complete revolutions of the knob about the axis. The riflescope also includes a processor configured to correlate the value with an angular displacement of the knob about the axis relative to a zero point.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a viewing optic. In one embodiment, the disclosure relates to a viewing optic having an integrated display system. In one embodiment, the disclosure relates to a viewing optic having an integrated display system for generating images that are projected into the first focal plane of an optical system.

Abstract: A coupling member for an image forming apparatus cartridge includes a first end portion including an outer surface and a plurality of surfaces forming a recess extending in a direction from the outer surface toward the rotational axis. The plurality of surfaces include a first surface, a second surface opposite to the first surface, and a third surface extending between the first surface and the second surface. As viewed in a direction toward the recess and perpendicular to the rotational axis, the third surface faces toward outside of the recess, and both of the first and second surfaces are sloped with respect to a plane that is perpendicular to the rotational axis such that a distance measured along a direction of the rotational axis between the first and second surfaces decreases as a distance along the first and second surfaces from the outer surface increases.

Abstract: An airgun has a high pressure reservoir for providing a pressurized motive gas to a breech to fire a projectile. A regulator is intermediate the high pressure reservoir and a downstream firing pressure reservoir for providing a consistent regulated pressure of the motive gas in the firing pressure reservoir. The airgun includes a bypass line for selectively connecting the high pressure reservoir to the firing pressure reservoir, independently of the regulator. Thus, an operator can select a firing of the airgun with either a regulated gas pressure in the firing reservoir or the pressure of the high pressure reservoir.

Abstract: To enable a user to quickly adjust power ranges of a scope for firearms, a scope may be provided with a primary sight having a primary sighting line and a secondary sight having a secondary sighting line. The primary sight may include a plurality of optical elements disposed within the first housing and an elevation adjustment mechanism for adjusting a zeroed-in position of the primary sight. To prevent impedance of the secondary sighting line, the elevation adjustment mechanism may be located laterally of the primary sight rather than in the conventional position above the primary sight.

Abstract: An adjustable reflex sight comprising an elongated sight housing comprising an outer tube and an inner tube pivotably mounted within the outer tube and holding an optical element for pivoting movement therewith, a sight adjustment mechanism mounted to the housing having an adjustable member movably mounted within the adjustment mechanism for altering a tilt angle of the inner tube in relation to the outer tube thereby adjusting the sight, a first adjustment device interlinked with a second adjustment device, wherein the first adjustment device is adjustably positionable about an axis of rotation for actuating said adjustable member, thereby altering the tilt angle of the inner tube, and the second adjustment device is adjustably positionable about the axis of rotation, such that the interlinked first adjustment device and the adjustable member are moved along the axis of rotation in response to rotation of the second adjustment device.

Abstract: A riflescope that stores several grouped ballistics data includes a reticle having individually addressable indicators, a memory that stores two or more stored sets of ballistics data, where each set of ballistics data is mapped to a respective set of indicators of the reticle, a selector configured to choose one of the stored sets of ballistics data as an active set of ballistics data, and a driver structured to energize only those indicators of the plurality of indicators that are mapped to the active set of ballistics data. Methods of selecting an active group of ballistics data are also described.

Abstract: The present invention discloses an adjusting hand wheel set having a zero position limiting function and a sight. The adjusting hand wheel set includes an adjusting hand wheel, a zeroing screw, a hand wheel seat, a hand wheel buckle cover, an adjusting base and an adjusting screw, where a linkage ring is disposed in the adjusting hand wheel, and a linkage protrusion integrally formed with the linkage ring is disposed on an outer wall of the linkage ring along any radius direction of the linkage ring. The adjusting hand wheel set further includes a stop ring, an upper port of the stop ring is internally provided with a ring surface integrally formed with the stop ring, the ring surface is provided with a linkage groove along any radius direction of the ring surface, and a first limit protrusion is disposed on a bottom surface of the ring.

Abstract: A reticle for an aiming device includes a number of holdover indicators on the reticle that may be individually selected; an input for receiving ballistics data; and a processor configured to, based at least in part on the received ballistics data, select one or more of the holdover indicators; and cause the selected holdover indicator or indicators to visibly change state on the reticle. Methods of operating a digital reticle are also described. Further disclosed is a system that includes the reticle above, as well as a rangefinder for providing range data and a ballistics calculator for providing ballistics data.

Abstract: A ballistic correction device for sight members (of weapons) provided with an elevation adjustment turret is described. In particular, the device comprises detecting means, outside of the turret, to detect the rotations imparted by the shooter to the adjustment ring of the elevation turret, and displaying means to display the shooting distance and/or other shooting settings corresponding to the position the ring assumed. The device displays, for the shooter, the calibration of the turret from the moment the shooter observes the device. The shooter is no longer required to keep in mind the last calibration carried out. In the step of carrying out a new calibration, it is no longer necessary to consult the compensation tables, but simply to read the values displayed on the device as the ring of the turret is being rotated. A method for correcting the elevation of the weapon is further described.

Abstract: Rifle scopes with zero locks or stops have a body having an internal movable optical adjustor adapted to shift an image generated by the riflescope, a knob connected to the body for rotation about a knob axis and operably connected to the optical adjustor to position the optical adjustor based on a rotational position of the knob, an indicator skirt rotatably engaged to the body and threadedly engaged to the knob, the indicator skirt being operable to move axially with respect to the knob such that the axial position of the indicator skirt is based on the rotational position of the knob, and the knob including a knob stop surface and the indicator skirt including a skirt stop surface, wherein the knob stop surface and the skirt stop surface are configured to positively contact each other to establish a limit of rotational travel of the knob.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a user-zeroable adjustment knob for an optical aiming device. The adjustment knob includes a rotating member rotatable about an axis of rotation to change a setting of the optical aiming device, the rotating member including a rotating member clutch surface centered on the axis of rotation and a dial comprising a dial clutch surface, and wherein the dial is movable between an engaged position where the dial clutch surface is engaged with the rotating member clutch surface, and a disengaged position in which the dial clutch surface is disengaged from the rotating member clutch surface, allowing the dial to be rotated relative to the rotating member to set a zero position.

Abstract: The invention relates to a reticle (1) for a telescopic sight (100), having a non-linear size value scale (10) and further special scales and sighting aids (30) which serve in each case for the determination of a distance to a target object or of the size thereof in order that, ultimately, a shot can be fired precisely at the target object. The invention also relates to the method for determining the distance to the target object (ZO) using the non-linear size value scale, and to telescopic sights and firearms having the reticle according to the invention.

Abstract: The present invention relates to target acquisition and related devices, and more particularly to telescopic gunsights and associated equipment used to achieve shooting accuracy at, for example, close ranges, medium ranges and extreme ranges at stationary and moving targets.

Abstract: Rangefinding methods are described herein, and more particularly to shapes superimposed on an image that enable measurement of distances with a sighting device. A reticle for an optical sight, including but not limited to a holographic sight, which allows the user to near instantaneously engage targets from multiple ranges, is described herein.

Abstract: A reticle for an aiming device includes a number of holdover indicators on the reticle that may be individually selected; an input for receiving ballistics data; and a processor configured to, based at least in part on the received ballistics data, select one or more of the holdover indicators; and cause the selected holdover indicator or indicators to visibly change state on the reticle. Methods of operating a digital reticle are also described. Further disclosed is a system that includes the reticle above, as well as a rangefinder for providing range data and a ballistics calculator for providing ballistics data.

Abstract: The present invention relates to target acquisition and related devices, and more particularly to telescopic gunsights and associated equipment used to achieve shooting accuracy at, for example, close ranges, medium ranges and long ranges at stationary and moving targets.

Abstract: The present invention relates to target acquisition and related devices, and more particularly to telescopic gunsights and associated equipment used to achieve shooting accuracy at, for example, close ranges, medium ranges and long ranges at stationary and moving targets.

Abstract: A reticle for an optical gun sight is provided having a plurality of vertical reference lines which extend below a horizontal reference line. The grid pattern of vertical reference lines and horizontal reference lines further provide a pattern of at least five vertical lines which extend below a horizontal reference line to a left side of a vertical center line and a second pattern of at least five reference lines which extend below the horizontal reference line and to a right of a vertical center line.

Abstract: An optical aiming device including a first multi-faceted optical element lying on an axis and a second multi-faceted optical element juxtaposed to the first multi-faceted optical element and angled with respect thereto, the first and second optical elements each being characterized by a refractive index and a critical angle defining at least one total internal reflection plane formed by at least one facet of each one of the first and second optical elements, the at least one facet having an optical interference coating formed thereon, each one of the first and second optical elements causing light impinging on the at least one total internal reflection plane at an angle greater than or equal to the critical angle to be totally reflected and light impinging on the at least one total internal reflection plane at an angle less than the critical angle to be partially reflected and partially refracted, the totally reflected light illuminating a first region, the partially reflected light partially illuminating a s

Abstract: A network of scopes, including one or more lead scopes and one or more follower scopes, is provided to allow scope operators of the respective scopes to track the same presumed target. A lead scope locates a target and communicates target position data of the presumed target to the follower scope. The follower scope uses the target position data and its own position data to electronically generate indicators for use to prompt the operator of the follower scope to make position movements so as to re-position the follower scope from its current target position to move towards the target position defined by the target position data received from the lead scope.

Abstract: A network of scopes, including one or more lead scopes and one or more follower scopes, is provided to allow the respective scopes to track the same presumed target. A lead scope locates a target and communicates target position data of the presumed target to the follower scope. The follower scope uses the target position data and its own position data to generate electronic control signals for use by follower scope to make position movements so as to re-position the follower scope from its current target position to move towards the target position defined by the target position data received from the lead scope. At least the second scope is mounted to, or integrated into, a vehicle, which uses the target position data to move to a new location so as to allow the second scope to better view the target.

Abstract: An information providing apparatus includes one or more processors; and a memory storing instructions, which when executed by the processors, cause the processors to acquire, by a display unit, information on a predetermined position outside a moving body to display an information providing image for providing information associated with the predetermined position as a virtual image; and control the display unit to change a display position of the information providing image according to movement of the moving body. The display position of the information providing image is changed such that a deviation amount between the predetermined position and a position at which a straight line passing through a reference point within the moving body and the display position of the information providing image reaches a surface on which the moving body is moving decreases as a distance between the moving body and the predetermined position decreases.

Abstract: The invention relates to a sighting device having an optical reversing system and a target mark as well as a ballistics computer for computing data that is relevant in terms of ballistics, the reversing system being adjustable mechanically and the target mark being adjustable electronically and at least one adjusting device being provided for adjusting the reversing system and the target mark.

Abstract: A firearms sight is provided. The sight has a body having a rear aperture disc connected at one end, and a front sight disc connected at the opposite end. In use, a user may look through the rear aperture disc to align a marker of the front sight disc with an aperture of the rear aperture disc, the marker being visible through the rear aperture disc.

Abstract: An optical device has a post and a reference. A knob is rotatably connected to the optical device and has see-though portions and a gear pivotably disposed therein. The gear has a ring engagement member and a receiver for receiving the post and an inner ring is disposed within the housing. The inner ring includes a first indicia and second indicia. The first indicia are aligned with the plurality of see-through portions when the gear is in a first position. The second indicia are aligned with the plurality of see-through portions when the gear is in a second position. Each of the first and second indicia is associated with a single specific rotated position of the housing relative to the reference.

Abstract: Gobo projection targeting devices have a light source, a lens assembly associated with the light source, the lens assembly having a first element, a second element, and an aiming figure, the first element being closer to the light source, and the second element having a smaller diameter than the first element, such that a first portion of light emitted by the light source and transmitted by the first element will bypass the second element and a second portion of light emitted by the light source and transmitted by the first element will not bypass the second element. The first and second elements may each be converging lenses. The second element may be adapted to generate an image of the aiming figure away from the illuminator. The first portion of light may be a field illumination pattern lacking a focused image. The lens assembly may be movable.

Abstract: The present invention relates to target acquisition and related devices, and more particularly to telescopic gunsights and associated equipment used to achieve shooting accuracy at, for example, close ranges, medium ranges and extreme ranges at stationary and moving targets.

Abstract: A device is provided for establishing or releasing the coupling between an adjustment ring, which can be rotated on a base element by way of a detent mechanism and is provided with an adjustment shaft for optical elements, and a cylindrical index ring, which is inserted between the adjustment ring and the base element so as to rotate in relation to an index mark provided on the base element, wherein an inwardly directed ring surface is integrally formed on the edge of the index ring pointing toward the adjustment ring, at least one friction element under spring pressure is inserted between the adjustment ring and the ring surface, and the spring pressure can be removed by way of a pressure element inserted into the top face of the adjustment ring or by way of a lever mechanism.

Abstract: Various systems, devices, processes, and techniques may be used for marksmanship training. In particular implementations, motion data for a firearm may be acquired during live operation by a firearm operator using a sensor assembly coupled to a firearm. The motion data may be analyzed to detect a firing event, and the firing event may be used to pretrigger recording of the motion data. In certain implementations, the recorded motion data may be analyzed to determine inappropriate firing control actions, if any, and to provide corrective actions to a firearm operator about inappropriate firing control actions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to target acquisition and related devices, and more particularly to telescopic gunsights and associated equipment used to achieve shooting accuracy at, for example, close ranges, medium ranges and extreme ranges at stationary and moving targets.

Abstract: The present disclosure describes an adjustment mechanism for a scope comprising: a first surface and a second surface, the first surface configured to engage the second surface axially when an amount of force is applied to the first surface, the first surface also configured to transfer torque applied to it to the second surface when the first surface and the second surface are engaged, and a member adjustable to apply force to the first surface to engage the first surface and the second surface, the member being adjustable using only one or more human fingers, wherein an adjustment of the member can always be initiated using only one or more human fingers.

Abstract: An adjustable zero-stop turret assembly for an optical firearm scope, the turret assembly defining an axis and including: a turret housing with a cavity to receive a head portion of a main turret screw and including a wall portion defining an opening; a rotatable zero-stop element carrier including a base portion, an upper portion and a first zero-stop element coupled to the base portion; an adjustable set screw adjacent the opening; a second zero-stop element receiving the screw, a first portion of the second zero-stop element positioned within the opening, and a second portion of the second zero-stop element projecting outside the opening and into the turret-housing cavity. The second zero-stop element travels axially along the screw from a first position to a second position. In the second position, portions of the first zero-stop element and the second zero-stop element reside in a common plane perpendicular to the axis.

Abstract: An aiming device includes a set of lenses disposed along an optical path, the set of lenses including an objective lens and an ocular lens. A reflective element is disposed on the optical path between the objective lens and the ocular lens. An addressable display is located off the optical path and projects an image to the reflective element. The image is viewable through the ocular lens and is an aiming element superimposed on a field of view.

Abstract: A scope mount and mounting system is disclosed. An example scope mount includes at least one ring mount to receive a scope body. The ring mount has an upper ring and a lower ring. The example scope mount also includes mating interface surfaces between the upper ring and the lower ring. In an example, the mating interface surfaces are cracked. In another example, the mating interface surfaces are precision machined. The example scope mount also includes a pliable insert having a spherical outer body to fit within the ring mount and secure the scope body between the upper ring and the lower ring while accommodating misalignment of the scope body within the ring mount. The example scope mount also includes a rail lock to secure the ring mount in both axes on a rail of a firearm.

Abstract: A telescopic sight for a firearm, comprising an external housing and a manually adjustable sighting adjustment mechanism comprising a manual adjustment control and a plunger. The optical system comprises a sighting assembly with a movable member for adjusting sighting. The plunger is slidably in a port in the housing, linking the adjustment control with the movable member. Manual adjusting the manual control causes the plunger to move the movable member, making the sighting adjustment. The housing interior remains atmospherically sealed as the plunger slides in the port. The manual adjustment control is removably affixed to the housing, and the manual adjustment control is fully separable from the plunger which remains slidably engaged and retained in the port when the manual adjustment control is removed from the housing, in order to maintain the atmospheric seal of the housing interior.