Abstract: A boresight device, includes a rotating camera and a camera carrier. The camera carrier is connected to a firearm barrel, or removably attachable to the firearm.

Abstract: The present invention is a satellite gun for fast and easy way of eliminating or putting a terrorist(s) under control when this gun is mounted on walls, on ceiling or other secret or special places in e.g. banks, prison, commercial airplanes, public or private places. This gun is specially designed to be remotely operated through the internet by a specially trained law enforcement officer or person (s). This satellite gun is also applicable for other types of trouble making person(s) e.g. bank robber(s) etc.

Abstract: A device for the remote control of a firearm has a turret head which can be pointed in all directions and is controlled by an azimuth motor. A frame which fixes the firearm is suspended in an upward tilting manner in a pintle of the turret head. A sighting camera is connected to a screen which displays a sighting reticule. A remote control controls the azimuth motor and an elevation motor which controls an elevation of the frame. At least one sensor determines the orientation of either or both the frame and the camera and a ballistic calculator connected to the sensors to calculate and control the super elevation of the frame as a function of the information from the sensors and the distance of the target, such that the camera is driven by the elevation motor, and the frame can be inclined in elevation in relation to the camera.

Abstract: A gimbaled weapon system (GWS) includes a method of recording target engagement during operation of the GWS. The GWS includes a sighting system, a weapon cradle and a weapon, wherein the weapon cradle is elevated using a first elevation drive. The sighting system is moved in elevation relative to the weapon cradle using a second elevation drive. A visual image of a target is acquired using the sighting system based on signals received from an observation unit located remotely from the GWS. The visual image of the target is recorded on a storage media for later playback for display by the gunner at the observation unit or optionally by a commander at a separate commander observation unit.

Abstract: An improved digital scope for locating and targeting objects. The scope includes an image detection means that is configured to collect image data of a sighted region. The scope further includes a display screen that is electronically connected to the image detection means and is configured to display image data of the sighted region as a continuous video feed. The left sidefield portion of the sighted region is displayed horizontally compressed in the left portion of the display screen, the right sidefield portion of the sighted region is displayed horizontally compressed in the right portion of the display screen, and the center portion of the sighted region is displayed in the center portion of the display screen without horizontal compression.

Abstract: A remote weapon station including a weapon support adapted for rotatable motion about a first transverse axis. The weapon support supports a weapon attachment device being rotatable about a second elevation axis. A sight unit is rotatable about a third transverse axis and about, perpendicular to the third transverse axis, a fourth elevation axis, independently of the position or rotation of the weapon support about the first transverse axis and the second elevation axis. The sight unit is mounted between the weapon support and the weapon attachment device.

Abstract: A stabilizing mount system for cameras, sensors and weapons. This invention stabilizes payloads such as cameras sensors and weapons on moving vehicles such as HMMWV's, (military Humvees) off-road vehicles, boats aircraft and unmanned vehicles. The stabilizing mount system allows hands-on control of the payload device such as the camera or weapon while the stabilization is active. This includes allowing a gunner of a crew served weapon to free-gun or have hands-on control to operate the weapon while the weapon is being actively stabilized. The invention has various modes including target lock. Cameras and sensors are also stabilized and provide a useable output for a remote operator or artificially intelligent computer.

Abstract: The weaponry camera sight has a digital electronic display of the sight picture for the shooter. The display may be magnified as desired, thereby eliminating need for a scope sight. The device may also include a range finding device, with range information being provided on screen. The camera may also be used to record the image viewed on screen, if so desired. Remotely situated controls may be provided for operating the zoom magnification and recording feature, thereby allowing the shooter to operate the present camera sight without need to move his or her hands on the weapon. The present camera sight is particularly well suited for use with an archery bow, but may be used with a firearm if so desired.

Abstract: A self-contained gimbaled weapon system (GWS) has a shared azimuth axis and two independent elevation axes for a sighting device and a weapon cradle. The GWS allows the weapon cradle to be elevated completely independent of the sighting device. The GWS can be stabilized and operated remotely.

Abstract: A security monitoring and enforcement system is provided for monitoring and enforcing control in a secure environment, such as an aircraft. The system includes a security monitoring and enforcement unit (SMEU) having a visual surveillance system and an audio surveillance and communication system. The visual surveillance system is mounted to an enforcement system and housed in a ceiling of an aircraft. The SMEU is remotely operated and monitored by remote control system located on the ground. The security monitoring and enforcement system is operable continuously or when a security breach is detected. The enforcement system is activated and fired to subdue a suspect.

Abstract: A method for aiming a weapon barrel [B], wherein a target image [Z*] and a target marker [X] are displayed with the aid of an image visualization unit M. The rough aiming of the weapon barrel [B] is performed in a first phase, in a second phase, with the weapon barrel [B] stationary, sighting by sighting the target image [Z*] by means of the image visualization unit [V] is performed, wherein the target image [Z*] and the target marker [X] are brought into coincidence as closely as possible, and fine aiming of the weapon barrel [B] in a third phase. The device for executing the method comprises a device for setting an initial gun sight angle [?o] an image visualization unit [V], the latter displays a target image [Z*] and a target marker [X] representing the end of an imaginary projectile trajectory [p].

Abstract: The Continuous Aimpoint Tracking System is comprised of a position detection device (PDD) and a laser pointing device (LPD) that projects an infrared crosshair onto the PDD. The PDD is coupled to a computer and comprises a multitude of photodiodes and associated circuits, the photodiodes being evenly spaced and arranged to form a frame that can be mounted on the computer so as to surround the computer video display. When a “shot” is fired from the LPD, the crosshair projection is interrupted briefly. The PDD determines the position of the four crosshair intersections and reports them to the computer which, in response, generates the video signals that form the resolved aimpoint on the screen, matching the LPD aimpoint to the video image. Further, the tracking system determines the rotation of the LPD over a range of at least 10 degrees clockwise or counter-clockwise.

Abstract: A dynamic pointing accuracy evaluation system is used in conjunction with a weapon system that includes a gun that fires a projectile from a barrel toward a target. The firing of the projectile occurs upon receipt of a shoot command from an automated fire control system that is activated by a firing command generated by a gunner viewing the target through a gun sight. The dynamic pointing accuracy evaluation system includes a firing-image camera mounted to a barrel of the gun and aimed parallel to a boresight of the gun. A photo trigger command line transmits a photo trigger command from the fire control system to the firing-image camera. The firing-image camera produces a firing image upon receipt of the photo trigger command. A computer receives the firing image and determines a calculated strike location from the firing image and from a range of the gun to the target.

Abstract: According to the present invention a firearm device comprises a firearm; safety means for impeding an unauthorized person to fire the firearm; and information storage means for recording and storing at least one aspect of the group consisting of an image in the direction in which a shot is in use fired, sound at about the time when a shot is in use fired, time when a shot is in use fired, and location of the firearm.

Abstract: A method and device for judging the aiming error of a weapon system and a use of the device are disclosed. The weapon system includes a fire control device (F) for tracking a target (Z), a weapon (W) having a weapon barrel (B), aiming means for aiming the weapon barrel (B), and a data processing facility (EDV). The fire control device (F) continuously tracks the target (Z). An image recording device (V) moved in solidarity with the weapon barrel (B) record images of the target (Z) and its surroundings. An image reproduction device (M) displays the images recorded by the image recording device (V) and a mark (X). The mark (X) represents an aiming line, a deviation (a) of the target (Z) from the mark (X) representing the aiming error of the weapon system. The fire control device (F) performs the aiming of the weapon barrel (B) on the basis of a lead calculation, which takes the movement of the target (Z) into consideration. The device may be used for fixed and mobile weapon systems.

Abstract: A self-contained gimbaled weapon system (GWS) has a shared azimuth axis and two independent elevation axes for a sighting device and a weapon cradle. The GWS allows the weapon cradle to be elevated completely independent of the sighting device. The GWS can be stabilized and operated remotely.

Abstract: A method and device for judging the aiming error of a weapon system and a use of the device are disclosed. The weapon system includes a fire control device (F) for tracking a target (Z), a weapon (W) having a weapon barrel (B), aiming means for aiming the weapon barrel (B), and a data processing facility (EDV). The fire control device (F) tracks the target (Z), the data processing facility (EDV) continuously performs a lead calculation, and the weapon barrel (B) is aimed on the basis of the lead calculation. From the weapon (W), the data processing facility (EDV) receives a signal about the actual direction (&bgr;eff) of the aimed weapon barrel (B) from the view of the weapon (W). It calculates the intended direction (&bgr;*) for the weapon barrel (B) from the view of the weapon (W), as well as the aiming error (&rgr;) as a difference between the actual direction (&bgr;eff) and the intended direction (&bgr;*). An image recording device (V) records images of the target (Z).

Abstract: The present invention provides a powered aiming platform for pointing devices such as firearms, illumination devices, or sensing instruments, remotely controlled by a hand-controller device, with video feedback of the aiming position and audio feedback of the exact direction and speed of positioning movements. The present invention overcomes the safety and accuracy limitations of manual and conventional remotely-controlled aiming mechanisms, thereby allowing operators to point devices accurately and quickly with predictable, precise control. In the case of firearms, the present invention maintains a steady position after repeated firing.

Abstract: A method for aiming a weapon barrel [B], wherein a target image [Z*] and a target marker [X] are displayed with the aid of an image visualization unit [V]. The rough aiming of the weapon barrel [B] is performed in a first phase, in a second phase, with the weapon barrel [B] stationary, sighting by sighting the target image [Z*] by means of the image visualization unit [V] is performed, wherein the target image [Z*] and the target marker [X] are brought into coincidence as closely as possible, and fine aiming of the weapon barrel [B] in a third phase. The device for executing the method comprises a device for setting an initial gun sight angle [&psgr;∘] an image visualization unit [V], the latter displays a target image [Z*] and a target marker [X] representing the end of an imaginary projectile trajectory [p].

Abstract: A method and apparatus for sighting and targeting a controlled system from a common three-dimensional data set are disclosed. The method includes sighting a position correlated to at least a subset of a three-dimensional data set representing a field of view; and targeting a controlled system to the position from the three-dimensional data set. The apparatus includes a program storage medium, a controller, and a controller interface. The program storage medium is capable of storing a three-dimensional data set representing a field of view. The controller is capable of generating a presentation of the three-dimensional data set. A position represented by at least a subset of the three-dimensional data can be sighted and the position can be targeted from the subset through the controller interface.

Abstract: The present optical imaging device comprises an electro-optical recording device, such as a digital still camera, videotape recorder, etc, physically and optically connected to the scope sight of a firearm. The scope may be provided with a half silvered mirror at the eyepiece, which reflects a portion of the image passing through the scope to the axially offset recording device. The user of the firearm and optical system may thus continue to view the image through the scope. Other embodiments provide a small, light weight micro camera fitted to the scope eyepiece, with the camera receiving the image from the eyepiece and providing that image to the user through a rearward viewing screen. A switch may be provided to operate the system upon trigger actuation, or independently of the firearm trigger. The system is particularly valuable in sighting in a weapon or harmlessly capturing an image of an animal.

Abstract: A grenade machine gun or other weapon which employs superelevation of the barrel comprises a barrel unit and an aiming system mounted upon a support. The aiming system is mounted to the weapon and the support by a coupling unit. The aiming system comprises an imaging and display unit for displaying an image of a scene including a target, angle encoders for providing a signal representing displacement of the imaging unit in elevation relative to the support, and a control unit, e.g. a computer, for selecting either of two states for the coupling unit. The first state entrains the imaging unit to move with the barrel. The second state secures the imaging unit to the support and allows the barrel to move relative to both, i.e. during superelevation of the barrel. The coupling unit may comprise a first part connected to the weapon for rotation in elevation with the barrel unit and a second part connected to the imaging unit.

Abstract: A missile system and method for performing automatic fire control in which a reconnaissance vehicle is used to gather video reference information of a target and this information is then communicated to a launching vehicle from which missiles are caused to be trained on the selected target by utilizing an automatic target handoff correlator that identifies the selected target, causes an autotracker to be locked on and finally a computer is signaled by the automatic target handoff correlator to cause a missile to be fired.

Abstract: A fire control system for a short range guided missile in which the system is contained on a vehicle such as a track vehicle that can be easily camouflaged from the enemy and including video means for acquiring a target desired to be destroyed and utilizing this video information as reference information in an automatic target handoff correlator which correlates the reference information from video signals from a missile that was launched from the vehicle and guided by a missile control computer to the field of view of the selected target with the automatic target handoff correlator comparing the reference video signals and the seeker video signals from the missile to place the target in the center of the field of view of the seeker and once this is done a missile autotracker is commanded to lock-on and guide the missile to the selected target.

Abstract: The present invention provides a powered aiming platform for pointing devices such as firearms, illumination devices, or sensing instruments, remotely controlled by a hand-controller device, with video feedback of the aiming position and audio feedback of the exact direction and speed of positioning movements. The present invention overcomes the safety and accuracy limitations of manual and conventional remotely-controlled aiming mechanisms, thereby allowing operators to point devices accurately and quickly with predictable, precise control. In the case of firearms, the present invention maintains a steady position after repeated firing.

Abstract: An armored, motorized unit incorporating a gimbaled gun sighted video camera and an attached multi-shot TASER® cartridge firing system to remotely fire one cartridge at a time at a remotely selected target. A remotely located operator rotates the unit in azimuth and elevation to aim at a target within the range of the firing system. The firing system has multiple cartridges that can be rotated into a boresight position, one at a time, and armed, one at a time, for firing a pair of wire-tethered contacts such as darts at the selected target.

Abstract: Assessing the accuracy with which a round fired from a gun hits an intended target is achieved and alignment of the gun is corrected by monitoring the target with an image sensor which is associated with a computer enabling a frame by frame analysis and comparison of the fired round's trajectory with computer-generated alternative trajectories.

Abstract: The present invention provides a powered aiming platform for pointing devices such as firearms, illumination devices, or sensing instruments, remotely controlled by a hand-controller device, with video feedback of the aiming position and audio feedback of the exact direction and speed of positioning movements. The present invention overcomes the safety and accuracy limitations of manual and conventional remotely-controlled aiming mechanisms, thereby allowing operators to point devices accurately and quickly with predictable, precise control. In the case of firearms, the present invention maintains a steady position after repeated firing.