U.S. patent application number 14/154543 was filed with the patent office on 2015-07-16 for system for simulating real life moving targets for gun shooting training.
The applicant listed for this patent is Robert Louis Foege. Invention is credited to Robert Louis Foege.
Application Number | 20150198420 14/154543 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 53521096 |
Filed Date | 2015-07-16 |
United States Patent
Application |
20150198420 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Foege; Robert Louis |
July 16, 2015 |
System for Simulating Real Life Moving Targets for Gun Shooting
Training
Abstract
A target system simulating moving real life targets for gun
shooting training including in combination a laser transmitter
device attached to an oscillator device. The laser transmitter
device attached by means of an adjustable bracket to an arm of the
oscillator device provides a laser beam presentation which is
curved, arched, rising or falling at an angle which simulates trap,
skeet, clay targets, a driven bird, jumping teal or chandelle. The
arm of the oscillator device provides continuous backward and
forward movement at varying frequencies combined with the
adjustable bracket providing varying angle and height positions of
the laser transmitter device in communication with the oscillator
device resulting in unpredictable laser beam presentations
simulating real life targets in shooting sports.
Inventors: |
Foege; Robert Louis;
(Newtown, CT) |
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Applicant: |
Name |
City |
State |
Country |
Type |
Foege; Robert Louis |
Newtown |
CT |
US |
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Family ID: |
53521096 |
Appl. No.: |
14/154543 |
Filed: |
January 14, 2014 |
Current U.S.
Class: |
273/317.1 |
Current CPC
Class: |
F41J 9/14 20130101; H04N
9/3161 20130101; F41G 3/2694 20130101 |
International
Class: |
F41G 3/26 20060101
F41G003/26 |
Claims
1. A laser target simulating device comprising: a laser projecting
device having a laser optic component contained within for emitting
a single or multiple laser beam presentation; a oscillator device
having an attachment arm in communication with the laser projecting
device providing a pendulum-like motion; a adjustable bracket
connecting the laser projecting device to the oscillator device,
said adjustable bracket providing a means for multiple positioning
of the laser projector device in communication with the oscillator
device for emitting the laser beam presentation that is variable
and non-linear formation.
2. The laser target simulating device of claim 1 wherein the laser
projecting device is activated by a voice sound.
3. The laser target simulating device of claim 1 wherein the laser
projecting device emits the laser beam presentation in a continuous
loop.
4. The laser target simulating device of claim 1 wherein the
oscillator device further includes a power supply coupled with the
oscillator device.
5. The laser target simulating device of claim 1 wherein the
adjustable bracket comprises: a first u-shaped bracket having a
base affixed to the attachment and of the oscillator device, the
base having a first and second upward extension at opposite ends of
the base; a second u-shaped bracket inversely aligned with the
first u-shaped bracket having a corresponding first and second
downward extension originating from a top, the upward extensions of
the first u-shape bracket interlock with the downward extensions by
a pivot locking means for lateral positioning of the laser
projecting device on the oscillating device, the top extending in
length beyond the distal second downward extension having a cut-out
portion with a downward extending flap; a connector plate attached
to the laser projector device by an attachment means, the connector
plate affixed to the lop of the second u-shaped bracket by a hinged
attachment means at a first end, the connector plate further having
a key shaped configuration at a second end, and; a angular member
having a inner channel configuration attached to the key shaped
configuration of the connector plate, the angular member extending
downwards through the cut-out portion of the top of the second
u-shaped bracket and affixed to the downward extending flap of the
top by a securing means for positioning the laser projector device
along the length of the inner channel.
Description
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0001] 1. Technical Field
[0002] The present invention relates to simulating real moving
targets. More specifically, it relates to a laser system capable of
simulating realistic flight presentations of targets seers in
sporting gun shooting such as skeets, traps, clay pigeons or live
birds.
[0003] The present invention relates to a system capable of
providing a laser beam presentation that simulates real life moving
targets for sport gun shooting, training or entertainment. The
present invention comprises in combination a laser transmitter
devices in communication with a oscillating device that emits a
laser beam presentation which is curved, arched, rising or failing
at an angle that simulates real life targets used in shooting
sports such as street trap shooting, sporting clays or live bird
shooting. An adjustable bracket attaching the laser device to the
oscillating device enables positioning of the laser device at
multiple heights and angles causing the variable laser beam
presentations.
[0004] The system of simulating real life targets replicates, rest
field conditions which may be used in your home or any other
convenient location without the use of complex computer programs or
projectors.
[0005] Simulating real field conditions by providing unpredictable
laser beam presentations allows the shooter to perfect their gun
mounts and swings in addition to improving their accuracy and hand
eye coordination. The present invention provides a curved rather
than straight laser beam presentation and unpredictable
presentations improving efficiency and training in shooting at
simulated targets from unpredictable starting points and variable
flight patterns.
[0006] The present invention raises the level of difficulty of your
practice shooting end increases your ability to hit challenging
targets. The combination of the laser projector end oscillating
mechanism, may be activated by voice command or in a continuous
loop.
[0007] 2. Discussion of the Related Art
[0008] Training in marksmanship and tactics is preferred where
shooters can fire simulated projectiles against simulated moving
targets. A system that provides realistic moving targets and
simulates real field conditions are useful in improving efficiency
in hitting the subject targets. Becoming proficient and familiar
with their weapons and acquiring skills, such as reaction time, for
shooting targets moving at unpredictable patterns are desired for
all types of gun shooting. In the prior art, various devices
disclose simulated moving targets as an element of the invention to
address this need. Most of the prior art systems are complex
involving single or multiple video projectors and complex operating
computer systems. The present system discloses emission of moving
targets simulating realistic field conditions that can be used
anywhere with very minimal set-up., maintenance or break down, and
minimal manufacturing and operating cost. The present invention is
extremely simple and economical, yet highly effective and fulfills
the needs addressed above.
[0009] U.S. Pat. No. 6,315,568 B1 (Hull, et al), U.S. Pat. No.
3,471,945 and U.S. Pat. No. 3,502,333 (G. K. Fleury) disclose
self-contained reusable targets having teem sensors and hit
indicators simulating trap or skeet clay targets which replace the
day targets made from materials such as calcium carbonate. These
targets need to be launched by traditional launching devices and
required that they be retrieved after launching. The appropriate
practice sites to accommodate this device is necessary as the day
targets are manually launched.
[0010] U.S. Pat. No. 4,538,991 (Simpson et ah discloses a target
image projector mounted for universal movement so as to be capable
of moving the projected target image-over a screen. The target
image projector consists of one or more mirrors moveable in
response to a system of cams and wires or servo-motors to provide
movement over the screen.
[0011] U.S. Pat. No. 7,877,893 B2 discloses a training simulator
consisting of the use of a TV camera and a system of mirrors and
other optical and electrical devices.
[0012] U.S. Pat. No. 4,824,374 (Hendry et al.) discloses a target
image projector mounted on a carriage which is motor-driven so that
the image traverses the screen in a predetermined manner.
[0013] U.S. Pat. No. 4,137,651 (Pardes et al.) discloses a
realistic moving target scene projected by a moving picture
projector or slide projector on a screen.
[0014] U.S. Pat. No. 6,942,486 B2 (Ivovskiy) discloses video
projectors as target image generators utilizing mirrors and digital
servomotors for image manipulation.
[0015] It is noted in the above disclosures, the prior art teaches
various devices requiring sophisticated computer systems or TV
cameras and projectors with cams and servo-motors and moveable
mirrors to accomplish the objective.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0016] The present invention consists of the combination of a laser
projector attached to a oscillating device by an adjustable bracket
which emits a laser beam presentation or a plurality of laser beam
presentations which originate at differing angles, curved or
arched, or falling like real life birds, skeet, traps or sporting
clays.
[0017] The laser projector is capable of emitting a single or
plurality of laser beam configurations activated by a voice command
or in a continuous loop. The laser projector is attached to an
oscillator device by an adjustable bracket causing a pendulum like
movement of the laser projector. The adjustable bracket permits a
plurality of positions and angles of the laser projector on the
oscillator. The varying angles and heights of the laser projector
positioned on the oscillator causes unpredictable laser beam
presentations simulating the flights of real life targets as
mentioned above. In the preferred embodiment the oscillating device
is driven by a motor mechanism.
[0018] Accordingly, it is a principal object of the invention to
provide a system that provides improved moving targets which
simulate real life conditions.
[0019] It is a major object of this invention to provide a system
that is user friendly at a minimal manufacturing and operating cost
which is inexpensive and fully effective in accomplishing the
intended purposes.
[0020] It is a major object of this invention to provide a system
that may be use anywhere without requiring special facilities.
[0021] It is a major object of this invention to provide a system
for training in the proper leading of a moveable target for
striking the target.
[0022] It is major object of this invention to provide an
unpredictable laser beam presentation simulating real life sporting
targets and real life conditions.
[0023] It is a major object of this invention to provide a system
that does not require complex multiple computer systems or TV
cameras.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0024] FIG. 1. is a view in perspective of the laser target
simulating device according to the present invention.
[0025] FIG. 2. is a top perspective of the bracket assembly of the
laser target simulating device.
[0026] FIG. 3. is a side perspective of the bracket assembly of the
laser target simulating device
[0027] FIG. 4. is a view in perspective of the oscillator mechanism
of the laser target simulating device.
[0028] FIG. 5. is a side perspective of the laser target simulating
device according to the present invention.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS
[0029] A laser target system (10) which emits a laser beam
presentation that simulates real life moving targets, which are
curved, arched, originating at different angles, and falling,
simulating skeets, traps, and sporting pigeon's targets or driven
overhead birds in sport gun shooting.
[0030] It is illustrated in FIG. 1, the laser target system (10)
consisting of the combination of a laser projector (20) mounted to
an inverted L-shaped arm (45) driven by an oscillator device (30).
The laser projector (20) is attached to a L-shaped arm (45) in
communication with the oscillating device (30) by an adjustable
bracket (40).
[0031] Depicted in FIG. 5 the laser projector (20) is preferably
rectangular shape containing an optic package (22) for emission of
a laser beam or plurality of laser beams. The laser projector
device (20) is activated by a voice command or automatically set
for the emission of a laser beam in a continuous loop. The laser
projector device (20) is capable of projecting laser beams at
varying speed settings.
[0032] Oscillator device (30) is preferably operated by a motor
device with an electrical component. Oscillator device (30)
consists of the inverted L-shaped arm (45) that moves in a pendulum
type motion when activated by oscillator device (30). The laser
projector (20) in communication with the oscillator device (30),
moving in the pendulum like motion by L-shaped arm (45), forwards
and backwards, causes the emission of a curved or arched laser beam
presentation from the optic package (22).
[0033] FIG. 2, FIG. 3, FIG. 4 and FIG. 5 are illustrative of the
adjustable bracket (40) which attaches laser projector (20) to the
oscillator device (30). Adjustable bracket (40) consists of a first
u-shaped bracket having a base (50) which attaches to a lateral
extending plate (48) of L-shaped arm (45) by a first wing nut
attachment means (52) for quick and easy assembly and
dissembly.
[0034] The first u-shaped bracket further consisting of a pair of
extensions (55) extending upwards from opposing ends of base (50).
The adjustable bracket (40) further consisting of a second u-shaped
bracket inversely positioned in direct alignment with the first
u-shaped bracket having a top (70) and pair of downwardly extending
extensions (58) from opposing ends of top (70). Upright extending
extensions (55) and downward extending extensions (58) interlock at
their distal ends and are attached by a pivoting locking means
(60). The top (70) of second u-shaped bracket extends beyond the
position of the downward extending extensions (58) at a first end
with a cut-out configuration.
[0035] Illustrated in FIG. 1 and FIG. 2 key shaped connector plate
(80) is attached to the laser projector (20) on a bottom side by a
knob screw (82). Connector plate (80) is attached to top (70) of
second u-shaped bracket at a second end by a hinged means (72).
[0036] An angular arm (75) having an inner channel along its length
is attached to connector plate (80) at the key shaped end by a
connector means (78). Angular arm (75) extends downwards through
cut-out portion of top (70) and is attached by a second locking
means (62) to a downward flap (65) at the cut-out portion of top
(70).
[0037] Laser projector (20) can be moved to various lateral
positions by means of the pivoting locking means (50) connecting
opposing interlocking extensions (55) and (58). Laser projector
(20) may be positioned at various heights and angles along the
length of inner channel of the angular arm (75) and secured in the
desired position by locking means (62).
[0038] FIG. 4 is illustrative of arm (45) in oscillating device
(30) having a channel for the pendulum motion when activated by
oscillating device (30). Arm (45) having a laterally extending
plate (48) for connection to adjustable bracket (40) at base (50).
Adjustable bracket (40) and arm (45) are attached by wing nut (52).
Extending plate (48) contains a mounting pin (49) for communication
with a hole in base (50) for secure attachment.
[0039] Having described preferred embodiments of anew and improved
laser system target device, it is believed that other
modifications, variations sod changes will be suggested to those
skilled in the art in view of the teachings set forth herein. It is
therefore to be understood that all such variations, modifications
and changes are believed to fall within the scope of the present
invention as defined by the appended claims.
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