U.S. patent application number 14/208511 was filed with the patent office on 2015-09-24 for light adjusting scope.
The applicant listed for this patent is Zachary Alan Carroll. Invention is credited to Zachary Alan Carroll.
Application Number | 20150268000 14/208511 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 54141780 |
Filed Date | 2015-09-24 |
United States Patent
Application |
20150268000 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Carroll; Zachary Alan |
September 24, 2015 |
LIGHT ADJUSTING SCOPE
Abstract
A polarized, photochromic, antireflective lens for a gun scope
is provided. This specialized lens may be placed within a gun
scope. For example, the gun scope may include an objective lens
with a polarized, photochromic lens, with an antireflective
coating. The present invention may further include a gun scope cap
that includes a polarized, photochromic lens with an antireflective
coating. The gun scope cap fits over a gun scope, covering the
objective lens. Further use of this optical technology could be
applied to drones, binoculars and spotting scopes.
Inventors: |
Carroll; Zachary Alan;
(Pomona Park, FL) |
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Applicant: |
Name |
City |
State |
Country |
Type |
Carroll; Zachary Alan |
Pomona Park |
FL |
US |
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Family ID: |
54141780 |
Appl. No.: |
14/208511 |
Filed: |
March 13, 2014 |
Current U.S.
Class: |
42/111 |
Current CPC
Class: |
F41G 1/38 20130101 |
International
Class: |
F41G 1/38 20060101
F41G001/38 |
Claims
1. A scope comprising: a scope body comprising a first end and a
second end, wherein the first end comprises an ocular lens, and the
second end comprises an objective lens, wherein the objective lens
is at least one of polarized, photochromic, and antireflective.
2. The scope of claim 1, wherein the objective lens comprises an
anti reflective coating.
3. The scope of claim 1, wherein the objective lens is polarized,
photochromic, and comprises an antireflective coating.
4. A lens cap comprising: a body portion having a first end and a
second end, wherein the second end forms an opening to a cavity
formed within the body portion; a lens mounting ring formed at the
first end of the body portion; and a lens that is at least one of
polarized, photochromic, and antireflective, wherein the lens is
within the lens mounting ring.
5. The lens cap of claim 5, further comprising a gun scope
comprising a first end and a second end, wherein the first end of
the gun scope comprises an ocular lens and the second end of the
gun scope comprises an objective lens.
6. The lens cap of claim 6, wherein the cavity is formed to fit
over and secure to the second end of the gun scope and cover the
objective lens.
7. The lens cap of claim 5, wherein the lens is polarized,
photochromic, and antireflective.
8. The lens cap of claim 1, wherein the lens comprises an anti
reflective coating.
Description
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0001] The present invention relates to a gun scope and, more
particularly, to a light adjusting gun scope.
[0002] A scope is a sighting device that is based on an optical
refracting telescope. It is equipped with some form of graphic
image pattern mounted in an optically appropriate position within
the optical system to give an accurate aiming point. Telescopic
sights are used with all types of accurate aiming systems most
commonly found on firearms, particularly rifles.
[0003] Current rifle scopes contain regular clear lenses that can
cause glare, reflection of light, and reduced visual acuity when
sighting a target. This reduces the eye's capability to process
images sharply and clearly. Glare, ultraviolet exposure, and eye
strain are all issues with the current clear objective lenses on
scopes.
[0004] As can be seen from the background summation provided, there
is a need for a light adjusting lens within a gun scope.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0005] In one aspect of the present invention, a scope comprises a
scope body, constructed of a first end and a second end. The first
end is constructed of an ocular lens, and the second end
constructed of an objective lens, wherein the objective lens is at
least one of polarized, photochromic, and antireflective.
[0006] In another aspect of the present invention, as an
alternative to replacing the gun scope's objective lens, a lens cap
comprises a body portion having a first end and a second end. The
second end forms an opening to a cavity formed within the body
portion; a lens mounting ring formed at the first end of the body
portion; and a lens that is at least one of polarized,
photochromic, and antireflective, wherein the lens is within the
lens mounting ring.
[0007] These and other features, aspects and advantages of the
present invention will become better understood with reference to
the following drawings, description and claims.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0008] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of the present invention in
use;
[0009] FIG. 2 is an exploded perspective view of the present
invention;
[0010] FIG. 3 is a side elevation view with parts broken away;
[0011] FIG. 4 is a detail cross-sectional view indicated by line
4-4 of FIG. 3; and
[0012] FIG. 5 is a side elevation view of an alternate embodiment
with parts broken away.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0013] The following detailed description is of the best currently
contemplated modes of carrying out exemplary embodiments of the
invention. The description is not to be taken in a limiting sense,
but is made merely for the purpose of illustrating the general
principles of the invention, since the breadth of the invention is
best defined by the appended claims.
[0014] The present invention includes a light adjusting lens for
rifle scopes. The present invention includes a polarized,
photochromic and anti-reflective filter lens that can adjust to any
light situation. Utilizing the photochromic polarized lens with
anti-reflective coating, up to 100% of the ultraviolet light may be
blocked and glare may be eliminated. This improves the eye's
capability to process images with higher acuity and reduced eye
strain for better accuracy in sighting a target.
[0015] Broadly, an embodiment of the present invention provides a
polarized, photochromic, antireflective lens for a gun scope. This
specialized lens may be placed within a gun scope. For example, the
gun scope may include an objective lens with a polarized,
photochromic lens, with an antireflective coating. The present
invention may further include a gun scope cap that includes a
polarized, photochromic lens with an antireflective coating. The
gun scope cap fits over a gun scope, covering the objective
lens.
[0016] Referring to FIGS. 1 through 5, the present invention
includes an antireflective gun scope 16. The gun scope 16 may
include a scope body 26 with a first end 28 and a second end 18.
The first end includes an eyepiece and an ocular lens. The second
end 18 includes the objective bell with an objective lens 24. The
objective lens 24 may be polarized, photochromic, and/or include an
antireflective coating 22. In certain embodiments, the lens 24 may
be polarized, and a photochromic lens with an antireflective
coating 22 and may darken on exposure to specific types of light,
such as ultraviolet radiation.
[0017] The present invention may further include a lens cap 10. The
lens cap 10 may include a body portion 12 having a first end and a
second end. The second end forms an opening to a cavity formed
within the body portion 12. A lens mounting ring 13 may be formed
at the first end of the body portion 12. A lens 14 within the lens
mounting ring 13 may include a polarized, photochromic,
antireflective material 22. The lens cap 10 is formed to fit over
the second end of the gun scope 16, covering a clear objective lens
20.
[0018] Reducing the glare and blocking the ultraviolet light
improves the versatility of the scope for use in all topography and
weather conditions. The present invention improves the contrast of
viewed objects and thereby maximizing the visual acuity of the
intended target. As mentioned above, the present invention may be a
lens mounted within an existing scope, or alternatively the present
invention may include a cap formed to fit over the lens of the
scope.
[0019] In alternate embodiments, the polarized, photochromic,
antireflective lens of the present invention may be used in drones
that are monitored remotely but their use may be improved by
providing a clear visual image with high acuity and resolution. The
polarized, photochromatic lens with antireflective coating may also
be used with binoculars, spotting scopes, and any weaponry that
employs optical technology aiming to sharpen images for
accuracy.
[0020] It should be understood, of course, that the foregoing
relates to exemplary embodiments of the invention and that
modifications may be made without departing from the spirit and
scope of the invention as set forth in the following claims.
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