Steven Murdock - Mission Viejo CA, US Kenneth Baun - Trabuco Canyon CA, US John LaBelle - Long Beach CA, US
International Classification:
F41G 1/38
US Classification:
042126000, 042142000, 042122000
Abstract:
Systems and methods usable to facilitate adjustments to a sighting device, such as a scope. In one example, an adjustment calculator associated with the scope receives data relating to a distance to a target and relating to at least one environmental variable, such as for example, wind and/or humidity, which may affect the trajectory of a projectile. The adjustment calculator processes the data and calculates a recommended scope adjustment. For instance, the adjustment calculator may output a number of adjustment “clicks” for a rifle scope in order to at least partially compensate for the distance and/or the environmental variable(s). In another example, the adjustment calculator receives data relating to properties of ammunition that may affect the trajectory of the ammunition.
Apparatus And Methods For Locating And Identifying Remote Objects
John E. Smith - Mission Viejo CA, US John LaBelle - Long Beach CA, US Brian Tingey - Fountain Valley CA, US John Hoot - San Clemente CA, US Kenneth Baun - Trabuco Canyon CA, US
International Classification:
G01C 17/34
US Classification:
33268
Abstract:
A sighting device may be used to identify and/or locate remote celestial and/or terrestrial objects. The device may include one or more gravity sensors and one or more magnetic sensors that are used to determine the direction in which the device is aimed. Once the aiming direction is determined, a device control system may be used to access an object database and determine a likely candidate object on or near the aiming direction. The device may include capability to output audiovisual information related to the object. The device may be configured to provide audiovisual commands that direct the user to point the device toward a desired or target location, thereby allowing the user to locate objects with unknown positions. The device may be used as a control system for telescopes and other optical devices.