EP1154220A1 - Interface arbitre et soldat - Google Patents

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EP1154220A1
EP1154220A1 EP00128754A EP00128754A EP1154220A1 EP 1154220 A1 EP1154220 A1 EP 1154220A1 EP 00128754 A EP00128754 A EP 00128754A EP 00128754 A EP00128754 A EP 00128754A EP 1154220 A1 EP1154220 A1 EP 1154220A1
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Peter Gerber
Fabian Ochsner
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    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F41—WEAPONS
    • F41G—WEAPON SIGHTS; AIMING
    • F41G3/00—Aiming or laying means
    • F41G3/26—Teaching or practice apparatus for gun-aiming or gun-laying
    • F41G3/2616—Teaching or practice apparatus for gun-aiming or gun-laying using a light emitting device
    • F41G3/2622—Teaching or practice apparatus for gun-aiming or gun-laying using a light emitting device for simulating the firing of a gun or the trajectory of a projectile
    • F41G3/2655—Teaching or practice apparatus for gun-aiming or gun-laying using a light emitting device for simulating the firing of a gun or the trajectory of a projectile in which the light beam is sent from the weapon to the target

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  • the invention relates to computer systems in general and computer systems as Part of an identification / simulation system in particular.
  • Identification / simulation systems are used in military or military-like applications used. In the civilian sector, such systems are mainly used for realistic simulation games used, which allow multiple players to fight-like situations to experience.
  • a typical laser-based identification / simulation system is in the European patent application with application number 97120818.6 (publication number EP 0 859 243 A1), the applicant of the present application.
  • EP 0 859 243 A1 publication number
  • the participants wear belt devices on their bodies with sensors and weapons with a system device which has a modulated laser beam sends out.
  • These belt devices are preferably those in the FIGS belt systems described in the following European patent applications: EP 0 859 243 A1, EP 0 836 068 A1 and EP 0 836 069 A1.
  • the modulated laser beam transmits a message from the gun of the shooter to the belt device of the target party.
  • the targeted party can use a confirmation code return to the shooters.
  • Such a laser identification / simulation system enables - depending on the embodiment - the identification of friends who are friends and that Recognize opposing parties. You can use this system for the so-called friend-enemy Use detection.
  • a laser-based combat simulation system is in the applicant's US Patent 5,788,500 described the present application. This system makes of a special laser Use that emits a continuous laser beam. This type of laser becomes continuous Called Wave (CW) laser.
  • CW Called Wave
  • a computer system 1 is shown as it is in connection with the present Invention can be used.
  • the internal structure of a commercially available computer system 1 is shown schematically in FIG. 2. It has a processor 10, a memory unit 11 (e.g. a RAM), a communication structure 12 (e.g. a computer bus) for Exchanging information between the elements of the computer system 1, and one Operating system software.
  • an input unit 2 e.g. a keyboard, a voice input system, or a touch screen
  • a display 3 e.g. a computer screen or glasses with a built-in display. So that these Input unit 2 and the display 3 in contact with the elements of the computer system 1 can stand, the communication structure 12 has corresponding interfaces 13.
  • FIG. 3 A computer system 20 modified in accordance with the invention is shown in FIG. 3 shown. This computer system 20 is also called a soldier interface because it is a Represents the interface between the individual soldier and his environment.
  • the internal Structure of the computer system 20 is shown schematically in FIG. 4.
  • the computer system 20 receives information from other parties, for example from one Supervisor can get one in addition to the above items Receiving unit 25. Only the antenna 24 of this receiving unit can be seen in FIG. 3.
  • the Antenna 24 can also be integrated into the housing or attached to the belt device that the soldier wears on his body. The shape and design of the antenna 24 depends depends on the type of electromagnetic waves to be received.
  • This receiving unit 25 with antenna 24 is designed such that it is in the communication flow of a Intersoldier communication system can be integrated. Such Intersoldier communication systems are sufficiently set out in the above-mentioned patent applications.
  • the soldier wears a belt device which is part of an identification / simulation system , wherein the belt device is a sensor unit for receiving first electromagnetic waves, a transmission unit for transmitting electromagnetic Waves, an intrasoldier communication system and an evaluation unit contains.
  • This Intrasoldier communication system is used to exchange information between the Sensor unit, the transmitter unit and the evaluation unit.
  • the sensor unit receives one electromagnetic wave (e.g. a light wave) from a gun of a shooter, so this is electromagnetic wave converted into an electrical signal and via the intrasoldier communication system forwarded to the evaluation unit.
  • the signal is evaluated there. If the signal is from a 'friend' of a soldier, the evaluation unit provides a response information ready, which is then sent from the sending unit to the shooter is transmitted. The soldier thus gives himself to the shooter as a "friend" soldier to recognize.
  • the computer system 20 has a communication device 26, to connect the computer system 20 to the intrasoldier communication system. It There are different ones depending on the type of belt system and intrasoldier communication system Forms of communication device 26. If the intrasoldier communication system is a cable-based system, the communication device 26 can be connected to the intrasoldier communication system via a plug connection. If the intrasoldier communication system is an ultrasound system, then one is required Ultrasound receiver as part of the communication device 26. For communication with an infrared intrasoldier communication system needs the communication device 26 an infrared receiver (e.g. with an infrared detector diode).
  • an infrared receiver e.g. with an infrared detector diode
  • the intrasoldier communication can be partially or completely via a so-called Personal Area Network (PAN).
  • PAN Personal Area Network
  • a PAN works by means of small currents, that flow through the soldier’s body. This allows communication between components which the soldier carries and / or holds in his hand.
  • the communication device 26 has a first receiving unit and a second one Receiving unit for communication with the intrasoldier communication system, the second receiving unit can be used if the first receiving unit is disturbed.
  • a computer system 20 needs a GPS unit 27 to determine the position of the soldier.
  • the GPS unit 27 is in turn connected to a GPS antenna 28 which receives position information from a satellite or other system. This antenna 28 can also be integrated into the housing of the computer system 20. You can also do that combine various antennas with each other.
  • the GPS system 27 provides data that it enable the processor to determine the soldier's absolute or relative position.
  • the software module has predefined rules, which are taken into account in the graphic processing. Allow the predefined rules it automatically and depending on the situation, the information relevant to the soldier on the Display.
  • a simple rule can be, for example, that in the dark the Luminosity of the display is reduced.
  • Another rule can cause the computer system in special situations (e.g. if the soldier is captured) is deactivated or destroyed. There is also the possibility of the fighting state of others To interrogate soldiers or devices electronically. You can also add cards to and enemy information to be sent to the soldiers. When working with reconnaissance planes the soldiers can observe the surroundings directly. The position can also your own camp or that of other soldiers. The design of there are no limits to such rules. They allow the computer system to be determined Adapt conditions and can also trigger reactions or actions.
  • the software module uses a kind of filter, of the environmental information is determined and this is shown graphically on the display 23 processed if necessary.
  • the soldier can wear a belt device 40, such as e.g. schematically shown in Fig. 5.
  • This belt device 40 is part of an identification / simulation system, the belt device 40 at least one sensor unit 41 for receiving electromagnetic waves 45, a transmitting unit 42 for transmitting electromagnetic waves 45, an intrasoldier communication system 44 and an evaluation unit 43 contains.
  • the intrasoldier communication system is 44 a wireless system.
  • This intra-soldier communication system 44 is used for information exchange between the sensor unit 41, the transmission unit 42 and the evaluation unit 43.
  • the sensor unit 41 receives an electromagnetic wave 45 from a weapon Protect, this electromagnetic wave 45 is converted into an electrical signal and forwarded to the evaluation unit 43 via the intrasoldier communication system 44.
  • the signal is evaluated there. Is it the signal of a 'friend Soldiers, the evaluation unit 43 provides a response information that is then from the Transmitting unit 42 is transmitted to the shooter. So the soldier gives himself to the shooter recognizable as a "friend" soldier.
  • the computer system 50 is carried by the soldier. It is in present example via a cable 51 and a connector 54 with the belt device 40 connected. Through this cable, the computer system 50 exchanges information with the Belt device and / or its elements 41, 42, 43.
  • the computer system 50 has an antenna connected to a receiving unit. Through this antenna 52 and one wireless communication channel 53, system 50 receives information from another Computer system (e.g. a referee interface).
  • system 50 receives information from another Computer system (e.g. a referee interface).
  • computer system 50 does not have its own display. Instead, the soldier wears one Glasses 60 with a built-in display element.
  • the glasses 60 have a receiver 61 which the intra-soldier channel 44 receives information which is then displayed to the soldier in glasses 60 becomes.
  • Personal digital assistants are particularly suitable for the use according to the invention (PDAs), handheld computers, laptop computers, notebook computers, etc.
  • PDAs personal digital assistants
  • the robustness and the weight are of particular importance. For military use are therefore to take special measures with regard to the housing and the battery life.
  • electromagnetic waves is a synonym for various Types of waves here.
  • optical waves e.g. in the infrared
  • the term soldier is used in the description and in the claims to refer to a enable easier, clearer presentation.
  • the system according to the invention also by other people (e.g. police officers or others Emergency services) can be used. It is also suitable for simulation.
  • the computer system is carried and used by a party. It is about in this sense it is also a kind of soldier who takes part in a combat-like simulation.
  • the description speaks of an intrasoldier communication system. On such communication system can also be used by other people. Out for this reason is in the claims of a so-called intraperson communication system the speech.
  • the computer system according to the invention can be operated by another party, or by a central computer to get the latest information.
  • the latest map information can be transmitted to the computer system.
  • This is a synchronization of all computer systems involved in a fight / simulation possible. Errors can thus be largely avoided.
  • Preferably sets a referee interface is used.
  • This is also a computer system this having elements that use in conjunction with the Enable soldier interface according to the invention. Such systems are from the beginning mentioned identification or simulation systems known.
  • the computer system can also process information that comes from a camera.
  • a such a camera can e.g. wear on the helmet. This can be visual information transmitted from the soldier's computer system to another soldier.
  • the referee interface can also provide information about the health of the person Obtain soldiers. This requires certain sensors that measure the pulse, blood pressure, and record other information. In a first step, this information can be used for be prepared for the soldiers themselves.
  • the software module can be another module which evaluates this information and displays it. This information can also be transmitted to the referee interface. This in turn collects such Information from other soldiers and can make certain decisions based on this information to meet.
  • a soldier interface and the referee interface can be combined into a communication system combine.
  • the first computer system 20 has a first software module, a receiving unit 24, 25 for receiving electromagnetic waves 33 and a communication device 26.
  • This communication device 26 enables it the first computer system 20 a wireless communication channel 33 (Intersoldier communication channel) to connect to the second computer system 30.
  • the second Computer system 30 has corresponding communication means (e.g. a combined transmitter / receiver unit with antenna 34) for receiving and transmitting the electromagnetic Waves, and a special software module for processing electronic map information.
  • the special software module enables the second computer system 30 the electronic map information to determine certain environmental information. This is then sent to the first computer system 20 via the wireless communication channel 33 Posted.
  • the communication system can be improved by the first computer system 20 is equipped with a GPS unit 27, 28 for determining the position of the first soldier 31 is used.
  • the GPS unit 27 is thus in the Computer system 20 integrates position information corresponding to the first software module can provide.
  • the first software module then sends the position of the first soldier 31 via the wireless communication channel 33 to the second Computer system 30.
  • the second computer system 30 can now take into account the Position of the first soldier 31 the corresponding from the electronic map information Environment information determined. This environmental information can then be sent to the first computer system 20 will be sent.
  • the Soldier / user all important information available at all times. Missions are thereby more efficient, more controllable and also safer. Another soldier / participant, e.g. on senior soldier, can go straight into the action via the referee interface intervene and influence its course very directly.

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