EP1340956A2 - Telescopic sight with inside display - Google Patents

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EP1340956A2
EP1340956A2 EP03002709A EP03002709A EP1340956A2 EP 1340956 A2 EP1340956 A2 EP 1340956A2 EP 03002709 A EP03002709 A EP 03002709A EP 03002709 A EP03002709 A EP 03002709A EP 1340956 A2 EP1340956 A2 EP 1340956A2
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  • the invention relates to a telescopic sight according to the preamble of patent claim 1.
  • a rifle scope with the designation ZF3-12X with LEM is known from the company Swarovsky, where the adjustment of the ballistic compensation is made via a conventional one Height rotating ring is made.
  • This rifle scope has an integrated Laser distance meter on. The measurement result of the laser distance meter is in the field of view mirrored by the user. The reflection is done with a three-digit Seven segment display.
  • a fire control system is known from EP 57 304, which one Includes laser rangefinder and riflescope.
  • Such fire control systems become Target control of shot systems provided in tanks. Simply because of it Their dimensions are not suitable for handguns. Come in addition, that such fire control systems are expensive.
  • a method for adjusting a visor is known from DE 40 03 932.
  • This visor too is equipped with a laser rangefinder, depending on the detected Distance the sight mark is adjusted with the help of a motor.
  • an optical display can be provided in the riflescope through which the shooter about the respective operating state of the riflescope in relation to the process of a automated positioning of the target marker is informed.
  • a sighting device with an illuminated target is known from EP 651 225 A1, where the radiation required for illuminating the target is sufficient Ambient light through a light collector containing luminescent material provided. If the ambient light is insufficient, a battery is required to operate the illuminated target mark provided.
  • the invention has for its object to provide a telescopic sight in which an exact Adjustment of the target marking is possible without interrupting the scene observation.
  • the invention was based on the object even in poor visibility enable exact adjustment and verification of the ballistic compensation, one lighting of the adjustment elements is avoided. A light would change the position the shooter unmasked what is undesirable ..
  • the invention was also based on the object of increasing the marksmanship.
  • a control element here in the form of a rotating ring intended.
  • This control element can be used to set how long the Target marking and the display should be illuminated and thus for the shooter in the Optical field of view of the riflescope appears visible after the control or a Another control element, here also the rotating ring at short notice, for example by a short one Press, has been pressed. Due to this adjustability, the shooter can choose by Illumination time itself affects the energy consumption associated with the display.
  • Luminous brightness can affect manually.
  • the riflescope 1 comprises an objective 3 and an eyepiece 5. Between the A reversing system, not shown in FIG. 1, is arranged in objective 3 and eyepiece 5. The lens, reversing system and eyepiece are arranged in a tube.
  • the reversal system includes a target marker, which means of an elevation drive can be adjusted in the vertical direction.
  • the target marker can by a diode arranged on a glass plate, as known from DE 100 46 878, to be provided.
  • DE 100 46 878 is expressly intended to disclose the content of these Registration include.
  • other targets, such as one could also be used cross-like target mark, where the center area is not covered by the target mark, be provided.
  • a horizontal drive in FIG. 1 is used to adjust the target marking in the horizontal direction not shown, provided that at an angle of 90 ° C to the elevator drive and optical axis of the telescopic sight is arranged.
  • On the opposite of the elevation Side of the scope is usually a device for attaching the scope provided on a rifle or weapon.
  • the riflescope shown in Figure 1 is due to its compactness and weight suitable for use with small arms.
  • the elevation drive 7 is provided with a sensor, preferably in the form of a Film resistance, provided.
  • the adjustment of the elevation drive 7 detected.
  • the angle of rotation of the elevation drive 7 is recorded as an analog signal and converted into a digital signal since in this embodiment as A digital processor 21 is provided for control purposes. Is an analog working Control device provided, this conversion is not necessary.
  • the signal fed to the processor 21, which characterizes the position of the elevation drive, is compared with a value table stored in the processor 21, from which the ballistic The course of the curve can be seen, i.e. at what distance the floor below Normal conditions will hit. Since the ballistic curve of ammunition type and Depends on the rifle type, preferably several value tables are stored in the processor 21, that can be selected. Routines can also be stored in the processor, by determining the impact position of the air pressure, the wind speed and the wind direction, the slope of the terrain and the slope of the run are taken into account can. The wind direction and the wind force can e.g. determined by a laser measuring device and are fed to the processor 21 via one of the existing interfaces.
  • the Inclination of the barrel can be determined by an inclination sensor provided on the weapon are fed to the processor 21. Even a weapon can be used in the calculation of the Impact point can be included in the calculation of the impact point. How to Tilting of the weapon against the vertical axis due to the acting gravitational force is specified is described in DE 22 59913.
  • the distance determined by the processor is shown in the optical field of view by means of a display 17 of the shooter.
  • a display 17 of the shooter In the illustrated embodiment, there is a three-digit number Display 17, each location 19 comprises seven segments.
  • This display is 17 preferably arranged in the ocular image plane of the telescopic sight 1 or is in the Mirrored in the eyepiece image plane of the telescopic sight 1.
  • the Processor 21 determines the distance at which the projectile will hit.
  • an electronic device is provided which the Illumination intensity of target marking and display to the brightness of the in the field of view adjusts the scene, but at the same time a manual access of the shooter in allows this control system.
  • the manual control of the lighting intensity can be done here a rotary resistor designed as a rotating ring or a button function.
  • a control element for lighting adjustment on / off, light / dark, is operated, so a preset timer controls the duration of the active display lighting.
  • the one button function can also be used during active lighting Lighting duration can be set.
  • the lighting can be activated, for example, by briefly pressing the rotary ring other settings during this time by turning the rotary ring be made. As long as a setting is made, the lighting remains preferably activated. If no adjustment is made or the lighting has only been switched off a short-term activation activates, the illumination of the display goes out after elapse the predetermined period of time. A period of 3-4 seconds has proven particularly suitable exposed.
  • the numbers 19 of the display 17 are approximately in the lower quarter of the optical field of view Riflescope 1 visible to the shooter.
  • the display 17 is with the processor connected via a foil conductor.
  • the processor 21 has a keypad 23 in Signal connection. Using this keypad 23, it is possible to set which information and / or what type of display the shooter desires. So can display the distance e.g. can be selected in meters or yards. It is also possible using the keyboard, the Accuracy, for example, accurate to centimeters. Furthermore, such a choice between different stored value tables that correspond to different ballistics, to be hit. The different ballistics depend in particular on the one used Bullet type and the rifle or weapon used. It can also be provided certain terrain conditions, for example an inclined terrain or To be able to enter wind conditions when displaying a distance be taken into account.
  • the user can also use the keypad to determine which he wants a measure for the adjustment of the elevation button, for example in the form of clicks.
  • a click is an adjustment of the elevation drive to a predetermined one Measure of what the user can do by overcoming resistance when turning the Elevation drive becomes clear, i.e. when you press the elevation button, you feel Protect a rest.
  • Further sensors can be provided, the recorded signals of which are sent to the processor are supplied and depending on which corrected or modified value table for the distance to be displayed is used.
  • the value tables you can also mathematical descriptions of the value tables can be stored in the processor using which the value to be displayed is determined.
  • the detection of the inclination of the barrel of the weapon is an advantageous one Additional information that can be used to determine the distance. Furthermore can be provided, in the event of a detected tilt of the weapon the shooter in the display to signal, which can reduce the number of misses.
  • This reading in of the data can take place, for example, using a PC via a serial interface or via a special bar or bar code or one to be passed through a slot Data card can be performed.
  • An infrared interface can also be used as an interface be provided, which allow convenient transfer of data from, for example, a PC or Laptops allowed, which all have an IR interface as standard.
  • the infrared interface can be received via the keyboard 23 of the telescopic sight 1 is preferably designed as a membrane keyboard 25 with two or more keys can be activated.
  • a 3.6 volt lithium cell can be provided as the energy source. This can, for example, in the elevation level below the telescopic sight to be installed transversely to the firing direction. It can also be provided to provide a rechargeable battery as an energy source, the can be charged by means of a solar cell provided on the telescopic sight.

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The device has an objective, an inversion system, an eyepiece and a target marker that can be adjusted in the vertical direction with an elevation drive. The elevation drive (7) has a sensor (9) with which adjustments conducted with the drive can be detected, whereby the detected adjustment is graphically displayed for the gunner in the sighting telescope.

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Die Erfindung betrifft ein Zielfernrohr gemäß dem Oberbegriff des Patentanspruchs 1.The invention relates to a telescopic sight according to the preamble of patent claim 1.

Von der Firma Swarovsky ist ein Zielfernrohr mit der Bezeichnung ZF3-12X mit LEM bekannt, bei dem die Einstellung der Ballistischen Kompensation wird über einen konventionellen Höhendrehring vorgenommen wird. Dieses Zielfernrohr weist einen integrierten Laserentfemungsmesser auf. Das Messergebnis des Laserentfemungsmessers wird in das Sehfeld des Benutzers eingespiegelt. Die Einspiegelung erfolgt mit einer dreistelligen Siebensegmentanzeige.A rifle scope with the designation ZF3-12X with LEM is known from the company Swarovsky, where the adjustment of the ballistic compensation is made via a conventional one Height rotating ring is made. This rifle scope has an integrated Laser distance meter on. The measurement result of the laser distance meter is in the field of view mirrored by the user. The reflection is done with a three-digit Seven segment display.

Weiterhin ist aus der EP 57 304 ein Feuerleitsystem bekannt, welches einen Laserentfernungsmesser und ein Zielfernrohr umfasst. Solche Feuerleitsysteme werden zur Zielsteuerung von in Panzern vorgesehenen Schusssystemen eingesetzt. Schon allein aufgrund ihrer Dimensionierung sind diese Systeme für Handfeuerwaffen nicht geeignet. Hinzu kommt, dass solche Feurerleitsysteme teuer sind.Furthermore, a fire control system is known from EP 57 304, which one Includes laser rangefinder and riflescope. Such fire control systems become Target control of shot systems provided in tanks. Simply because of it Their dimensions are not suitable for handguns. Come in addition, that such fire control systems are expensive.

Aus der DE 40 03 932 ist ein Verfahren zur Justierung eines Visiers bekannt. Auch dieses Visier ist mit einem Laserentfernungsmesser versehen, wobei in Abhängigkeit von der detektierten Entfernung die Visiermarke mit Hilfe eines Motors justiert wird. Weiterhin ist aus dieser Schrift bekannt, dass eine optische Anzeige im Zielfernrohr vorgesehen sein kann, durch die der Schütze über den jeweiligen Betriebszustand des Zielfernrohres in bezug auf den Vorgang einer automatisierten Positionierung der Zielmarkierung informiert wird.A method for adjusting a visor is known from DE 40 03 932. This visor too is equipped with a laser rangefinder, depending on the detected Distance the sight mark is adjusted with the help of a motor. Furthermore, from this writing known that an optical display can be provided in the riflescope through which the shooter about the respective operating state of the riflescope in relation to the process of a automated positioning of the target marker is informed.

Aus der DE 201 19 281 U1 ist eine automatische Allwetter-Beleuchtung für Zielfernrohre bekannt. Dabei wird die Helligkeit der Visiermarke mittels eines lichtabhängigen Widerstandes der zu einem Festwiderstand parallel geschaltet ist automatisiert gesteuert.DE 201 19 281 U1 describes automatic all-weather lighting for riflescopes known. The brightness of the sight mark is determined by means of a light-dependent resistor which is connected in parallel to a fixed resistor is controlled automatically.

Aus der EP 651 225 A1 ist eine Visiervorrichtung mit einer beleuchteten Zielmarke bekannt, wobei die für die Beleuchtung der Zielmarke erforderliche Strahlung bei ausreichendem Umgebungslicht durch einen lumineszierendes Material enthaltenden Lichtsammlers bereitgestellt wird. Für nicht ausreichendes Umgebungslicht ist eine Batterie für den Betrieb der beleuchteten Zielmarke vorgesehen.A sighting device with an illuminated target is known from EP 651 225 A1, where the radiation required for illuminating the target is sufficient Ambient light through a light collector containing luminescent material provided. If the ambient light is insufficient, a battery is required to operate the illuminated target mark provided.

Der Erfindung liegt die Aufgabe zugrunde ein Zielfernrohr bereitzustellen, bei dem eine exakte Justierung der Zielmarkierung ohne Unterbrechung der Szenenbeobachtung möglich ist.The invention has for its object to provide a telescopic sight in which an exact Adjustment of the target marking is possible without interrupting the scene observation.

Weiterhin lag der Erfindung die Aufgabe zugrunde auch bei schlechten Sichtverhältnissen eine exakte Justierung und Überprüfung der ballistischen Kompensation zu ermöglichen, wobei eine ein Anleuchten der Justierelemente vermieden wird. Durch ein Anleuchten würde die Position des Schützen enttarnt, was unerwünscht ist..Furthermore, the invention was based on the object even in poor visibility enable exact adjustment and verification of the ballistic compensation, one lighting of the adjustment elements is avoided. A light would change the position the shooter unmasked what is undesirable ..

Der Erfindung lag weiterhin die Aufgabe zugrunde die Treffsicherheit zu erhöhen.The invention was also based on the object of increasing the marksmanship.

Durch die Maßnahme ein Zielfernrohr mit einem Elevationstrieb zu versehen, dessen Position mittels eines Sensors delektiert wird, wobei diese detektierte Einstellung für einen Schützen im optischen Sehfeld des Zielfernrohres angezeigt wird, wird eine exakte Einstellung der Elevation ermöglicht, wodurch auch die Treffsicherheit erhöht wird. Weiterhin wird dadurch es dem Schützen auch bei schlechten Lichtverhältnissen ermöglicht, die Elevation auf die gewünschte Position einzustellen.By the measure to provide a riflescope with an elevation drive, its position is detected by a sensor, this detected setting for a shooter in the optical field of view of the riflescope is displayed, an exact adjustment of the elevation enables, which also increases the accuracy. Furthermore, it becomes the Protect even in poor lighting conditions, elevation to the desired one Position.

Es hat sich als vorteilhaft herausgestellt, diese Darstellung mit der gleichen Lichtintensität wie die Zielmarkierung zu beleuchten.It has proven to be advantageous to use this display with the same light intensity as to illuminate the target marker.

Es hat sich als vorteilhaft herausgestellt, die mittels des Sensors detektierte Einstellung des Elevationstriebes einem Prozessor zuzuführen, wobei dem Schützen eine der detektierten Einstellung des Elevationstriebes entsprechende Entfernung angezeigt wird. Weiterhin hat es sich als vorteilhaft herausgestellt, dass in dem Prozessor 21 mehrere Wertetabellen hinterlegt sind, wobei der Schütze eine Wertetabelle, die bei der Bestimmung der angezeigten Entfernung zugrundegelegt werden soll, auswählen kann. It has proven to be advantageous to adjust the setting of the Feed the elevator drive to a processor, with the shooter detecting one of the Setting the elevation drive corresponding distance is displayed. Furthermore it has it has been found to be advantageous that several value tables are stored in the processor 21 are, the shooter a table of values that is used in determining the distance shown should be used as a basis.

Es hat sich als vorteilhaft herausgestellt, dem Prozessor ein Tastenfeld zuzuordnen, über das eine Auswahl einer Wertetabelle und/oder eine gewünschte Anzeigeart ausgewählt werden kann. Als Anzeigearten kommt zum Beispiel das Maßsystem oder die Genauigkeit, mit der eine Entfernung angezeigt werden soll, in Frage. Weiterhin kann vorgesehen sein, mittels dieses Tastenfelds weitere Informationen dem Prozessor, wie zum Beispiel Temperatur, Neigung eines Geländes, Windstärke und Windrichtung zuzuführen.It has been found to be advantageous to assign the processor a keyboard via which one Selection of a table of values and / or a desired display type can be selected. As Display types come, for example, the measurement system or the accuracy with which a distance to appear in question. It can also be provided by means of this keypad further information to the processor, such as temperature, slope of a terrain, Feed wind strength and wind direction.

In einem bevorzugten Ausführungsbeispiel ist ein Bedienelement, hier in Form eines Drehringes vorgesehen. Mittels diesem Bedienelementes kann eingestellt werden, wie lange die Zielmarkierung sowie die Anzeige beleuchtet werden soll und somit für den Schützen in dem optischen Sehfeld des Zielfernrohres sichtbar erscheint, nachdem das Bedienelement oder ein weiteres Bedienelement, hier auch der Drehring kurzfristig, zum Beispiel durch kurzzeitiges Drücken, betätigt worden ist. Durch diese Einstellbarkeit, kann der Schütze durch die Wahl der Leuchtdauer den mit der Anzeige verbundenen Energieverbrauch selbst beeinflussen.In a preferred embodiment is a control element, here in the form of a rotating ring intended. This control element can be used to set how long the Target marking and the display should be illuminated and thus for the shooter in the Optical field of view of the riflescope appears visible after the control or a Another control element, here also the rotating ring at short notice, for example by a short one Press, has been pressed. Due to this adjustability, the shooter can choose by Illumination time itself affects the energy consumption associated with the display.

Weiterhin kann vorgesehen sein, dass der Schütze durch Betätigung dieses Drehknopfes die Leuchthelligkeit manuell beeinflussen kann.Furthermore, it can be provided that the shooter by pressing this knob Luminous brightness can affect manually.

Es hat sich als vorteilhaft herausgestellt, eine Schnittstelle am Zielfernrohr vorzusehen, über die weitere Daten in dem Prozessor eingelesen werden können. Insbesondere hat sich das Vorsehen einer Infrarotschnittstelle als vorteilhaft herausgestellt, da durch eine derartige Schnittstelle ein dichtes Gehäuse des Zielfernrohres weiterhin problemlos gewährleistet werden kann und mittlerweile die PC's serienmäßig über Infrarotschnittstellen verfügen. Damit erlaubt eine derartige Schnittstelle ein komfortables Einlesen mittels eines PC's. Weiterhin kann das Einlesen von Informationen über Barcodes vorgesehen sein.It has proven to be advantageous to provide an interface on the riflescope via which further data can be read into the processor. In particular, the provision an infrared interface was found to be advantageous because such an interface tight housing of the riflescope can still be easily guaranteed and meanwhile the PC's have infrared interfaces as standard. This allows one such interface a comfortable reading using a PC. Furthermore, that Reading of information via barcodes can be provided.

Weitere vorteilhafte Maßnahmen sind in weiteren Unteransprüchen beschrieben.Further advantageous measures are described in further subclaims.

Die Erfindung wird anhand des in den Figuren 1 und 2 dargestellten Ausführungsbeispiel näher beschrieben. Es zeigt:

  • Figur 1: Zielfernrohr
  • Figur 2: Digitale Innenablesung für ein Zielfernrohr
    • The invention is described in more detail with reference to the embodiment shown in Figures 1 and 2. It shows:
  • Figure 1: Rifle scope
  • Figure 2: Digital interior reading for a rifle scope

    • Anhand von Figur 1 wird zunächst der prinzipielle Aufbau eines Zielfernrohres 1 näher beschrieben. Das Zielfernrohr 1 umfasst ein Objektiv 3 und ein Okular 5. Zwischen dem Objektiv 3 und dem Okular 5 ist ein Umkehrsystem, in Figur 1 nicht dargestellt, angeordnet. Objektiv, Umkehrsystem und Okular sind in einem Tubus angeordnet. Eine Darstellung eines Zielfernrohres aus dem eine mögliche Konstruktion eines Umkehrsystem entnehmbar ist, ist beispielsweise die EP 654 650 B1. Das Umkehrsystem umfasst eine Zielmarkierung, die mittels eines Elevationstriebes in vertikaler Richtung eingestellt werden kann. Die Zielmarkierung kann durch eine auf einer Glasplatte angeordnete Diode, wie aus der DE 100 46 878 bekannt, bereitgestellt werden. Die DE 100 46 878 soll ausdrücklich zum Offenbarungsinhalt dieser Anmeldung gehören. Es könne jedoch auch andere Zielmarken, wie beispielsweise eine kreuzähnliche Zielmarkierung, bei der der Mittenbereich nicht durch Zielmarke verdeckt ist, vorgesehen sein.With reference to FIG. 1, the basic structure of a telescopic sight 1 is first described described. The riflescope 1 comprises an objective 3 and an eyepiece 5. Between the A reversing system, not shown in FIG. 1, is arranged in objective 3 and eyepiece 5. The lens, reversing system and eyepiece are arranged in a tube. An illustration of a Riflescope from which a possible construction of a reversing system can be found for example EP 654 650 B1. The reversal system includes a target marker, which means of an elevation drive can be adjusted in the vertical direction. The target marker can by a diode arranged on a glass plate, as known from DE 100 46 878, to be provided. DE 100 46 878 is expressly intended to disclose the content of these Registration include. However, other targets, such as one, could also be used cross-like target mark, where the center area is not covered by the target mark, be provided.

    Zur Justierung der Zielmarkierung in horizontaler Richtung ist ein Horizontaltrieb in Figur 1 nicht dargestellt, vorgesehen, der in einem Winkel von 90°C zum Elevationstrieb und zur optischen Achse des Zielfernrohres angeordnet ist. Auf der der Elevation gegenüberliegenden Seite des Zielfernrohres ist üblicherweise eine Einrichtung zur Befestigung des Zielfernrohres auf einem Gewehr bzw. Waffe vorgesehen.A horizontal drive in FIG. 1 is used to adjust the target marking in the horizontal direction not shown, provided that at an angle of 90 ° C to the elevator drive and optical axis of the telescopic sight is arranged. On the opposite of the elevation Side of the scope is usually a device for attaching the scope provided on a rifle or weapon.

    Das in Figur 1 dargestellte Zielfernrohr ist aufgrund seiner Kompaktheit und seines Gewichtes für den Einsatz bei Handfeuerwaffen geeignet.The riflescope shown in Figure 1 is due to its compactness and weight suitable for use with small arms.

    Anhand von Figur 2 wird die Funktion des Zielfernrohres 1 und der Aufbau detaillierter beschrieben. Der Elevationstrieb 7 ist mit einem Sensor, vorzugsweise in Form eines Folienwiderstandes, versehen. Mittels des Sensors wird die Einstellung des Elevationstriebes 7 detektiert. Hierzu wird der Drehwinkel des Elevationstriebes 7 als Analogsignal aufgenommen und in ein digitales Signal umgewandelt, da bei diesem Ausführungsbeispiel als Steuereinrichturig ein digital arbeitender Prozessor 21 vorgesehen ist. Ist eine analog arbeitende Steuereinrichtung vorgesehen, so ist diese Konvertierung nicht erforderlich. The function of the telescopic sight 1 and the construction are explained in more detail with reference to FIG described. The elevation drive 7 is provided with a sensor, preferably in the form of a Film resistance, provided. The adjustment of the elevation drive 7 detected. For this purpose, the angle of rotation of the elevation drive 7 is recorded as an analog signal and converted into a digital signal since in this embodiment as A digital processor 21 is provided for control purposes. Is an analog working Control device provided, this conversion is not necessary.

    Das dem Prozessor 21 zugeführte Signal, das die Position des Elevationstriebes charakterisiert, wird mit einer im Prozessor 21 hinterlegten Wertetabelle verglichen, aus dem der ballistische Kurvenverlauf zu entnehmen ist, d.h. in welcher Entfernung das Geschoss unter Normalbedingungen auftreffen wird. Da die ballistische Kurve von Munitionstyp und vom Gewehrtyp abhängt, sind in dem Prozessor 21 vorzugsweise mehrere Wertetabellen hinterlegt, die ausgewählt werden können. Weiterhin können in dem Prozessor Routinen hinterlegt sein, durch die bei der Bestimmung der Auftreffposition der Luftdruck, die Windgeschwindigkeit und die Windrichtung die Geländeneigung sowie die Neigung des Laufes berücksichtigt werden können. Die Windrichtung und die Windstärke kann z.B. durch ein Lasermessgerät bestimmt werden und über eine der vorhandenen Schnittstellen dem Prozessor 21 zugeführt werden. Die Neigung des Laufes kann durch einen an der Waffe vorgesehenen Neigungssensor bestimmt und dem Prozessor 21 zugeführt werden. Auch ein der Waffe kann bei der Berechnung des Auftreffpunktes kann bei der Berechnung des auftreffpunkte miteinbezogen werden. Wie sich ein Verkanten der Waffe gegenüber der Vertikalachse, die durch die wirkende Gravitationskraft festgelegt ist, ist in der DE 22 59913 beschrieben.The signal fed to the processor 21, which characterizes the position of the elevation drive, is compared with a value table stored in the processor 21, from which the ballistic The course of the curve can be seen, i.e. at what distance the floor below Normal conditions will hit. Since the ballistic curve of ammunition type and Depends on the rifle type, preferably several value tables are stored in the processor 21, that can be selected. Routines can also be stored in the processor, by determining the impact position of the air pressure, the wind speed and the wind direction, the slope of the terrain and the slope of the run are taken into account can. The wind direction and the wind force can e.g. determined by a laser measuring device and are fed to the processor 21 via one of the existing interfaces. The Inclination of the barrel can be determined by an inclination sensor provided on the weapon are fed to the processor 21. Even a weapon can be used in the calculation of the Impact point can be included in the calculation of the impact point. How to Tilting of the weapon against the vertical axis due to the acting gravitational force is specified is described in DE 22 59913.

    Die vom Prozessor ermittelte Entfernung wird mittels einer Anzeige 17 in dem optischen Sehfeld des Schützen angezeigt. In dem dargestellten Ausführungsbeispiel ist eine dreistellige Anzeige 17, wobei jede Stelle 19 sieben Segmente umfasst, vorgesehen. Diese Anzeige 17 ist vorzugsweise in der Okularbildebene des Zielfernrohres 1 angeordnet bzw. wird in die Okularbildebene des Zielfernrohres 1 eingespiegelt. Mittels dieser Anzeige 17 wird die vom Prozessor 21 ermittelte Entfernung, in der das Geschoss auftreffen wird, angezeigt. Zur Einstellung der Beleuchtung dieser Anzeige, sowie zur Einstellung der Beleuchtung der Zielmarkierung, ist eine elektronische Einrichtung vorgesehen, welche die Beleuchtungsintensität von Zielmarkierung und Anzeige an die Helligkeit des im Sehfeld befindlichen Szenenbildes anpasst, gleichzeitig aber einen manuellen Zugriff des Schützen in dieses Regelsystem zulässt. Hierbei kann die manuelle Steuerung der Beleuchtungsintensität über eine als Drehring ausgestalteten Drehwiderstand oder eine Tastenfunktion erfolgen.The distance determined by the processor is shown in the optical field of view by means of a display 17 of the shooter. In the illustrated embodiment, there is a three-digit number Display 17, each location 19 comprises seven segments. This display is 17 preferably arranged in the ocular image plane of the telescopic sight 1 or is in the Mirrored in the eyepiece image plane of the telescopic sight 1. By means of this display 17 the Processor 21 determines the distance at which the projectile will hit. to Setting the lighting of this display, as well as setting the lighting of the Target marking, an electronic device is provided which the Illumination intensity of target marking and display to the brightness of the in the field of view adjusts the scene, but at the same time a manual access of the shooter in allows this control system. The manual control of the lighting intensity can be done here a rotary resistor designed as a rotating ring or a button function.

    Wird ein Bedienelement zur Beleuchtungseinstellung , ein/aus, hell/dunkel, betätigt , so kontrolliert ein voreinstellbarer Zeitgeber die Dauer der aktiven Anzeigebeleuchtung. If a control element for lighting adjustment, on / off, light / dark, is operated, so a preset timer controls the duration of the active display lighting.

    Vorzugsweise kann während der aktiven Beleuchtung auch über die eine Tastenfunktion die Leuchtdauer eingestellt werden.Preferably, the one button function can also be used during active lighting Lighting duration can be set.

    Es kann beispielsweise durch ein Kurzzeitiges Drücken des Drehringes die Beleuchtung aktiviert werden und während dieser Zeit durch drehen des Drehringes weitere Einstellungen vorgenommen werden. Solange eine Einstellung vorgenommen wird, bleibt die Beleuchtung vorzugsweise aktiviert. Erfolgt keine Einstellung mehr oder wurde die Beleuchtung nur durch eine kurzeitige Betätigung aktiviert, so erlischt die Beleuchtung der Anzeige nach Verstreichen der vorbestimmten Zeitdauer. Eine Zeitdauer von 3-4 Sekunden hat sich als besonders geeignet herausgestellt.The lighting can be activated, for example, by briefly pressing the rotary ring other settings during this time by turning the rotary ring be made. As long as a setting is made, the lighting remains preferably activated. If no adjustment is made or the lighting has only been switched off a short-term activation activates, the illumination of the display goes out after elapse the predetermined period of time. A period of 3-4 seconds has proven particularly suitable exposed.

    Die Ziffern 19 der Anzeige 17 werden ca. im unteren Viertel des optischen Sehfeldes des Zielfernrohres 1 für den Schützen sichtbar. Vorzugsweise ist die Anzeige 17 mit dem Prozessor über einen Folienleiter verbunden.The numbers 19 of the display 17 are approximately in the lower quarter of the optical field of view Riflescope 1 visible to the shooter. Preferably, the display 17 is with the processor connected via a foil conductor.

    In dem dargestellten Ausführungsbeispiel steht der Prozessor 21 mit einem Tastenfeld 23 in Signalverbindung. Mittels dieses Tastenfeldes 23 ist es möglich einzustellen, welche Angabe und/oder welche Art der Anzeige der Schütze wünscht. So kann eine Anzeige der Entfernung z.B. in Metern oder in Yard gewählt werden. Weiterhin ist es mittels der Tastatur möglich, die Genauigkeit, zum Beispiel auf Zentimeter genau, einzustellen. Weiterhin kann so eine Auswahl zwischen verschiedenen hinterlegten Wertetabellen, die verschiedenen Ballistiken entsprechen, getroffen werden. Die verschiedenen Ballistiken sind insbesondere abhängig vom verwendeten Geschosstyp und vom verwendeten Gewehr bzw. von der verwendeten Waffe. Es kann auch vorgesehen sein, bestimmte Geländebedingungen zum Beispiel ein geneigtes Gelände oder Windbedingungen eingeben zu können, die bei der anschließenden Anzeige einer Entfernung berücksichtigt werden. Weiterhin kann der Benutzer auch über das Tastefeld bestimmen, das er ein Maß für die Verstellung des Elevationsknopfes zum Beispiel in Form von Klicks wünscht. Bei einem Klick handelt es sich um eine Verstellung des Elevationstriebes um ein vorbestimmtes Maß, was dem Benutzer durch Überwinden eines Widerstandes beim Drehen des Elevationstriebes verdeutlich wird, d.h. bei der Betätigung des Elevationsknopfes spürt der Schütze eine Rastung. In the exemplary embodiment shown, the processor 21 has a keypad 23 in Signal connection. Using this keypad 23, it is possible to set which information and / or what type of display the shooter desires. So can display the distance e.g. can be selected in meters or yards. It is also possible using the keyboard, the Accuracy, for example, accurate to centimeters. Furthermore, such a choice between different stored value tables that correspond to different ballistics, to be hit. The different ballistics depend in particular on the one used Bullet type and the rifle or weapon used. It can also be provided certain terrain conditions, for example an inclined terrain or To be able to enter wind conditions when displaying a distance be taken into account. Furthermore, the user can also use the keypad to determine which he wants a measure for the adjustment of the elevation button, for example in the form of clicks. A click is an adjustment of the elevation drive to a predetermined one Measure of what the user can do by overcoming resistance when turning the Elevation drive becomes clear, i.e. when you press the elevation button, you feel Protect a rest.

    Es können weitere Sensoren vorgesehen sein, deren aufgenommene Signale dem Prozessor zugeführt werden und in Abhängigkeit von denen korrigierte bzw. modifizierte Wertetabelle für die anzuzeigende Entfernung herangezogen Werden. Anstelle der Wertetabellen können auch mathematische Beschreibungen der Wertetabellen in dem Prozessor hinterlegt sein, anhand von denen der anzuzeigende Wert bestimmt wird.Further sensors can be provided, the recorded signals of which are sent to the processor are supplied and depending on which corrected or modified value table for the distance to be displayed is used. Instead of the value tables you can also mathematical descriptions of the value tables can be stored in the processor using which the value to be displayed is determined.

    Insbesondere ist die Detektion der Neigung des Laufs der Waffe eine vorteilhafte Zusatzinformation, die in die Bestimmung der Entfernung mit einfließen kann. Weiterhin kann vorgesehen sein, bei einer detektierten Verkantung der Waffe dem Schützen dies in der Anzeige zu signalisieren, wodurch sich die Anzahl von Fehlschüssen reduzieren lässt.In particular, the detection of the inclination of the barrel of the weapon is an advantageous one Additional information that can be used to determine the distance. Furthermore can be provided, in the event of a detected tilt of the weapon the shooter in the display to signal, which can reduce the number of misses.

    Weitere Daten wie Temperatur, Luftdruck und Windgeschwindigkeit und Windrichtung können durch vorsehen von Sensoren registriert und verrechnet werden oder über das Tastenfeld eingegeben werden und somit bei der Bestimmung der angezeigten Entfernung berücksichtigt werden. Um auch nachträglich noch Wertetabellen einlesen zu können, ist es vorgesehen, bei dem Zielfernrohr 1 eine Schnittstelle 31 zur Eingabe von Daten in den Prozessor 21 vorzusehen. So können die mittels eines Einschießens der jeweiligen Waffe gewonnenen Daten komfortabel eingelesen werden, die dann beim anschließenden Betrieb berücksichtigt werden. Weiterhin ist es möglich über diese Schnittstelle 31 individuelle Werte, wie Abstand der Waffenachse zur optischen Achse des Zielfernrohres, Referenzierung der Winkelposition des Höhendrehringes auf eine bestimmte Einschießentfernung.Other data such as temperature, air pressure and wind speed and wind direction can can be registered and offset by providing sensors or via the keypad entered and thus taken into account when determining the displayed distance become. In order to be able to read in value tables later, it is planned to use to provide the riflescope 1 with an interface 31 for entering data into the processor 21. The data obtained by shooting in the respective weapon can thus be convenient be read in, which are then taken into account during subsequent operation. Furthermore it is possible via this interface 31 individual values, such as distance from the weapon axis to the optical axis of the telescopic sight, referencing the angular position of the rotating bezel a certain shooting range.

    Dieses Einlesen der Daten kann beispielsweise mittels eines PC über eine serielle Schnittstelle oder über einen speziellen Strich- bzw. Barcode oder eine durch einen Schlitz zu führende Datenkarte durchgeführt werden. Als Schnittstelle kann auch eine Infrarotschnittstelle vorgesehen sein, die ein komfortables Übertragen von Daten von beispielsweise einem PC bzw. Laptop erlaubt, die heutzutage alle schon serienmäßig eine IR-Schnittstelle aufweisen. Die Empfangsbereitschaft der Infrarotschnittstelle kann über die Tastatur 23 des Zielfernrohres 1, die vorzugsweise als Folientastatur 25 mit zwei oder mehr Tasten ausgebildet ist, aktiviert werden.This reading in of the data can take place, for example, using a PC via a serial interface or via a special bar or bar code or one to be passed through a slot Data card can be performed. An infrared interface can also be used as an interface be provided, which allow convenient transfer of data from, for example, a PC or Laptops allowed, which all have an IR interface as standard. The The infrared interface can be received via the keyboard 23 of the telescopic sight 1 is preferably designed as a membrane keyboard 25 with two or more keys can be activated.

    Als Energiequelle kann eine 3,6 Volt Lithiumzelle vorgesehen sein. Diese kann beispielsweise in der Elevationsebene unterhalb des Zielfernrohres quer zur Schussrichtung eingebaut sein. Es kann auch vorgesehen werden, als Energiequelle eine Wiederaufladbare Batterie vorzusehen, die mittels einer am Zielfernrohr vorgesehenen Solarzelle aufgeladen werden kann.A 3.6 volt lithium cell can be provided as the energy source. This can, for example, in the elevation level below the telescopic sight to be installed transversely to the firing direction. It can also be provided to provide a rechargeable battery as an energy source, the can be charged by means of a solar cell provided on the telescopic sight.

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  • 1 Zielfernrohr 06. Feb. 20031 riflescope Feb. 6, 2003
  • 3 Objektiv3 lens
  • 5 Okular5 eyepiece
  • 7 Elevationstrieb7 elevation drive
  • 9 Sensor, Folienwiederstand9 sensor, film resistance
  • 11 Beleuchtungssensor11 lighting sensor
  • 13 Drehring13 rotating ring
  • 15 Energieversorgung15 energy supply
  • 17 Anzeige17 display
  • 19 7-Segmentziffer19 7-segment number
  • 21 Prozessor21 processor
  • 23 Tastenfeld23 keypad
  • 25 Folientastatur25 membrane keyboard
  • 27 Helligkeitssteuerung27 Brightness control
  • 29 Folienleiter29 foil conductors
  • 31 Infrarotschnittstelle31 infrared interface

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    Zielfernrohr umfassend ein Objektiv, ein Umkehrsystem, ein Okular und eine Zielmarkierung, die mittels eines Elevationstriebes in vertikaler Richtung verstellt werden kann, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass der Elevationstrieb (7) mit einem Sensor (9) versehen ist, durch den die mittels des Elevationstriebes (7) vorgenommene Einstellung detektiert wird, wobei diese detektierte Einstellung für den Schützen im Zielfernrohr graphisch dargestellt wird.Riflescope comprising a lens, a reversing system, an eyepiece and a target mark, which can be adjusted in the vertical direction by means of an elevation drive, characterized in that the elevation drive (7) is provided with a sensor (9) by means of which the elevation drive ( 7) the setting made is detected, this detected setting being graphically represented for the shooter in the telescopic sight. Zielfernrohr nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die mittels des Sensors (9) detektierter Einstellung einem Prozessor bzw. Microcontroller (21) zugeführt wird und eine der eingestellten Elevation entsprechende Entfernung mittels einer Anzeige (17) angezeigt wird.Rifle scope according to claim 1, characterized in that the setting detected by means of the sensor (9) is fed to a processor or microcontroller (21) and a distance corresponding to the set elevation is displayed by means of a display (17). Zielfernrohr nach Anspruch 2, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass in dem Prozessor (21) mehrere Wertetabellen hinterlegt sind.Rifle scope according to claim 2, characterized in that a plurality of value tables are stored in the processor (21). Zielfernrohr nach einem der Ansprüche 2 oder 3, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass dem Prozessor (21) ein Bedienelement, vorzugsweise Tastenfeld (25), zugeordnet ist, über das dem Prozessor (21) Informationen zugeführt werden können.Rifle scope according to one of claims 2 or 3, characterized in that the processor (21) is assigned an operating element, preferably a keypad (25), via which information can be supplied to the processor (21). Zielfernrohr mindestens nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass eine elektronische Einrichtung (27) vorgesehen ist, durch die die Helligkeit bzw. Beleuchtungsintensität der Anzeige und der Zielmarkierung abgestimmt auf die Helligkeit im Zielgebiet geregelt wird.Rifle scope at least according to Claim 1, characterized in that an electronic device (27) is provided, by means of which the brightness or illumination intensity of the display and the target marking is regulated in a manner coordinated with the brightness in the target area. Zielfernrohr mindestens nach Anspruch 5, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass durch manuelle Betätigung eines der Helligkeitsteuerung zugeordneten Betätigungselementes die Helligkeitssteuerung verändert werden kann. Rifle scope at least according to claim 5, characterized in that the brightness control can be changed by manual actuation of an actuating element assigned to the brightness control. Zielfernrohr nach Anspruch 1 oder 5, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass ein Bedienelement, vorzugsweise Drehring (13), für eine Aktivierung der Beleuchtung der Zielmarkierung vorgesehen ist.Rifle scope according to Claim 1 or 5, characterized in that an operating element, preferably a rotating ring (13), is provided for activating the illumination of the target marking. Zielfernrohr nach Anspruch 6, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass dem Bedienelement (13) ein Beleuchtungssensor (11), vorzugsweise Photoempfänger, zugeordnet ist, durch den die Einstellung des Bedienelementes (13) und eine Betätigung des Bedienelement detektiert wird, wobei dieses Signal an den Prozessor (21) weitergeleitet wird.Riflescope according to claim 6, characterized in that the operating element (13) is assigned an illumination sensor (11), preferably a photo receiver, by means of which the setting of the operating element (13) and actuation of the operating element is detected, this signal being sent to the processor ( 21) is forwarded. Zielfernrohr nach Anspruch 8, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass mittels des Bedienelementes (13) die Beleuchtungsdauer der Zielmarkierung sowie der Anzeige, die nach einer kurzzeitigen Betätigung des Bedienelementes (13) normalerweise erfolgt, eingestellt werden kann.Rifle scope according to claim 8, characterized in that by means of the control element (13) the illumination duration of the target marking and the display, which normally takes place after a brief actuation of the control element (13), can be set. Zielfernrohr mindestens nach Anspruch 9, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass ein Zeitgeber vorgesehen ist, der mit Betätigung des Bedienelementes aktiviert wird und durch den die Beleuchtungsdauer on Anzeige und Zielmarkierung gesteuert wird..Rifle scope at least according to claim 9, characterized in that a timer is provided which is activated when the control element is actuated and by which the duration of illumination is controlled on the display and target marking. Zielfernrohr nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass der Prozessor (21)mit einer Schnittstelle über die Daten , insbesondere Wertetabellen eingelesen werden können, versehen ist.Rifle scope according to claim 1, characterized in that the processor (21) is provided with an interface via which data, in particular value tables, can be read. Zielfernrohr nach Anspruch 11 dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass als Schnittstelle eine Infrarotschnittstelle (31) vorgesehen ist.Rifle scope according to claim 11, characterized in that an infrared interface (31) is provided as the interface. Zielfernrohr nach Anspruch 4, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass als Tastenfeld (23) eine Folientastatur (25) vorgesehen ist.Rifle scope according to claim 4, characterized in that a membrane keyboard (25) is provided as the keypad (23). Zielfernrohr nach mindestens einem der vorangegangenen Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Anzeige (17) in eine Bildebene des Zielfernrohres (1), vorzugsweise in der Okularebene, eingespiegelt wird. Rifle scope according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the display (17) is reflected in an image plane of the rifle scope (1), preferably in the eyepiece plane. Zielfernrohr nach mindestens einem der vorangegangenen Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass im Prozessor (21) verschiedene Wertetabellen für verschiedene Munitionstypen für einen oder verschiedene Waffentypen hinterlegt sind.Rifle scope according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that different value tables for different ammunition types for one or different weapon types are stored in the processor (21). Zielfernrohr nach mindestens einem der vorangegangenen Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass über die Tastatur (23) unterschiedliche Ortsbedingungen, wie Windrichtung und Windstärke, Geländeneigung, Laufneigung gegenüber der Waagerechten, Verkantung der Waffe eingegeben werden können oder durch Sensoren detektiert werden und bei der Bestimmung der eingestellten aktuellen Ballistik und dem angezeigten Wert mit berücksichtigt werden.Rifle scope according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that different local conditions, such as wind direction and wind strength, terrain inclination, barrel inclination with respect to the horizontal, canting of the weapon can be entered or can be detected by sensors and in the determination of the set using the keyboard (23) current ballistics and the displayed value are taken into account. Zielfernrohr nach mindestens einem der vorangegangenen Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass eine durch einen Sensor detektierte Waffenverkantung dem Schützen durch ein sichtbares Signal angezeigt wird oder über den Prozessor ein manuell zu koregierender Betrag angezeigt wird, der hauptsächlich eine Seitenabweichung darstellt.Rifle scope according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a gun tilt detected by a sensor is indicated to the shooter by a visible signal or a manually corrected amount is displayed via the processor, which mainly represents a lateral deviation.
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