EP4241037A1

EP4241037A1 - Training apparatus including a weapon

Info

Publication number: EP4241037A1
Application number: EP21799000.1A
Authority: EP
Inventors: Marcel THOMA
Original assignee: Meritis Ag
Current assignee: Meritis Ag
Priority date: 2020-11-06
Filing date: 2021-10-22
Publication date: 2023-09-13
Also published as: DE102020129255A1; CA3198008A1; WO2022096288A1

Abstract

Training apparatus (1) for at least one user (2), including a weapon (3) and consisting of a device for detecting a hit and a display device (6) for displaying virtual targets (13), wherein: the display device (6), worn by the user, takes the form of an augmented reality (AR) device, which visually displays to the user (2) at least the target (13) to be hit; the weapon (3) takes the form of a firearm, which fires at least one projectile (7); and the projectile (7) is detected by at least one laser (9, 11), evaluated and visually displayed on the display device (6).

Description

Training device with a weapon

The invention relates to a training device with a weapon according to the preambles of patent claims 1, 3, 5 and 12.

Safe handling of a firearm is practiced at a shooting range, for example. Practice and competition shooting takes place here. A shooting range is either a shooting range on an open-air site (shooting range) or a shooting range in a shooting hall or shooting cellar. Weapons are either handguns, rifles or bow weapons. The entire area that can be used by the shooter during practice or competition, including the area behind the shooter, is called the shooting range. During practice or competition, the shooter fires a shot at a target, which can vary in shape, depiction and distance. The target is used to test a shooter's shooting skill or the aiming and hitting accuracy of a firearm. The target is evaluated optically with the eye or by an electronic evaluation machine.

In addition to paper targets, more and more electronic targets are being used these days. These targets are displayed on a monitor, with the shooter shooting at a dark hole in a target frame. The result determined is evaluated by a computer and displayed electronically.

For example, US 2007/0045339 A1 discloses an electronic detection device for a projectile from a weapon, two lasers being arranged in front of the target, which detect the projectile and then display it graphically.

The fired ammunition or the projectile are caught by a bullet trap. A backstop is a device that a firing range behind the targets, which catches projectiles that go through or miss. The bullet trap is designed, for example, as a metal funnel, as a chain bullet trap or as a sand or earth wall.

Laser-assisted weapons are used, for example, in tactical training, which is carried out as a realistic firearms simulation (duel simulation). The simulation is used for the training and exercise of a police officer, a soldier or a person who works in the security service. Of course, the training device can also be used for hobbies or in the private sphere. There, the game is known as laser tag, with users reenacting a realistic combat situation indoors or outdoors.

Such training devices are becoming more and more popular in order to train the safe handling of a weapon under real conditions. This is about safe use with a real weapon, but also training with a weapon under real operating conditions.

DE 10 2016 104 186 A1 discloses a simulator for training a helicopter crew. The user wears virtual reality glasses during training. The user's field of view is recorded by a video camera. The user's hand movements are recorded with the aid of a hand-tracking device. The collected data is then displayed with an image generator in the virtual environment of the virtual reality glasses. However, in the present embodiment, the user only sees virtual representations.

WO 2010/075481 A1 discloses a virtual reality interface system with a depth measurement camera, a treadmill, and a device for determining the position or for checking the viewing direction and for determining the alignment of the weapon telescopic sight, and a computer that processes and displays all data.

So-called augmented reality pistols are also known. The toy gun has a holder for a smartphone. To operate the pistol, an app is required which establishes a connection between the pistol and the smartphone. Several games are stored in the app, whereby the visual games are combined or mixed with the real environment using augmented reality technology. The transmission between the pistol, in particular the trigger, and the smartphone takes place via a Bluetooth connection.

The known training devices have the disadvantage that the virtual scenes are not realistically presented to the training user. Although a virtual environment is displayed with the virtual reality glasses, the user's hand and/or the user's weapons only appear as an avatar in the virtual environment.

The object of the present invention is therefore to provide a realistic training device with which the trainee can continue to see the real environment and, in addition, virtual images in the form of targets and objects are displayed.

The invention is characterized by the technical teaching of claims 1, 3, 5 and 12 in order to solve the task at hand.

An essential feature is that the training device has a display device which is designed as an augmented reality (AR) device, with the weapon being designed as a firearm which fires at least one projectile, with the projectile being detected by at least one laser, evaluated and visually projected onto the Display device is shown.

The projectile is thus detected behind the target by one or more lasers and the trajectory and exact position are determined. This data is saved for further processing.

A laser is understood to mean both the physical effect and the device with which laser beams are generated. The laser generates radiation such as microwaves, infrared, visible light, or ultraviolet light X-ray radiation. In the embodiment according to the invention, for example, lasers with a transit time measurement (eg LIDAR) are used.

Or lasers are used, for example, in which the laser signal is detected by a sensor. The at least one laser then projects a flat laser network, which is detected by sensors located opposite. If a projectile now flies through the laser network, the laser network is interrupted at this point, which is then recorded by the sensors. This allows the exact x-y-z coordinates of the bullet to be determined. If a further laser with a further laser network and at least one sensor is arranged behind it, the ballistics of the projectile can be determined on the basis of the trajectory through the two laser networks.

The display device according to the invention, which is designed as an augmented reality device, has the significant advantage that the trainee continues to see the real environment at least partially, but has additional images superimposed on the display device. The additional information is preferably potential targets or objects at which the weapon is fired or which may not be shot at. However, thanks to the augmented reality device, the trainee is still able to see and use his real weapon. There is thus a live shot at a virtual target. The result of the shot is then displayed to the trainee on the display device.

This represents a significant difference from the known virtual reality devices (VR), in which the trainee no longer perceives the real environment, since every detail is only shown virtually. This means that the trainee and their weapon only see themselves in the form of an avatar. It is therefore not possible to use a live weapon in a virtual reality (VR) device, since the user does not see the live weapon and therefore cannot determine where the projectile is flying.

Augmented Reality (AR) is the computer-aided extension of the perception of reality. The term augmented reality is understood to mean the visual representation of information, with the addition of images or videos, computer-generated additional information or virtual objects are displayed to the user by means of overlays and/or overlays.

With the embodiment according to the invention, it is now possible to display targets and scenarios with the display device (e.g. augmented reality glasses) as part of a shooting training session. The type of goals is adapted to the needs of the user. Different targets can thus be displayed with the display device and different shooting training sessions can be carried out with, for example, sharp weapons, training weapons (e.g. blue and red guns) or color marking ammunition. This results in the advantage that the training device according to the invention is suitable for every industry, such as authorities with armed personnel (police, border guards, etc.), the military, civil security forces, hunters, but also private individuals and marksmen.

For example, photos, targets, objects, animals, videos with people or scenarios are displayed as targets with the display device or displayed in the user's field of vision. The representation takes place in 2D or 3D models. In addition, it is possible to project interactive content onto the display device by placing a person in another room in a blue/green box or other type of background. That person's actions are then projected live onto the display device.

The training device according to the invention can be used for different types of training. These can, for example, be training sessions outdoors or in a building, each with a sharp weapon or a simulation weapon.

It is also possible to create entire virtual or real environments (streets, houses, rooms, landscapes, etc.) and enter potential targets digitally therein and display them with the display device.

The display device is preferably in the form of glasses (AR glasses), a head-up display (eg head-mounted display (HMD)), a smartphone, a tablet or a holography system. For example, the head-mounted display (HMD) includes two displays (or two parts of a single display), with each eye dedicated to its own display. However, it is also possible for the display device to include only one screen, which simultaneously displays two images, one for each of the two eyes, on one screen. Glasses then have a filter function so that only one of the two images is displayed to each eye. Alternatively, a standard 2D screen or mobile device with a 3D viewer or 3D CAD system can be used.

In a preferred embodiment, the weapon is designed as a live firearm that shoots at least one projectile against a bullet trap, with the flying projectile being detected by at least one laser, evaluated in a targeted manner by evaluating the ballistic trajectory and displayed visually on the user-worn display device.

In a further preferred embodiment, the entire image projections are measured digitally, i.e. each point of a target or person can be determined in three or two dimensions.

The data from the training device are processed either by the display device and/or by a computer unit. The computing unit can be designed, for example, as a computer, a server or a cloud. The computer unit is preferably located in the vicinity of the display device. However, it is also possible for the computer unit to be located in a data center or in a cloud. Furthermore, it is also possible for the functions of the computer unit to be executed by software that is executed in the display device.

A weapon is understood to mean a live ammunition weapon, a training ammunition weapon, a training weapon such as a blue or redgun weapon, a laser-based weapon, or an imitation weapon. The following different types of training can be carried out with the training device according to the invention.

Training with a sharp weapon, i.e. sharp shot (indoor and outdoor)

For training with a sharp weapon, i.e. with live ammunition, hit detection is carried out using a laser. One, two or more laser nets are arranged one behind the other in front of the backstop, which project laser nets (=laser signals) that are imperceptible to the eye. The bullet or projectile is detected by the first and/or second laser signal. Since two laser signals are used, an angle calculation and the associated 3D calculation of the ballistics is possible. It is thus possible to determine the exact behavior of a projectile when it is fired from the weapon until it reaches the target.

The term ballistics refers to the shape and behavior of ballistic bodies (e.g. projectiles) during the phases of acceleration, flight and impact. With the help of at least two lasers placed one behind the other, the external ballistics in particular can now be determined and calculated, which includes the behavior of the fired projectile during flight and target ballistics, i.e. the effect of the projectile on the target.

Preferably there are two laser arrays for generating the two laser signals directly in front of or behind the target, i.e. in front of the backstop. However, it is also possible for the two lasers to be arranged in space. As a result, intermediate destinations or destinations in space can also be recorded, for example.

The data from the lasers are compared with the digital image that is projected onto the display device. There is thus a comparison of the xyz coordinates of the digital image with the xyz data of the recorded projectile. The trajectory and hit are calculated and displayed visually on the trainee's display. Optionally, the hit is also displayed on a monitor for the instructor. The ballistics are calculated either with the display device and/or with a computer unit. The calculation is based on bullet weight, muzzle velocity, twist length and ballistic coefficient. The other values, such as visor height, wind direction and zeroing distance can be set in advance.

In a preferred embodiment, at least one position detector is arranged on the weapon and/or on the body of the trainee. If a trainee moves outside the previously defined safety area (e.g. outside the shooting range) or aims the weapon at targets outside the safety area, the training is automatically interrupted. The trainee then receives an optical and/or acoustic message. It is also possible that the trainee wears a device that emits an electrical impulse to the trainer when leaving the security area with the weapon, in the event of a security violation or a virtual hit.

Training with a training weapon

The weapons used are pure training weapons, with which no projectiles are fired. These can be weapons, for example, which electrically or with gas or air pressure simulate the firing of a cartridge, i.e. in particular the recoil. It is also possible that pure plastic training weapons are used without a function. Real weapons that shoot blanks can also be used.

The firing or the triggering of a shot is determined by means of a microphone attached to the weapon, which identifies the bang of the blank cartridge as a signal and transmits it to the system together with an identification of the shooter. When using non-functioning plastic weapons, the shot is fired or detected by a pressure sensor on the trigger (in front of the trigger or behind the trigger).

The weapon and/or the trainee preferably has a position sensor which calculates and transmits the alignment of the weapon and the shooter. The system merges the two data records and displays the hits on the Display device of the trainee. Optionally, the hit is also displayed on a monitor for the instructor. Alternatively, an optional laser can be mounted on the weapon and hit detection can be ensured with a camera.

In this embodiment, too, it is possible to define a security area, with the training being interrupted if the shooter leaves the security area or aims the weapon at targets outside the security area. This ensures that the same exercises can first be carried out with training weapons and then with live weapons with real weapons.

Training using color marker ammunition

The weapons used are special training weapons that fire colored projectiles. When hitting a hard surface, the projectiles burst and leave a dot of color.

Hits are recognized either by means of the laser network, in which at least one or two laser signals arranged one behind the other are projected, which detect the projectile of the color marking ammunition and calculate the trajectory and the hit position. Or the weapon and/or the trainee have a position sensor which calculates and transmits the position data of the weapon and the shooter.

In a preferred embodiment, the training device consists of the following components:

• Computer unit, which compares, calculates and visually displays the position data from sensors with the digital data of the target display.

The linking of various hardware components and the integration of AR glasses in the shooting simulation or in the shooting training in connection with position sensors, the digital representation of targets (photos, videos, live stream, interactive targets, abstract targets (circles, triangles, etc.) )).

• Display device, such as AR glasses • Position sensors

• Automatic target image display using sensors

In a further preferred embodiment, the training device is used for training on a shooting range (so-called CQB training facilities) in buildings or in the field for dynamic training. In this case, automatic target representations can be triggered on the display device by means of sensors (light barriers, thermal image, printing plates). For example, if a trainee enters a room, a target image is automatically transmitted to the display device. The transmission takes place automatically via a radio network or Bluetooth when the sensor is activated (e.g. crossing the light barrier). These sensors are wirelessly connected to the system. In addition, targets or objects without sensors can be displayed based on the position identification of the trainee.

The sensors can be installed stationary in training centers or used mobile for temporary facilities and are connected to the control system via radio link or cable.

In addition to the training device, further protection for a method for operating the training device is claimed. The procedure comprises the following procedural steps:

• firing of at least one projectile (7) from a weapon (3), which is designed as a firearm;

• Detection of the flying projectile (7) by at least one laser (9, 11)

• Evaluation of the ballistics (8) of the projectile (7)

• Evaluation of whether the projectile (7) hit the virtual target (13);

• Representation of the hit in the display device (6).

In a further preferred embodiment, a firing range and a safety range are defined with the training device. A security area is For example, it is always necessary when real projectiles are fired with the weapon during the training session. A commercially available, sharp weapon is preferably used. This can be a service weapon, for example.

The training device is used, for example, in a closed room, a shooting range or a shooting range. In these environments, it must be ensured that the live projectile is caught by a bullet trap or the like and that no people or objects in the vicinity of the user are hit. Since the user is in a stressful situation during the training session, it can happen that the live projectile misses the actual target or a shot is unintentionally fired in a different direction. This is prevented with the training power and the definition of a firing range and a safety range.

A firing range is the area within which the live projectile may be fired. The shot area preferably corresponds to the size of the backstop behind it. The target is shown by the display device within the firing range. Furthermore, the lasers, which are used to detect the projectile, are located in the firing range.

There are various ways of determining the firing range and the safety range.

• the two areas (firing and safety area) can be defined using coordinates (e.g. satellite position coordinates);

• the two areas are defined by angles. For example, the firing range extends over 90° and the safety range over 270°;

• the two areas are defined using tags. For example, at least one RFID tag is arranged on each of the two side surfaces of the bullet trap. It is of course also possible for several tags to be arranged within a room or on a shooting range; In addition, for example, the user and/or the weapon is equipped with a sensor with which the position is determined. The sensor can be designed, for example, as a position sensor or as an acceleration sensor. Furthermore, the alignment of the weapon can be determined with at least one sensor, with a computing unit defining a firing range and a safety range and checking the current alignment of the weapon with regard to the ranges.

The weapon preferably has a sensor in the form of a tracker. This allows more than one weapon to be used on the same target at the same time. Furthermore, an exact evaluation of hits can be made with regard to reaction time, muzzle angle, shot time, hit point, effect and number of shots.

The training device has, for example, a control unit that controls the orientation of the weapon, with the control unit detecting and reporting when the previously defined safety area is left. Either the control unit is designed separately and is integrated into the computing unit.

The data is evaluated by the computing unit and a corresponding action is carried out which can be perceived by the user. The promotions can be different and can also be combined with each other. This can be an acoustic or optical signal and/or a tactile action, for example. The user of the training device is thus informed by various devices that he or the weapon is within the firing range or outside of the firing range, i.e. in the safety range.

The following examples show various options and devices for the shooting and security area.

If the weapon is aimed at a target within the firing range, this is indicated to the user by means of an optical signal (eg green) with the display device displayed. If the weapon is moved outside the firing range, ie into the safety area, the user receives a new optical signal (eg red). The transitions between the firing range and the safety range can be indicated to the user, for example, with a further optical signal (eg orange).

Furthermore, it is possible that when the weapon leaves the firing range, an acoustic, haptic or visual signal is emitted which the user perceives.

Another example is that the user can only trigger or use the weapon within the firing range. Once the weapon is moved into the safe zone, no more projectiles can be fired. This is achieved, for example, with a locking device on the weapon's trigger or an electronically controlled firing mechanism. During training, the weapon is unlocked. As soon as the user moves the weapon from the firing zone into the safe zone, the locking device is activated, which prevents a projectile from being fired.

It is also possible that training will be interrupted if the user leaves the safe area or aims the weapon at targets outside the safe area.

Another example of a device for detecting the shot and safety area is that the user wears at least one pad that emits an impulse. The impulse can be, for example, a stimulating current or a vibration signal, which causes the user to experience muscular contracting pain or stimulation. As soon as the weapon is moved outside the firing range into the safe zone, the user receives a pulse via the pad.

The subject matter of the present invention results not only from the subject matter of the individual patent claims, but also from the combination of the individual patent claims with one another. All information and features disclosed in the documents, including the abstract, in particular the spatial configuration shown in the drawings, are claimed to be essential to the invention insofar as they are new compared to the prior art, individually or in combination.

In the following, the invention is explained in more detail with reference to drawings showing only one embodiment. Further features and advantages of the invention that are essential to the invention emerge from the drawings and their description.

Show it:

Figure 1: schematic representation of a training user in a

training room

FIG. 2: schematic representation of a user with a display device

FIG. 3: Representation of a pair of glasses with a display device

FIG. 4: schematic plan view of a training room with AR targets

Figure 5: Representation of the user and his security area

The training device 1 with a user 2 is shown in FIG. The user 2 is in a training room 19 with a ceiling 16 and a floor 15.

The user 2 carries a weapon 3, which is designed as a firearm and shoots live projectiles 7. The user 2 wears a helmet 4 on his head, which has a display device 5 . The display device 5 is an augmented reality (AR) device or glasses, which is designed as a head-up display 6 . The display device 5 or the head-up display is arranged on the helmet 4 in the area of the user's field of vision 17 . This means that the user 2 looks through the display device 5 . As a result, the user not only sees the real environment, but the user 2 is additionally shown virtual images with the augmented reality (AR) device in the field of view 17 .

According to FIG. 1, the augmented reality (AR) device superimposes the visual target 13 (dashed representation) on the user 2 in his field of vision 17 , which target is designed as a target 23 . The user 2 thus perceives not only the real training room 19 , the real weapon 3 , his real hand and equipment etc. within his field of vision 17 , but also the visually represented target 13 , which is in the form of a target 23 .

With the real weapon 3, the user 2 fires one or more shots, as a result of which a projectile 7 flies along the trajectory, i.e. the ballistics 8, and is caught by the bullet trap 14.

A first laser 9, which is arranged in front of, behind or at the level of the bullet trap 16 in the training room 19, projects a first laser signal 10. A second laser 11 is arranged behind the first laser 15 of the training room 19 and projects a second laser signal 12. The two Lasers 9, 10 are arranged one after the other at a distance from one another.

Alternatively, a laser network is formed from several lasers and sensors, which is arranged in the area of the bullet trap.

The fired projectile 7 flies along the trajectory through the first laser signal 10 and then through the second laser signal 12 and is thus detected by both lasers 9, 11. By arranging two lasers 9, 11 one behind the other, the ballistics 8 of the projectile 7 can now be determined. It is now possible to determine a hit on the virtual target 13 on the basis of this data. This means that a hit from a real projectile 7 in a virtual target 13, ie on the target 23, is determined. Both the ballistics 8 of the projectile 7 and the data from the augmented reality (AR) device are recorded by a computer unit, evaluated and displayed on the display device 5 of the user 2 . It is also possible for the data presented to be displayed on an external monitor, so that external parties or third parties have the opportunity to follow the shooting training.

The display device 5 represents the target 13 to be hit virtually, with the current position of the virtual target 13 being recorded when a shot is fired from the weapon 3 . The ballistics data 8 of the projectile 7 then follow. The position of the virtual target 13 is then evaluated using the ballistics 8 and the result (=hit) is displayed on the display device 5 .

The user 2 with a helmet 4 is shown in FIG. The display device 5, which is designed as an augmented reality (AR) device, is located in the field of view 17 of the user 2. According to FIG. 2, the display device 5 is in the form of a head-up display 6 . The display device 5 can also be designed as glasses 18 or just as a display, which is arranged on the user 2 with a detachable attachment.

FIG. 3 shows the display device 5, which is designed as augmented reality (AR) glasses. The glasses 18 consist of a curved or straight frame element, with a display 5 being arranged in the field of vision 17 of the user 2 . In the field of view 17 of the user 2, recordings can be made over the whole area or individually.

FIG. 4 shows the course of training with the training device 1 as an example. The training with the training device 1 takes place in a training room 19, which is divided by several walls. During the training, the user 2 wears a display device 5 in the area of his field of vision 17, with which virtual targets 13 are shown to him with the augmented reality (AR) device. It is crucial that the user 2 can see all real objects, such as walls, doors, ceilings, floors, furniture, his weapon, his hands or his feet and his equipment through the display device 5 during the training. The user 2 enters the training room 19 through the entrance 20 and runs through the sensor field 22a, which is generated by two sensors 21a. Passing through the sensor field 22 is detected by the sensors 21 and communicated to the processing unit 25 by radio. The computing unit 25 now sends data to the display device 5 of the user 2. The data is a representation of a virtual target 13a, which is represented as a human opponent 24a according to FIG. The computer unit 25 can also specify when and where the opponent 24a is to be displayed on the display device 5 of the user 2 .

In order to eliminate the opponent 24a, the user 2 must now fire a live shot with his weapon 4 in the direction of the virtual target 13a. The projectile 7 fired is now detected by the two lasers 9 , 11 and the data is sent to the processing unit 25 . The projectile 7 is caught by a bullet trap, not shown. The computing unit 25 calculates the ballistics 8 of the projectile 7 and can thereby determine whether the user 2 has hit the virtual opponent 24a or not. The result of the shot (hit) is displayed to the user 2 on his display device 5 .

The user 2 now continues to walk within the training room 19 and crosses another sensor field 22b, which is emitted by the sensors 21b. The sensors 21b report this back to the computer unit 25, which sends a further virtual target 13b to the display device 5 of the user 2. The computer unit 25 also indicates when and where the virtual target 13b is presented to the user 2 in the form of another personal opponent 24b.

As soon as the user 2 sees the virtual opponent 24, another shot is fired with the weapon 3 in his direction. The projectile 7 is detected by the lasers 9, 11 and the data is sent to the computer unit 25. The computer unit 25 now again determines the ballistics 8 of the projectile 7 and calculates whether the user 2 has hit the virtual target 13b or not. The result is then displayed to the user 2 on his display device 5 . The training device 1 with a safety area 27 and a firing area 28 is shown in FIG. The term safety area 27 is understood to mean a defined area within which no projectile may be fired. This means that the security area 27 is a kind of protected area and is excluded from shooting practice. The safety area 27 is, for example, an area where there are other people who could be accidentally hit by the projectile.

The user 2 carries a weapon 3 which fires a real projectile 7 . The display device 5 with the augmented reality (AR) device is located in the field of view 17 of the user 2 . The display device 5 is in the form of glasses (mixed reality glasses), with the user 2 seeing the surroundings as if through normal glasses or reading glasses, but holographic, virtual targets 13 are additionally displayed in the field of view 17 .

In the embodiment according to FIG. 5, the safety area 27 extends over an angle of 270° and the firing area 28 over an angle of 90°. The firing range 28 can also be marked by two tags 29 which are each located at the two ends of the bullet trap 14 . In addition, the user 2 and/or the weapon 3 has a position sensor. Preferably, the computing unit 25 will now use the position sensor and the two tags 29 to determine the firing range 28 and the safety range 27 and carry out the respective actions should the user 2 move his weapon 3 outside of the firing range 27 . The actions can be, for example, an optical and/or acoustic message or an impulse or another haptic signal.

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1. Training device

2. User

3. Weapon

Claims

patent claims

1 . Training device (1) for at least one user (2) with a weapon (3), consisting of a device for detecting a hit and a display device (6) for displaying virtual targets (13), the user-worn display device (6) being augmented Reality (AR) device is designed, which at least visually represents the target to be hit (13) to the user (2), characterized in that the weapon (3) is designed as a firearm which shoots at least one projectile (7), wherein the projectile (7) is detected by at least one laser (9, 11), evaluated and displayed visually on the display device (6).

2. Training device (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that the training device (1) has one or two lasers (9, 11) arranged one behind the other, which detect the projectile (7) and from this the ballistics (8) of the projectile (7 ) determine.

3. Training device (1) for at least one user (2) with a weapon (3), consisting of a device for detecting a hit and a display device (6) for displaying virtual targets (13), the user-worn display device (6) is designed as an augmented reality (AR) device which visually represents at least the target (13) to be hit to the user (2), characterized in that the weapon (3) is designed as a training weapon, the weapon having a device with which the actuation of the trigger of the weapon (3) and the orientation of the weapon (3) can be determined, the shot being able to be represented visually on the display device (6).

4. Training device (1) according to claim 3, characterized in that the determination of the actuation of the trigger of the weapon (3) takes place by means of a microphone or a pressure sensor.

5. Training device (1) for at least one user (2) with a weapon (3), consisting of a device for detecting a hit and a display device (6) for displaying virtual targets (13), the user-worn display device (6) is designed as an augmented reality (AR) device which visually displays at least the target (13) to be hit to the user (2), characterized in that the weapon (3) is designed as a laser-assisted training weapon, the laser beam being targeted with a detection device is detected and the shot can be displayed visually on the display device (6).

6. Training device (1) according to one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that the training device (1) has at least one sensor (21) which determines the position of the user (2) and the representation of a specific virtual target (13) triggers on the display device.

7. Training device (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the augmented reality (AR) device is designed as glasses.

8. Training device (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the augmented reality (AR) device is designed as a head-up display.

9. Training device (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the training device (1) has a control unit (26) which controls the orientation of the weapon (3), wherein when leaving the weapon (3) one previously defined security area (27), the control unit (26) determines this and reports.

10. Training device (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that the display device represents images, photos and / or videos visually with 2D or 3D models.

11. Training device according to one of claims 1 to 10, characterized in that the sensor is designed as a light barrier, thermal imaging camera or pressure plate.

12. A method for operating a training device (1) for at least one user (2) with a weapon (3), consisting of a device for detecting a hit and a display device (6) for displaying virtual targets (13), the user-worn Display device (6) is designed as an augmented reality (AR) device, which visually displays at least the target (13) to be hit to the user (2), characterized by the following method steps:

12.1 firing of at least one projectile (7) from a weapon (3) which is designed as a firearm;

12.2 Detection of the flying projectile (7) by at least one laser (9, 11)

12.3 Evaluation of the ballistics (8) of the projectile (7)

12.4 Evaluation of whether the projectile (7) has hit the virtual target (13);

12.5 Representation of the hit in the display device (6).

13. Training device (1) according to one of claims 1 to 11, characterized in that the orientation of the weapon (3) can be determined with at least one sensor, with a computing unit (25) defining a firing range (28) and a safety range (27). and controls the current orientation of the weapon with respect to the areas (27, 28).

14. Trainingsvormchtung (1) according to claim 13, characterized in that leaving the firing range (28) with the weapon (3) of the computing unit (25) can be detected and triggers an action.

15. Training device (1) according to claim 14, characterized in that the action is an acoustic or optical signal and/or a tactile action.