WO2009030384A1 - Lowerable optical adaptor, in particular for a combat vehicle equipped with a weapon - Google Patents

Lowerable optical adaptor, in particular for a combat vehicle equipped with a weapon Download PDF

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WO2009030384A1
WO2009030384A1 PCT/EP2008/006940 EP2008006940W WO2009030384A1 WO 2009030384 A1 WO2009030384 A1 WO 2009030384A1 EP 2008006940 W EP2008006940 W EP 2008006940W WO 2009030384 A1 WO2009030384 A1 WO 2009030384A1
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Hans Saule
Armin Diller
Jochen Kraus
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Rheinmetall Landsysteme Gmbh
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    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F41—WEAPONS
    • F41A—FUNCTIONAL FEATURES OR DETAILS COMMON TO BOTH SMALLARMS AND ORDNANCE, e.g. CANNONS; MOUNTINGS FOR SMALLARMS OR ORDNANCE
    • F41A23/00—Gun mountings, e.g. on vehicles; Disposition of guns on vehicles
    • F41A23/20—Gun mountings, e.g. on vehicles; Disposition of guns on vehicles for disappearing guns
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F41—WEAPONS
    • F41G—WEAPON SIGHTS; AIMING
    • F41G3/00—Aiming or laying means
    • F41G3/22—Aiming or laying means for vehicle-borne armament, e.g. on aircraft
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F41—WEAPONS
    • F41H—ARMOUR; ARMOURED TURRETS; ARMOURED OR ARMED VEHICLES; MEANS OF ATTACK OR DEFENCE, e.g. CAMOUFLAGE, IN GENERAL
    • F41H5/00—Armour; Armour plates
    • F41H5/26—Peepholes; Windows; Loopholes

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  • a viewing device for combat vehicles describes the DE 36 32 923 A1.
  • a functional, wear and retrofit-oriented breakdown into individual components with standardized interfaces is proposed.
  • Such optics are usually mounted on the weapon-carrying tower of the vehicle in close proximity to the weapon. The negative is that when driving in rough terrain, the optics is exposed to the back whipping branches, for example. Even when transporting the vehicle, the outstanding appearance is sometimes disturbing.
  • the invention takes on the task to show a way how the optics can be protected while driving or transport.
  • the invention is based on the idea to lower the entire look while driving or vehicle transport.
  • the prerequisite for this is that the optics are mechanically decoupled from the weapon carrier or the weapon.
  • For the lowering of the decoupled optical recording at least three spindles or a spindle and at least three guides are provided.
  • the optics are mounted on a plate, which can be lowered along the guides in a so-called transport position and then raised back to the working position.
  • the plate can be locked in both positions. Pins can be used in addition to the lock for centering the plate in the two end positions.
  • FIG. 2 shows an extract representation of the most important components for lowering the optics from FIG. 1, FIG.
  • FIG. 3 shows the Generalturmansicht of FIG. 1 with lowered optics.
  • Fig. 1 shows in a partial view of a tower 1 for receiving a weapons system (not shown in detail) of a likewise unspecified darg Homelanden vehicle with extended optics 2 (here a panoramic look).
  • a protective cell for an operation is marked on the front side wall of the weapon carrier or the weapon is installed.
  • the optics 2 is connected with the weapon system and serves to target a target.
  • the optics 2 is mechanically separated from the weapon system, in particular the weapon barrel of the weapon system and designed lowerable in housing 6.
  • the tower 1 a lowering and lifting device 10 in the housing 6, consisting of preferably a plate 4 and three spindles 3, which are functionally connected to each other (Fig. 2).
  • a hand crank 5 is provided for this purpose.
  • a motor solution is also conceivable.
  • the hand crank 5 is in turn removable.
  • the three spindles 3 as lifting and lowering device 10 and three guides may be provided, wherein on a guide then a spindle 3 should be present in order to make an adjustment can. However, a tilting of the movable plate 4 is to be avoided.
  • the optics 2 is rigidly mounted on the plate 4 and pinned in the uppermost position with the housing 6 and screwed. To lower (Fig. 3) screwed pins not shown wipe plate 4 and the housing 6 on the tower 1 are removed. If the optical system 2 is to be lifted again, this is also done by means of the at least one spindle 3. In the functional position, the pins are then re-engaged between plate 4 and lens 2. Alternative fastenings such as clamps etc. are also possible.
  • Vehicles in the sense of the invention may be land vehicles, such as wheeled and tracked vehicles.

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  • General Engineering & Computer Science (AREA)
  • Aviation & Aerospace Engineering (AREA)
  • Fittings On The Vehicle Exterior For Carrying Loads, And Devices For Holding Or Mounting Articles (AREA)
  • Aiming, Guidance, Guns With A Light Source, Armor, Camouflage, And Targets (AREA)
  • Optical Radar Systems And Details Thereof (AREA)
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Abstract

According to the invention, the entire optical element (2) is lowered during the journey or transport of the vehicle. The lowering of the optical element is carried out by means of at least three spindles (3) or at least one spindle and three guide elements. Said optical element (2) is secured to a plate (4) that can be lowered into a transport position along the guides and then lifted again into the working position. The plate (4) can be blocked in both positions. Pins can also be used for blocking and also for centering the plate (4) in both end positions.

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B E S C H R E I B U N G DESCRIPTION
Absenkbare Optikaufnahme insbesondere für ein mit einer Waffe ausgerüstetes KampffahrzeugLowerable optical mount, especially for a combat vehicle equipped with a weapon
Ein Sichtgerät für Kampfwagen beschreibt die DE 36 32 923 A1. Vorgeschlagen wird eine funktionsbezogene, verschleiß- und nachrüstungsorientierte Aufgliederung in Einzelkomponenten mit standardisierten Schnittstellen. Eine derartige Optik ist in der Regel am die Waffe tragenden Turm des Fahrzeuges in unmittelbarer Nähe zur Waffe angebracht. Negativ ist, dass bei einem Fahren in unwegsamem Gelände die Optik beispielsweise den zurück peitschenden Zweigen ausgesetzt wird. Auch beim Transport des Fahrzeuges ist die herausragende Optik teilweise störend.A viewing device for combat vehicles describes the DE 36 32 923 A1. A functional, wear and retrofit-oriented breakdown into individual components with standardized interfaces is proposed. Such optics are usually mounted on the weapon-carrying tower of the vehicle in close proximity to the weapon. The negative is that when driving in rough terrain, the optics is exposed to the back whipping branches, for example. Even when transporting the vehicle, the outstanding appearance is sometimes disturbing.
Hier greift die Erfindung die Aufgabe auf, eine Möglichkeit aufzuzeigen, wie die Optik während der Fahrt oder des Transportes geschützt werden kann.Here, the invention takes on the task to show a way how the optics can be protected while driving or transport.
Gelöst wird die Aufgabe durch die Merkmale des Patentanspruchs 1. Vorteilhafte Ausführungen werden in den Unteransprüchen aufgezeigt.The object is achieved by the features of claim 1. Advantageous embodiments are shown in the subclaims.
Der Erfindung liegt die Idee zugrunde, die gesamte Optik während der Fahrt bzw. des Fahrzeugtransportes abzusenken. Voraussetzung dafür ist, dass die Optik mechanisch vom Waffenträger bzw. der Waffe entkoppelt ist. Für das Absenken der entkoppelten Optikaufnahme sind zumindest drei Spindeln oder eine Spindel und wenigstens drei Führungen vorgesehen. Die Optik ist auf einer Platte befestigt, die entlang der Führungen in eine so genannte Transportstellung abgesenkt und dann wieder in die Arbeitsstellung angehoben werden kann. Die Platte ist in beiden Stellungen arretierbar. Stifte können neben der Arretierung auch zur Zentrierung der Platte in den beiden Endstellungen dienen. Anhand eines Ausführungsbeispiels mit Zeichnung soll die Erfindung näher erläutert werden. Es zeigt:The invention is based on the idea to lower the entire look while driving or vehicle transport. The prerequisite for this is that the optics are mechanically decoupled from the weapon carrier or the weapon. For the lowering of the decoupled optical recording at least three spindles or a spindle and at least three guides are provided. The optics are mounted on a plate, which can be lowered along the guides in a so-called transport position and then raised back to the working position. The plate can be locked in both positions. Pins can be used in addition to the lock for centering the plate in the two end positions. Reference to an embodiment with drawing, the invention will be explained in more detail. It shows:
Fig. 1 eine Teilturmansicht mit ausgefahrener Optik,1 is a Teilturmansicht with extended optics,
Fig. 2 eine Auszugsdarstellung der wichtigsten Bauteile für das Absenken der Optik aus Fig.1 ,FIG. 2 shows an extract representation of the most important components for lowering the optics from FIG. 1, FIG.
Fig.3 die Teilturmansicht aus Fig. 1 mit abgesenkter Optik.3 shows the Teilturmansicht of FIG. 1 with lowered optics.
Fig. 1 zeigt in einer Teilansicht einen Turm 1 zur Aufnahme einer Waffenanlage (nicht näher dargestellt) eines gleichfalls nicht näher dargstellten Fahrzeuges mit ausgefahrener Optik 2 (hier eine Rundblickoptik). Mit 1.1 ist eine Schutzzelle für eine Bedienung gekennzeichnet, an deren vordere Seitenwand der Waffenträger bzw. die Waffe installiert wird. Die Optik 2, ist bedientechnisch mit der Waffenanlage verbunden und dient dabei dem Anvisieren eines Zieles. Die Optik 2 ist mechanisch von der Waffenanlage, insbesondere dem Waffenrohr der Waffenanlage getrennt und absenkbar in Gehäuse 6 gestaltet. Dazu weist der Turm 1 eine Absenk- und Anhebvorrichtung 10 in Gehäuse 6, bestehend aus vorzugsweise einer Platte 4 und drei Spindeln 3 auf, die miteinander funktional verbunden sind (Fig. 2). Entlang dieser drei Spindeln 3 kann die Platte 4 angesenkt oder angehoben werden. In einer einfachsten Variante ist dazu eine Handkurbel 5 vorgesehen. Eine motorische Lösung ist jedoch auch denkbar. Die Handkurbel 5 ist ihrerseits abnehmbar.Fig. 1 shows in a partial view of a tower 1 for receiving a weapons system (not shown in detail) of a likewise unspecified dargstellten vehicle with extended optics 2 (here a panoramic look). With 1.1 a protective cell for an operation is marked on the front side wall of the weapon carrier or the weapon is installed. The optics 2, is connected with the weapon system and serves to target a target. The optics 2 is mechanically separated from the weapon system, in particular the weapon barrel of the weapon system and designed lowerable in housing 6. For this purpose, the tower 1 a lowering and lifting device 10 in the housing 6, consisting of preferably a plate 4 and three spindles 3, which are functionally connected to each other (Fig. 2). Along these three spindles 3, the plate 4 can be lowered or raised. In a simplest variant, a hand crank 5 is provided for this purpose. However, a motor solution is also conceivable. The hand crank 5 is in turn removable.
Alternativ können anstelle der drei Spindeln 3 als Anhebe- und Absenkvorrichtung 10 auch drei Führungen vorgesehen werden, wobei an einer Führung dann eine Spindel 3 vorhanden sein sollte, um eine Verstellung vornehmen zu können. Zu vermeiden ist dabei jedoch ein Verkanten der verfahrbaren Platte 4.Alternatively, instead of the three spindles 3 as lifting and lowering device 10 and three guides may be provided, wherein on a guide then a spindle 3 should be present in order to make an adjustment can. However, a tilting of the movable plate 4 is to be avoided.
Die Optik 2 ist starr auf der Platte 4 montiert und in oberster Stellung mit dem Gehäuse 6 verstiftet und verschraubt. Zum Absenken (Fig. 3) werden nicht näher dargestellte verschraubte Stifte wischen Platte 4 und dem Gehäuse 6 am Turm 1 entfernt. Soll die Optik 2 wieder angehoben werden, erfolgt auch dies mittels der wenigstens einen Spindel 3. In der Funktionsstellung werden die Stifte dann wieder zwischen Platte 4 und Optik 2 eingebunden. Alternative Befestigungen wie Klemmen etc. sind auch möglich.The optics 2 is rigidly mounted on the plate 4 and pinned in the uppermost position with the housing 6 and screwed. To lower (Fig. 3) screwed pins not shown wipe plate 4 and the housing 6 on the tower 1 are removed. If the optical system 2 is to be lifted again, this is also done by means of the at least one spindle 3. In the functional position, the pins are then re-engaged between plate 4 and lens 2. Alternative fastenings such as clamps etc. are also possible.
Fahrzeuge in Sinne der Erfindung können Landfahrzeuge, wie Rad- und Kettenfahrzeuge, sein. Vehicles in the sense of the invention may be land vehicles, such as wheeled and tracked vehicles.

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1. Optikaufnahme (2) für eine Waffenanlage, insbesondere auf einem Fahrzeug, die beide von einem Turm (1) oder einer Lafette getragen oder gehalten werden, wobei die Optik (2) funktional mit einer Waffenanlage verbunden ist, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Optikaufnahme (2) in Funktion angehoben aus dem Turm (1) hinausragt und bei Nicht- gebrauch mittels einer Absenk- und Anhebvorrichtung (10) vollständig abgesenkt werden kann.1. optical recording (2) for a weapons system, in particular on a vehicle, both of which are supported or held by a tower (1) or a carriage, wherein the optics (2) is functionally connected to a weapons system, characterized in that the optical recording (2) raised in function protrudes from the tower (1) and when not in use by means of a lowering and lifting device (10) can be completely lowered.
2. Optikaufnahme nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Absenk- und Anhebvorrichtung (10) aus bevorzugt drei Spindeln (3) besteht.2. Optics holder according to claim 1, characterized in that the lowering and lifting device (10) consists of preferably three spindles (3).
3. Optikaufnahme nach Anspruch 1 , dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Absenk- und Anhebvorrichtung (10) wenigstens drei Führungen sowie wenigstens eine Spindel (3) aufweist.3. Optics holder according to claim 1, characterized in that the lowering and lifting device (10) has at least three guides and at least one spindle (3).
4. Optikaufnahme nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 3, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass eine Zentrierung für die Optik (2) in angehobener Stellung durch Passbohrungen in einer, die Optik (2) tragenden Platte (4) und Zentrierstifte geschaffen wird.4. Optics holder according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that a centering for the optics (2) in the raised position by fitting holes in one, the optics (2) bearing plate (4) and centering pins is created.
5. Optikaufnahme nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 4, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass eine Klemmung zwischen Platte (4) und Optikaufnahme (2) möglich ist.5. Optics holder according to one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that a clamping between the plate (4) and the optical receptacle (2) is possible.
6. Optikaufnahme nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 5, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass neben einer Optik alternative Komponenten wie zum Beispiel Lafetten, Zieleinrichtungen etc. gelagert und bei Bedarf eingefahren werden können. 6. Optics holder according to one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that in addition to an optic alternative components such as carriages, aiming devices etc. stored and can be retracted as needed.
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AT08785694T ATE496273T1 (en) 2007-08-31 2008-08-23 LOWERABLE OPTICAL MOUNT ESPECIALLY FOR A COMBAT VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH A WEAPON
EP08785694.4A EP2183542B2 (en) 2007-08-31 2008-08-23 Lowerable optical adaptor, in particular for a combat vehicle equipped with a weapon
DE502008002420T DE502008002420D1 (en) 2007-08-31 2008-08-23 SLEEPING OPTICAL RECEIVING, ESPECIALLY FOR A COMBAT VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH A WEAPON

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