EP1340956B2 - Telescopic sight with inside display - Google Patents

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EP1340956B2
EP1340956B2 EP03002709A EP03002709A EP1340956B2 EP 1340956 B2 EP1340956 B2 EP 1340956B2 EP 03002709 A EP03002709 A EP 03002709A EP 03002709 A EP03002709 A EP 03002709A EP 1340956 B2 EP1340956 B2 EP 1340956B2
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  • the invention relates to a telescopic sight according to the preamble of patent claim 1.
  • a fire control system which comprises a laser rangefinder and a telescopic sight.
  • Such fire control systems are used for targeting provided in tanks shot systems. Just because of their size, these systems are not suitable for handguns. In addition, such Feureleitsysteme are expensive.
  • a sighting device is known with an illuminated target, wherein the required for the illumination of the target mark radiation is provided with sufficient ambient light by a light collector containing luminescent material. For insufficient ambient light, a battery is provided for the operation of the illuminated target.
  • the invention has for its object to provide a scope in which an exact adjustment of the target marker without interrupting the scene observation is possible.
  • the invention has the object to enable even in poor visibility conditions an exact adjustment and review of the ballistic compensation, with an illumination of the adjusting elements is avoided. By lighting up the position of the shooter would be revealed, which is undesirable ..
  • the invention was further based on the object to increase the accuracy.
  • this detected setting is displayed for a shooter in the optical field of view of the riflescope, an exact adjustment of the elevation is enabled, whereby the accuracy is increased. Furthermore, this allows the shooter to set the elevation to the desired position, even in low light conditions.
  • the processor has proven to be advantageous to associate the processor with a keypad via which a selection of a value table and / or a desired display type can be selected.
  • display types for example, the measurement system or the accuracy with which a distance is to be displayed comes into question.
  • this keypad can be provided by means of this keypad to provide further information to the processor, such as temperature, inclination of a terrain, wind strength and wind direction.
  • a control element in this case in the form of a rotary ring is provided.
  • this control element can be set, how long the target marker and the display should be illuminated and thus visible to the shooter in the optical field of view of the riflescope, after the control or another control element, here also the rotary short-term, for example by pressing briefly , has been pressed. Due to this adjustability, the shooter can influence the energy consumption associated with the display himself by choosing the lighting duration.
  • the shooter can influence the luminous brightness manually by pressing this knob.
  • the riflescope 1 comprises an objective 3 and an eyepiece 5. Between the objective 3 and the eyepiece 5 is a reversing system, in FIG. 1 not shown, arranged. Lens, reversing system and eyepiece are arranged in a tube.
  • a representation of a riflescope from which a possible construction of a reversal system can be removed is, for example, the EP 654 650 B1 .
  • the inversion system comprises a target mark which can be adjusted by means of an elevation drive in the vertical direction.
  • the aiming mark may be through a arranged on a glass plate diode, as shown in DE 100 46 878 known to be provided.
  • other targets such as a cross-like aiming mark, where the central area is not hidden by the target mark, may be provided.
  • a horizontal drive in FIG. 1 not shown provided, which is arranged at an angle of 90 ° C to the elevation drive and the optical axis of the riflescope.
  • On the opposite side of the elevation of the riflescope usually means for attaching the scope is provided on a rifle or weapon.
  • riflescope is due to its compactness and its weight suitable for use in small arms.
  • the elevation drive 7 is provided with a sensor, preferably in the form of a foil resistance. By means of the sensor, the setting of the elevation drive 7 is 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 a digitally operating processor 21 is provided as Steuereinrichturig in this embodiment. If an analog control device is provided, then this conversion is not required.
  • the signal supplied 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 curve can be taken, ie at which distance the projectile will strike under normal conditions. Since the ballistic curve depends on the type of ammunition and the type of weapon, the processor 21 preferably stores a plurality of value tables which can be selected. Furthermore, routines can be stored in the processor, by means of which, in determining the impact position, the air pressure, the wind speed and the wind direction, the terrain inclination and the inclination of the run can be taken into account. The wind direction and the wind force can be determined for example by a laser measuring device and 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 and fed to the processor 21. Also one of the weapon can be included in the calculation of the impact point in the calculation of the impact point. How a tilting of the weapon relative to the vertical axis, which is determined by the acting gravitational force is in the DE 22 59913 described.
  • the distance determined by the processor is displayed by means of a display 17 in the shooter's visual field of view.
  • a display 17 in the shooter's visual field of view.
  • This display 17 is preferably arranged in the eyepiece image plane of the riflescope 1 or is mirrored into the eyepiece image plane of the riflescope 1.
  • the distance determined by the processor 21, in which the projectile will hit is displayed.
  • an electronic device is provided, which adjusts the illumination intensity of the target and display to the brightness of the scene in the field of view, while allowing a manual access of the shooter in this control system.
  • the manual control of the illumination intensity can take place via a rotary resistance designed as a rotary ring or a key function.
  • a presettable timer controls the duration of the active display lighting.
  • the lighting duration can also be set via the one key function.
  • the lighting can be activated, for example, by briefly pressing the rotary ring the lighting and during this time by turning the rotary ring further settings are made. As long as a setting is made, the lighting remains preferably activated. If no more adjustment or the lighting was activated only by a short-term operation, the illumination of the display goes out after the lapse of the predetermined period of time. A period of 3-4 seconds has proven to be particularly suitable.
  • the numbers 19 of the display 17 are visible in the lower quarter of the optical field of view of the riflescope 1 for the shooter.
  • the Display 17 is connected to the processor via a foil conductor.
  • the processor 21 is in signal communication with a keypad 23.
  • this keypad 23 By means of this keypad 23, it is possible to set what specification and / or what kind of display the shooter wishes. Thus, an indication of the distance e.g. be chosen in meters or yards. Furthermore, it is possible by means of the keyboard to set the accuracy, for example, to the nearest centimeter. Furthermore, a selection can be made between different stored value tables that correspond to different ballistics. The various ballistics are particularly dependent on the type of bullet used and on the rifle used or on the weapon used. It may also be intended to be able to enter certain terrain conditions, for example, an inclined terrain or wind conditions, which are taken into account in the subsequent display of a distance.
  • the user can also determine via the keypad that he wants a measure of the adjustment of the elevation button, for example in the form of clicks.
  • a click is an adjustment of the elevation drive by a predetermined amount, which is clarified to the user by overcoming a resistance in turning the elevation drive, i.
  • the contactor feels a detent.
  • Further sensors may be provided, the recorded signals of which are fed to the processor and which are used as a function of which corrected or modified value tables are to be displayed.
  • the value tables mathematical descriptions of the value tables can also be stored in the processor, by means of which the value to be displayed is determined.
  • the detection of the inclination of the barrel of the weapon is an advantageous additional information that can be included in the determination of the distance. Furthermore, it can be provided to signal the shooter in the display in the event of a detected canting of the weapon, as a result of which the number of misses can be reduced.
  • Further data such as temperature, air pressure and wind speed and wind direction can be registered and calculated by providing sensors or entered via the keypad and thus taken into account when determining the distance displayed.
  • an interface 31 for inputting data into the processor 21 in the scope 1.
  • the data obtained by shooting in the respective weapon data can be easily read, which are then taken into account during subsequent operation.
  • individual values such as distance of the weapon axis to the optical axis of the telescopic sight, referencing the angular position of the height turn ring to a certain Einsch manentfernung.
  • This reading in of the data can be carried out, for example, by means of a PC via a serial interface or via a special bar code or a data card to be led through a slot.
  • an infrared interface can be provided, which allows a comfortable transfer of data from, for example, a PC or laptop, which nowadays all already have an IR interface as standard.
  • the readiness for reception of the infrared interface can be activated via the keyboard 23 of the riflescope 1, which is preferably designed as a membrane keyboard 25 with two or more keys.
  • a 3.6 volt lithium cell can be provided. This can be installed, for example, in the elevation plane below the riflescope across the weft direction. It can also be provided to provide a rechargeable battery as an energy source, which 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.From the company Swarovsky a rifle scope designated ZF3-12X with LEM is known, in which the adjustment of the ballistic compensation is made over a conventional height turn ring. This scope has an integrated Laserentfemungsmesser. The measurement result of the Laserentfemungsmessers is reflected in the field of view of the user. The reflection takes place 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, from the EP 57 304 a fire control system is known which comprises a laser rangefinder and a telescopic sight. Such fire control systems are used for targeting provided in tanks shot systems. Just because of their size, these systems are not suitable for handguns. In addition, such Feureleitsysteme 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.From the DE 40 03 932 is known a method for adjusting a visor. Also this visor is provided with a laser rangefinder, wherein depending on the detected distance, the sighting mark is adjusted by means of a motor. Furthermore, it is known from this document that an optical display can be provided in the telescopic sight, which informs the shooter about the respective operating state of the riflescope with respect to the process of automated positioning of the target mark.

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.From the DE 201 19 281 U1 is an automatic all-weather lighting for riflescopes known. The brightness of the visor is controlled by means of a light-dependent resistor 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.From the EP 651 225 A1 a sighting device is known with an illuminated target, wherein the required for the illumination of the target mark radiation is provided with sufficient ambient light by a light collector containing luminescent material. For insufficient ambient light, a battery is provided for the operation of the illuminated target.

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 scope in which an exact adjustment of the target marker without interrupting the scene observation is possible.

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 has the object to enable even in poor visibility conditions an exact adjustment and review of the ballistic compensation, with an illumination of the adjusting elements is avoided. By lighting up the position of the shooter would be revealed, which is undesirable ..

Der Erfindung lag weiterhin die Aufgabe zugrunde die Treffsicherheit zu erhöhen.The invention was further based on the object to increase the accuracy.

Diese Aufgabe wird gelöst durch ein Zielfernrohr gemäß Anspruch 1.This object is achieved by a telescopic sight according to claim 1.

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 scope with an elevation drive whose position is detected by a sensor, this detected setting is displayed for a shooter in the optical field of view of the riflescope, an exact adjustment of the elevation is enabled, whereby the accuracy is increased. Furthermore, this allows the shooter to set the elevation to the desired position, even in low light conditions.

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

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 been found to be advantageous to supply the adjustment of the elevation drive detected by the sensor to a processor, wherein the shooter is shown a distance corresponding to the detected setting of the elevation drive. Furthermore, it has proven to be advantageous that several value tables are stored in the processor 21, wherein the shooter can select a value table that is to be used as the basis for determining the displayed distance.

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 proven to be advantageous to associate the processor with a keypad via which a selection of a value table and / or a desired display type can be selected. As display types, for example, the measurement system or the accuracy with which a distance is to be displayed comes into question. Furthermore, it can be provided by means of this keypad to provide further information to the processor, such as temperature, inclination of a terrain, 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, a control element, in this case in the form of a rotary ring is provided. By means of this control element can be set, how long the target marker and the display should be illuminated and thus visible to the shooter in the optical field of view of the riflescope, after the control or another control element, here also the rotary short-term, for example by pressing briefly , has been pressed. Due to this adjustability, the shooter can influence the energy consumption associated with the display himself by choosing the lighting duration.

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

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 in the processor. In particular, the provision of an infrared interface has been found to be advantageous because a dense housing of the riflescope can continue to be easily guaranteed by such an interface and now have the PC's standard infrared ports. Thus, such an interface allows a comfortable reading by means of a PC. Furthermore, the reading of information be provided via barcodes.

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 based on the in the FIGS. 1 and 2 illustrated embodiment described in more detail. It shows:
  • FIG. 1 : Riflescope
  • FIG. 2 : Digital interior reading for a riflescope

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. Es könne jedoch auch andere Zielmarken, wie beispielsweise eine kreuzähnliche Zielmarkierung, bei der der Mittenbereich nicht durch Zielmarke verdeckt ist, vorgesehen sein.Based on FIG. 1 First, the basic structure of a riflescope 1 will be described in more detail. The riflescope 1 comprises an objective 3 and an eyepiece 5. Between the objective 3 and the eyepiece 5 is a reversing system, in FIG. 1 not shown, arranged. Lens, reversing system and eyepiece are arranged in a tube. A representation of a riflescope from which a possible construction of a reversal system can be removed is, for example, the EP 654 650 B1 , The inversion system comprises a target mark which can be adjusted by means of an elevation drive in the vertical direction. The aiming mark may be through a arranged on a glass plate diode, as shown in DE 100 46 878 known to be provided. However, other targets, such as a cross-like aiming mark, where the central area is not hidden by the target mark, may 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.To adjust the target mark in the horizontal direction is a horizontal drive in FIG. 1 not shown, provided, which is arranged at an angle of 90 ° C to the elevation drive and the optical axis of the riflescope. On the opposite side of the elevation of the riflescope usually means for attaching the scope is 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.This in FIG. 1 shown riflescope is due to its compactness and its weight suitable for use in 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.Based on FIG. 2 the function of the riflescope 1 and the structure will be described in more detail. The elevation drive 7 is provided with a sensor, preferably in the form of a foil resistance. By means of the sensor, the setting of the elevation drive 7 is 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 a digitally operating processor 21 is provided as Steuereinrichturig in this embodiment. If an analog control device is provided, then this conversion is not required.

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 supplied 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 curve can be taken, ie at which distance the projectile will strike under normal conditions. Since the ballistic curve depends on the type of ammunition and the type of weapon, the processor 21 preferably stores a plurality of value tables which can be selected. Furthermore, routines can be stored in the processor, by means of which, in determining the impact position, the air pressure, the wind speed and the wind direction, the terrain inclination and the inclination of the run can be taken into account. The wind direction and the wind force can be determined for example by a laser measuring device and 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 and fed to the processor 21. Also one of the weapon can be included in the calculation of the impact point in the calculation of the impact point. How a tilting of the weapon relative to the vertical axis, which is determined by the acting gravitational force is in the DE 22 59913 described.

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 displayed by means of a display 17 in the shooter's visual field of view. In the illustrated embodiment, a three digit display 17, each location 19 comprising seven segments, is provided. This display 17 is preferably arranged in the eyepiece image plane of the riflescope 1 or is mirrored into the eyepiece image plane of the riflescope 1. By means of this display 17, the distance determined by the processor 21, in which the projectile will hit, is displayed. To adjust the illumination of this display, as well as to adjust the illumination of the target, an electronic device is provided, which adjusts the illumination intensity of the target and display to the brightness of the scene in the field of view, while allowing a manual access of the shooter in this control system. In this case, the manual control of the illumination intensity can take place via a rotary resistance designed as a rotary ring or a key function.

Wird ein Bedienelement zur Beleuchtungseinstellung , ein/aus, hell/dunkel, betätigt , so kontrolliert ein voreinstellbarer Zeitgeber die Dauer der aktiven Anzeigebeleuchtung.If a light adjustment control, on / off, light / dark, is actuated, a presettable 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, during the active lighting, the lighting duration can also be set via the one key function.

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.It can be activated, for example, by briefly pressing the rotary ring the lighting and during this time by turning the rotary ring further settings are made. As long as a setting is made, the lighting remains preferably activated. If no more adjustment or the lighting was activated only by a short-term operation, the illumination of the display goes out after the lapse of the predetermined period of time. A period of 3-4 seconds has proven to be particularly suitable.

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 visible in the lower quarter of the optical field of view of the riflescope 1 for the shooter. Preferably, the Display 17 is connected to the processor 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 illustrated embodiment, the processor 21 is in signal communication with a keypad 23. By means of this keypad 23, it is possible to set what specification and / or what kind of display the shooter wishes. Thus, an indication of the distance e.g. be chosen in meters or yards. Furthermore, it is possible by means of the keyboard to set the accuracy, for example, to the nearest centimeter. Furthermore, a selection can be made between different stored value tables that correspond to different ballistics. The various ballistics are particularly dependent on the type of bullet used and on the rifle used or on the weapon used. It may also be intended to be able to enter certain terrain conditions, for example, an inclined terrain or wind conditions, which are taken into account in the subsequent display of a distance. Furthermore, the user can also determine via the keypad that he wants a measure of the adjustment of the elevation button, for example in the form of clicks. A click is an adjustment of the elevation drive by a predetermined amount, which is clarified to the user by overcoming a resistance in turning the elevation drive, i. When the elevation button is actuated, the contactor feels a detent.

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 may be provided, the recorded signals of which are fed to the processor and which are used as a function of which corrected or modified value tables are to be displayed. Instead of the value tables, mathematical descriptions of the value tables can also be stored in the processor, by means of 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 additional information that can be included in the determination of the distance. Furthermore, it can be provided to signal the shooter in the display in the event of a detected canting of the weapon, as a result of which the number of misses can be reduced.

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.Further data such as temperature, air pressure and wind speed and wind direction can be registered and calculated by providing sensors or entered via the keypad and thus taken into account when determining the distance displayed. In order to be able to read value tables later on, it is provided to provide an interface 31 for inputting data into the processor 21 in the scope 1. Thus, the data obtained by shooting in the respective weapon data can be easily read, which are then taken into account during subsequent operation. Furthermore, it is possible via this interface 31 individual values, such as distance of the weapon axis to the optical axis of the telescopic sight, referencing the angular position of the height turn ring to a certain Einschießentfernung.

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 be carried out, for example, by means of a PC via a serial interface or via a special bar code or a data card to be led through a slot. As an interface, an infrared interface can be provided, which allows a comfortable transfer of data from, for example, a PC or laptop, which nowadays all already have an IR interface as standard. The readiness for reception of the infrared interface can be activated via the keyboard 23 of the riflescope 1, which is preferably designed as a membrane keyboard 25 with two or more keys.

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.As energy source, a 3.6 volt lithium cell can be provided. This can be installed, for example, in the elevation plane below the riflescope across the weft direction. It can also be provided to provide a rechargeable battery as an energy source, which can be charged by means of a solar cell provided on the telescopic sight.

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  • 1 Zielfernrohr 06. Feb. 20031 riflescope 06. Feb. 2003
  • 3 Objektiv3 lens
  • 5 Okular5 eyepiece
  • 7 Elevationstrieb7 elevation shoot
  • 9 Sensor, Folienwiederstand9 sensor, foil resistance
  • 11 Beleuchtungssensor11 illumination sensor
  • 13 Drehring13 rotary 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 conductor
  • 31 Infrarotschnittstelle31 infrared interface

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  1. Telescope sight comprising a lens, a reversal system, an eyepiece and crosshairs, which can be adjusted in a vertical direction using an elevation pinion, the elevation pinion (7) being provided with a sensor (9) which detects the setting made using the elevation pinion (7), this detected setting being displayed to the marksman graphically in the telescopic sight, characterized in that an electronic device (27) is provided which regulates the brightness or illumination intensity of the display and of the crosshairs in line with the brightness in the target area, it being possible for the brightness control to be altered by manual operation of an operating element associated with the brightness control and the operator control element (13) having an associated illumination sensor (11), preferably a photoreceiver, which detects the setting of the operator control element (13) and operation of the operator control element, this signal being forwarded to the processor (21).
  2. Telescopic sight according to Claim 1, characterized in that the setting detected using the sensor (9) is supplied to a processor or microcontroller (21), and a range corresponding to the set elevation is displayed using a display (17).
  3. Telescopic sight according to Claim 2, characterized in that the processor (21) stores a plurality of value tables.
  4. Telescopic sight according to either of Claims 2 and 3, characterized in that the processor (21) has an associated operator control element, preferably a keypad (25), which can be used to supply the processor (21) with information.
  5. Telescopic sight according to Claim 1, characterized in that the operator control element is provided as rotary ring (13).
  6. Telescopic sight according to Claim 1, characterized in that the operator control element (13) can be used to set the illumination time for the crosshairs and also for the display, which normally comes after brief operation of the operator control element (13).
  7. Telescopic sight at least according to Claim 6, characterized in that a timer is provided which is activated when the operator control element is operated and which controls the illumination time in the display and the crosshairs.
  8. Telescopic sight according to Claim 1, characterized in that the processor (21) is provided with an interface which can be used for reading in data, particularly value tables.
  9. Telescopic sight according to Claim 8, characterized in that the interface provided is an infrared interface (31).
  10. Telescopic sight according to Claim 4, characterized in that the keypad (23) provided is a membrane keypad (25).
  11. Telescopic sight according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the display (17) is imaged into an image plane in the telescopic sight (1), preferably in the eyepiece plane.
  12. Telescopic sight according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the processor (21) stores various value tables for various munition types for one or various weapon types.
  13. Telescopic sight according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the keypad (23) can be used to input different local conditions, such as wind direction and wind strength, slope of terrain, slope of barrel relative to the horizontal or canting of the weapon, or these are detected by sensors and are taken into account at the same time as the set current ballistics and the displayed value are determined.
  14. Telescopic sight according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that canting of the weapon which is detected by a sensor is displayed to the marksman by a visible signal, or the processor is used to display a manually correctable magnitude which primarily represents a lateral deviation.
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