DESC:4. DESCRIPTION

Technical Field of Invention

The present invention relates to an indoor training system. More particularly, the present invention is an improved anti-tank & anti-personnel rocket launching simulator system with a replica of weapon with improved recoil system.

Background of the Invention

Simulation devices for firing practice are already known and in widespread use. They serve to train and instruct firers by enabling them to practice aiming at a target at indoors and outdoors without actually making use of real projectiles. Thus the position of a fictitious projectile is defined by a computer and compared with the target position in order to judge the quality of a shot to be fired by determining in particular whether the aim is correct in order to guide the simulated projectile to impact on the target.

Up to the present time, however, interest has mainly focused on training in the firing of guns from tanks, combat vehicles or other firing units of similar types. The known simulation devices are much less suitable in the case of anti-tank & anti-personnel weapons like rocket launchers. The difference lies in the fact that in a real firing session with live ammunition, the firer remains in position in front of his weapon in the case of a tank gun whereas, in the case of shoulder weapons such as rocket launchers, the firer releases his hold on the weapon as soon as the shot has been fired and he may even leave it behind.

The purpose of the present invention is to overcome the above deficiencies exists, but to provide a simulation device for training in the operation of shoulder weapons such as rocket launcher. Traditional simulators used electric motor into weapon which provides low recoil effect.

Therefore, in order to overcome the mentioned drawbacks present rocket launcher simulator utilizes a replica of ammunition with pneumatic recoil system to produce realistic feel of recoil. And the device comprises a weapon having a sighting arrangement based on micro display which can be oriented by the firer for providing the firer with a field of view comprising a firing ground and a target, and means for initiating fictitious firing of a projectile by the firer, means for transmitting an image of said field of view to an instructor station and for projecting said field of view onto a display screen for determining the position of impact of the projectile in the plane of the target.

The instructor station is arranged to conduct the entire training session, starting with selecting the mode of operation, selecting terrain and the targets for training multiple trainees simultaneously and also to select the type target, its exact path and the speed with which target moves at each of waypoints. Instructor can start training session and can watch each firer’s field of view with other parameters like position of various buttons and trigger.

Brief Summary of the Invention

It is an object of the present invention to provide an improved anti-tank & anti-personnel rocket launching simulator system with a replica of weapon with improved recoil system.

From a reading of the description above of the preferred embodiment of the present invention, modifications and variations thereto may occur to those skilled in the art. Therefore, the scope of the present invention is to be limited only by the claims of this invention.

The invention relates to a replica of rocket launcher simulator, adapted to reproduce the dynamic stresses undergone by the rocket launcher and its user when fired and any projectile self-propelled launched using a tube, called simulated rocket launcher, placed and wedged on the shooter's shoulder. The shooter is generally crouched and braced in anticipation of the shot.

Indeed, the rocket fire induces in the shooter dynamic constraints and physiological factors, and the success of the shooting depends largely on the reactions reflexes and opposing efforts by the firer. Shooting rocket launcher is a very technical and specific shot reserved for shooters experienced. It is therefore essential for their training, shooting simulator and reproducing as faithfully as possible the behavior of the as real weapons.

This device intended for training shooters, comprising means for producing a simulated shot, such as a laser, and operating in association with computer for simulated fire analysis to calculate and simulate - notably by display on a screen and depending on the characteristics of the simulated weapon and laser impact, the impact of the corresponding live fire. The simulator is device entirely designed and produced for educational purposes.

According to an aspect of the present invention, an improved anti-tank & anti-personnel rocket launching simulator system is disclosed. The simulator system comprises of a pneumatic recoil system, a cocking & trigger mechanism, and an optical sighting system based on micro display.

In accordance with the aspect of the present invention, the simulator system also comprises of a launching tube with laser, a target means, a plurality of synthetic targets & synthetic terrains, a display device, a screen and a projector system, at least one input/output box for each lane, one or more speakers for sound output, and an instructor console to provide a realistic training to trainees.

In accordance with the aspect of the present invention, the simulator system is characterized to comprise an electro optical sight, a laser unit, an open sight, a replica of ammunition with recoil, a cocking lever, a trigger mechanism, a barrel/ tube, a plurality of chambers for storing compressed Co2 air, an inlet valve, a cylinder comprises of piston, an outlet valve, and an optical sighting system.

In accordance with the aspect of the present invention, the simulator system comprises of a simulation wherein, the software incorporates a variety table to simulate; to correct trajectory; and to work out the time of flight and dimension of the beaten zone at various ranges/angles of fire.

In accordance with the aspect of the present invention, the instructor console equipped with modules to enable an instructor to perform a training session with targets projected on in several sorts of terrain under varying light and environmental conditions.

In accordance with the aspect of the present invention, the simulator system comprises a scenario builder enables the creation of specific scenarios and targets as needed by an instructor.

In accordance with the aspect of the present invention, the scenario builder automatically generates terrains, deserts, semi-deserts, jungles, mountains and other conventional scenarios with natural obstacles.

In accordance with the aspect of the present invention, the scenario builder allows integration of videos filmed by end-users to be integrated into a video scenario.

In accordance with the aspect of the present invention, the simulator system provides environmental effects like different modes of sky and day, wind velocity and fog intensity.

In accordance with the aspect of the present invention, the simulator system generates night firing and includes annual range course with some extent target, traverse target, a depth target, a moving target with lead calculation, a large target, a controlled correction fire, engagement of target using an aiming mark, rapid engagement of target and night firing with/without the sighting unit.

In accordance with the aspect of the present invention, the simulator system simulates weapon recoil additionally as effects of fire.

In accordance with the aspect of the present invention, the simulator system simulates a library of responsive 3D human targets and vehicles.

In accordance with the aspect of the present invention, the simulator system simulates diverse operational terrains including plain, desert, semi-desert, jungle, mountainous and traditional scenarios with natural obstacles and built-up area.

In accordance with the aspect of the present invention, the simulator system simulates environmental effects like day, night, & light conditions and wind effects.

In accordance with the aspect of the present invention, the simulator system simulates near-real firearm recoil and other effects of fireplace simulated.

In accordance with the aspect of the present invention, the simulator system enables the instructor to create programmable timed generation of effects of blasts with smoke.

In accordance with the aspect of the present invention, the simulator system enables the instructor to create modules for practice with one target, group target, group depth targets and moving targets.

In accordance with the aspect of the present invention, the simulator system leverages techniques of engagement include a lead calculation for moving targets, controlled correction.

In accordance with the aspect of the present invention, the simulator system enables the trainees to fire, use of aiming mark, group targets with ‘limiters’.

In accordance with the aspect of the present invention, the computer-based tutorials available in the simulator system enable the trainees to familiarize with the firearm.

In accordance with the aspect of the present invention, the pneumatic recoil system of the system is connected to a rocket launching unit replacing the actual ammunition for generating recoil of a required rate.

In accordance with the aspect of the present invention, the pneumatic recoil system comprises an external cylinder for refilling and storing a desired compressed gas and a trigger pin for activating the firing.

In accordance with the aspect of the present invention, the launching tube comprises of a cocking mechanism for locking and unlocking the weapon, a trigger mechanism and similar type of a tube which provide operator with conditions which are very close to those which he is likely to encounter under real firing conditions.

In accordance with the aspect of the present invention, the lunching tube also includes electronics means, a laser unit, and a motion sensor.

In accordance with the aspect of the present invention, the sighting unit comprises of a micro display with the same field of view as the view seen in a retile by the firer; and terrain and target projection system to provide an open sight firing practice.

In accordance with the aspect of the present invention, the simulator system utilizes a display screen and a projector system through a computer implemented system to generate terrains, desert, semi-desert, jungles, mountains and conventional scenarios with natural obstacles and built- up- area.

In accordance with the aspect of the present invention, the instructor console comprises of at least one instructor station with input/output, one or more speakers for sound output and a visual station for diagnostics & calibration.

In accordance with the aspect of the present invention, the instructor console is equipped with the capability of planning the entire training session, starting with selecting the mode of operation, selecting terrain and the targets for training multiple trainees simultaneously.

In accordance with the aspect of the present invention, the instructor can select the type of target, its exact path and the speed with which target moves at each of the waypoints; and can start training session and can watch each firer’s field of view with other parameters like position of various buttons and trigger and the exercise taken by the trainees.

Brief Description of the Drawings

A further understanding of the nature and advantages of the invention may be realized by reference to the following figures:

Fig.1 illustrates an isometric view of the adapter system that hosts a weapon below a sighting sub system in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

Detailed Description of the Invention

The present invention is described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.
Referring to Fig. 1, an improved anti-tank & anti-personnel rocket launching simulator system (100) is disclosed in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention. The simulator system (100) comprises of a pneumatic recoil system, a cocking & trigger mechanism, and an optical sighting system based on micro display.

In accordance with the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the simulator system (100) also comprises of a launching tube with laser, a target means, a plurality of synthetic targets & synthetic terrains, a display device, a screen and a projector system, at least one input/output box for each lane, one or more speakers for sound output, and an instructor console to provide a realistic training to trainees.

In accordance with the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the simulator system (100) is characterized to comprise an electro optical sight (102), a laser unit (104), an open sight (106), a replica of ammunition with recoil (114), a cocking lever (112), a trigger mechanism (110), a barrel/ tube (108), a plurality of chambers for storing compressed Co2 air, an inlet valve, a cylinder comprises of piston, an outlet valve, and an optical sighting system.

In accordance with the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the simulator system comprises of a simulation wherein, the software incorporates a variety table to simulate; to correct trajectory; and to work out the time of flight and dimension of the beaten zone at various ranges/angles of fire.

In accordance with the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the instructor console equipped with modules to enable an instructor to perform a training session with targets projected on in several sorts of terrain under varying light and environmental conditions.

In accordance with the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the simulator system comprises a scenario builder enables the creation of specific scenarios and targets as needed by an instructor.

In accordance with the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the scenario builder automatically generates terrains, deserts, semi-deserts, jungles, mountains and other conventional scenarios with natural obstacles.

In accordance with the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the scenario builder allows integration of videos filmed by end-users to be integrated into a video scenario.

In accordance with the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the simulator system provides environmental effects like different modes of sky and day, wind velocity and fog intensity.

In accordance with the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the simulator system generates night firing and includes annual range course with some extent target, traverse target, a depth target, a moving target with lead calculation, a large target, a controlled correction fire, engagement of target using an aiming mark, rapid engagement of target and night firing with/without the sighting unit.

In accordance with the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the simulator system simulates weapon recoil additionally as effects of fire.

In accordance with the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the simulator system simulates a library of responsive 3D human targets and vehicles.

In accordance with the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the simulator system simulates diverse operational terrains including plain, desert, semi-desert, jungle, mountainous and traditional scenarios with natural obstacles and built-up area.

In accordance with the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the simulator system simulates environmental effects like day, night, & light conditions and wind effects.

In accordance with the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the simulator system simulates a near-real firearm recoil and other effects of fireplace simulated.

In accordance with the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the simulator system enables the instructor to create programmable timed generation of effects of blasts with smoke.

In accordance with the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the simulator system enables the instructor to create modules for practice with one target, group target, group depth targets and moving targets.

In accordance with the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the simulator system leverages techniques of engagement include a lead calculation for moving targets, controlled correction.

In accordance with the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the simulator system enables the trainees to fire, use of aiming mark, group targets with ‘limiters’.

In accordance with the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the computer-based tutorials available in the simulator system enable the trainees to familiarize with the firearm.

In accordance with the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the pneumatic recoil system of the system is connected to a rocket launching unit replacing the actual ammunition for generating recoil of a required rate.

In accordance with the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the pneumatic recoil system comprises an external cylinder for refilling and storing a desired compressed gas and a trigger pin for activating the firing.

In accordance with the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the launching tube comprises of a cocking mechanism for locking and unlocking the weapon, a trigger mechanism and similar type of a tube which provide operator with conditions which are very close to those which he is likely to encounter under real firing conditions.

In accordance with the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the lunching tube also includes electronics means, a laser unit, and a motion sensor.

In accordance with the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the sighting unit comprises of a micro display with the same field of view as the view seen in a retile by the firer; and terrain and target projection system to provide an open sight firing practice.

In accordance with the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the simulator system utilizes a display screen and a projector system through a computer implemented system to generate terrains, desert, semi-desert, jungles, mountains and conventional scenarios with natural obstacles and built- up- area.

In accordance with the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the instructor console comprises of at least one instructor station with input/output, one or more speakers for sound output and a visual station for diagnostics & calibration.

In accordance with the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the instructor console is equipped with the capability of planning the entire training session, starting with selecting the mode of operation, selecting terrain and the targets for training multiple trainees simultaneously.

In accordance with the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the instructor can select the type of target, its exact path and the speed with which target moves at each of the waypoints; and can start training session and can watch each firer’s field of view with other parameters like position of various buttons and trigger and the exercise taken by the trainees.
,CLAIMS:5. CLAIMS
I/We Claim:
1. An improved anti-tank & anti-personnel rocket launching simulator system, wherein comprises of:
a. a pneumatic recoil system, a cocking & trigger mechanism, an Optical sighting system based on micro display, a launching tube with laser, a target means, a plurality of synthetic targets & synthetic terrains, a display device, a screen and a projector system, at least one input/output box for each lane, one or more speakers for sound output, and an instructor console to provide a realistic training to trainees;
Characterized in that
b. the simulator system further comprises of an electro optical sight (102), a laser unit (104), an open sight (106), a replica of ammunition with recoil (114), a cocking lever (112), a trigger mechanism (110), a barrel/ tube (108), a plurality of chambers for storing compressed Co2 air, an inlet valve, a cylinder comprises of piston, an outlet valve, an optical sighting system;
c. the simulator system comprises of a simulation wherein, the software incorporates a variety table to simulate; to correct trajectory; and to work out the time of flight and dimension of the beaten zone at various ranges/angles of fire;
d. the instructor console equipped with modules to enable an instructor to perform a training session with targets projected on in several sorts of terrain under varying light and environmental conditions;
e. the simulator system comprises a scenario builder enables the creation of specific scenarios and targets as needed by an instructor;
f. the scenario builder automatically generates terrains, deserts, semi-deserts, jungles, mountains and other conventional scenarios with natural obstacles;
g. the scenario builder allows integration of videos filmed by end-users to be integrated into a video scenario;
h. the simulator system provides environmental effects like different modes of sky and day, wind velocity and fog intensity;
i. the simulator system generates night firing;
j. the simulator system includes annual range course with some extent target, traverse target, a depth target, a moving target with lead calculation, a large target, a controlled correction fire, engagement of target using an aiming mark, rapid engagement of target and night firing with/without the sighting unit;
k. the simulator system simulates weapon recoil additionally as effects of fire;
l. the simulator system simulates a library of responsive 3D human targets and vehicles;
m. the simulator system simulates diverse operational terrains including plain, desert, semi-desert, jungle, mountainous and traditional scenarios with natural obstacles and built-up area;
n. the simulator system simulates environmental effects like day, night, & light conditions and wind effects;
o. the simulator system simulates a near-real firearm recoil and other effects of fireplace simulated;
p. the simulator system enables the instructor to create programmable timed generation of effects of blasts with smoke;
q. the simulator system enables the instructor to create modules for practice with one target, group target, group depth targets and moving targets;
r. the simulator system leverages techniques of engagement include a lead calculation for moving targets, controlled correction;
s. the simulator system enables the trainees to fire, use of aiming mark, group targets with ‘limiters’; and
t. the computer-based tutorials available in the simulator system enable the trainees to familiarize with the firearm.

2. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the pneumatic recoil system of the system is connected to a rocket launching unit replacing the actual ammunition for generating recoil of a required rate.

3. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the pneumatic recoil system comprises an external cylinder for refilling and storing a desired compressed gas and a trigger pin for activating the firing.

4. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the launching tube comprises of a cocking mechanism for locking and unlocking the weapon, a trigger mechanism and similar type of a tube which provide operator with conditions which are very close to those which he is likely to encounter under real firing conditions.

5. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the lunching tube also includes electronics means, a laser unit, and a motion sensor.

6. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the sighting unit comprises of:
a. a micro display with the same field of view as the view seen in a retile by the firer; and
b. terrain and target projection system to provide an open sight firing practice.

7. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the simulator system utilizes a display screen and a projector system through a computer implemented system to generate terrains, desert, semi-desert, jungles, mountains and conventional scenarios with natural obstacles and built- up- area.

8. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the instructor console comprises of at least one instructor station with input/output, one or more speakers for sound output and a visual station for diagnostics & calibration.

9. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the instructor console is equipped with the capability of planning the entire training session, starting with selecting the mode of operation, selecting terrain and the targets for training multiple trainees simultaneously.

10. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the instructor can:
a. select the type of target, its exact path and the speed with which target moves at each of the waypoints; and
b. start training session and can watch each firer’s field of view with other parameters like position of various buttons and trigger and the exercise taken by the trainees.

6. DATE AND SIGNATURE

Dated this 04th June 2020
Signature

(Mr. Srinivas Maddipati)
IN/PA 3124
Agent for Applicant