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System And Method For Providing Ammunition Training To User

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a system (100) for providing ammunition training to user, the system includes a laser source (102) adapted to emit a set of signals. A frame (112) adapted to accommodate a plurality of light detectors (104). One or more targets presented in a particular target sequence is configured in the frame (112), an audio device (110) configured on the frame. A processor (106) configured to receive, by the plurality of light detectors, the set of signal emitted from the laser source, detect, the received set of signals, to determine the hit location of the set of signals on the one or more targets, further, upon hitting the one or more targets, the processor is configured to operate the audio device to emit sound.

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Patent Information

Application #
Filing Date
12 December 2020
Publication Number
24/2022
Publication Type
INA
Invention Field
ELECTRONICS
Status
Email
info@khuranaandkhurana.com
Parent Application

Applicants

Chitkara Innovation Incubator Foundation
SCO: 160-161, Sector - 9c, Madhya Marg, Chandigarh- 160009, India.

Inventors

1. KUMAR, Amit
Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Chitkara University Institute of Engineering & Technology, Chitkara University, Chandigarh-Patiala National Highway (NH-64), Village Jansla, Rajpura, Punjab - 140401, India.
2. MALHOTRA, Shivani
Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Chitkara University Institute of Engineering & Technology, Chitkara University, Chandigarh-Patiala National Highway (NH-64), Village Jansla, Rajpura, Punjab - 140401, India.
3. KUMAR, Keshav
Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Chitkara University Institute of Engineering & Technology, Chitkara University, Chandigarh-Patiala National Highway (NH-64), Village Jansla, Rajpura, Punjab - 140401, India.
4. GOHRI, Shivani
Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Chitkara University Institute of Engineering & Technology, Chitkara University, Chandigarh-Patiala National Highway (NH-64), Village Jansla, Rajpura, Punjab - 140401, India.

Specification

Claims:1. The system (100) for providing ammunition training to user, the system comprising:
a laser source (102) adapted to emit a set of signals;
a frame (112) adapted to accommodate a plurality of light detectors (104), the plurality of light detectors adapted to detect the set of signals emitted from the laser source;
one or more targets presented in a particular target sequence is configured in the frame (112);
an audio device (110) configured on the frame; and
a processor (106) operatively coupled to the light detectors and to the audio device, the processor configured to:
receive, by the plurality of light detectors, the set of signal emitted from the laser source;
detect, the received set of signals, to determine the hit location of the set of signals on the one or more targets,
wherein, upon hitting the one or more targets, the processor is configured to operate the audio device to emit sound.
2. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the frame (112) is made of rigid material.
3. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the rigid material selected from a group comprising wood, plastic and any combination thereof.
4. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the frame (112) is in a combination klystron shape.
5. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the plurality of light detectors (104) are light dependent resistor (LDR).
6. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the LDR is placed on outer surfaces of the frame.
7. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein inner surface of the frame are polished with mirrors.
8. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the audio device is a buzzer.
9. A method (200) for ammunition training to user, the method comprising:
emitting (202), by a laser source, a set of signals;
receiving (204), at a computing device, by a plurality light detectors, the set of signal emitted from the laser source, a frame adapted to accommodate the plurality of light detectors, the plurality light detectors adapted to detect the set of signals emitted from the laser source; and
detecting (206), at the computing device, the received set of signals, to determine the hit location of the set of signals on the one or more targets, one or more targets presented in a particular target sequence is configured in the frame,
wherein, upon hitting the one or more targets, the computing device configured to operate (208) an audio unit to emit sound, wherein the audio device configured on the frame.

Description:TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The present disclosure relates, in general, to military training system, and more specifically, relates to a means apparatus for providing laser-based ammunition training.

BACKGROUND
[0002] Shooting include a variety of competitions including firing handguns, rifles and other firearms at bull's eyes and other types of targets. Measures of performance used to determine relative and absolute success include accuracy, speed, shot grouping, range and a host of combinations of these and other criteria. A combination of skills, competitive talents, and firearm performance is required to enable someone to compete successfully in the shooting.
[0003] A lot of expenditure is incurred by ministry of defence on ammunition for training of defence personnel. There have several simulators developed to train the personnel, however, they fail to get them real-time training situations and their cost is also too high. There have been some difficulties with army personnel to train with tank-ammunition during day time. Therefore, it is desired to design a training system that will diminish the problem of tank-ammunition training during daylight time.
[0004] Existing simulators can, however, limit the levels of performance due to time and cost, and further may not provide real-time training, which may hinder the efficiency of defence personnel. Consequently, there is a need in the art to develop a means that can provide training in every climatic condition at lost cost.

OBJECTS OF THE PRESENT DISCLOSURE
[0005] An object of the present disclosure relates, in general, to military training system, and more specifically, relates to a means apparatus for providing laser-based ammunition training.
[0006] Another object of the present disclosure is to provide a system that can provide ammunition training effectively to the user.
[0007] Another object of the present disclosure is to provide a system in which target shooting distance can be customized.
[0008] Another object of the present disclosure is to provide a system that can be installed and operated easily.
[0009] Another object of the present disclosure is to provide a system that may be available at low cost.
[0010] Yet another object of the present disclosure is to provide a system that can be operated at any climatic conditions.

SUMMARY
[0011] The present disclosure relates, in general, to military training system, and more specifically, relates to a means apparatus for providing laser-based ammunition training.
[0012] In an aspect, the present disclosure provides a system for providing ammunition training to user, the system including a laser source adapted to emit a set of signals, a frame adapted to accommodate a plurality of light detectors, the plurality of light detectors adapted to detect the set of signals emitted from the laser source, one or more targets presented in a particular target sequence is configured in the frame, an audio device configured on the frame, and a processor (106) operatively coupled to the light detectors and to the audio device, the processor configured to receive, by the plurality of light detectors, the set of signal emitted from the laser source, detect, the received set of signals, to determine the hit location of the set of signals on the one or more targets, wherein, upon hitting the one or more targets, the processor is configured to operate the audio device to emit sound.
[0013] In an embodiment, the frame can be made of rigid material.
[0014] In another embodiment, the rigid material can be selected from a group comprising wood, plastic and any combination thereof.
[0015] In another embodiment, the frame can be in a combination klystron shape.
[0016] In another embodiment, the plurality of light detectors can be light dependent resistor (LDR).
[0017] In another embodiment, the LDR can be placed on outer surfaces of the frame.
[0018] In another embodiment, the inner surface of the frame can be polished with mirrors.
[0019] In another embodiment, the audio device can be a buzzer.
[0020] In an aspect, the present disclosure provides a method for ammunition training to user, the method including emitting , by a laser source, a set of signals, receiving, at a computing device, by a plurality light detectors, the set of signal emitted from the laser source, a frame adapted to accommodate the plurality of light detectors, the plurality light detectors adapted to detect the set of signals emitted from the laser source, and detecting, at the computing device, the received set of signals, to determine the hit location of the set of signals on the one or more targets, one or more targets presented in a particular target sequence is configured in the frame, wherein, upon hitting the one or more targets, the computing device configured to operate an audio unit to emit sound, wherein the audio device configured on the frame
[0021] Various objects, features, aspects, and advantages of the inventive subject matter will become more apparent from the following detailed description of preferred embodiments, along with the accompanying drawing figures in which like numerals represent like components.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0022] The following drawings form part of the present specification and are included to further illustrate aspects of the present disclosure. The disclosure may be better understood by reference to the drawings in combination with the detailed description of the specific embodiments presented herein.
[0023] FIGs. 1A – 1C illustrate exemplary representation of a system for providing ammunition training to user, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0024] FIG. 2 is an exemplary method to provide ammunition training to user, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0025] The following is a detailed description of embodiments of the disclosure depicted in the accompanying drawings. The embodiments are in such detail as to clearly communicate the disclosure. If the specification states a component or feature “may”, “can”, “could”, or “might” be included or have a characteristic, that particular component or feature is not required to be included or have the characteristic.
[0026] As used in the description herein and throughout the claims that follow, the meaning of “a,” “an,” and “the” includes plural reference unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Also, as used in the description herein, the meaning of “in” includes “in” and “on” unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.
[0027] The present disclosure relates, in general, to military training system, and more specifically, relates to a means apparatus for providing laser-based ammunition training. The system can emit a laser pulse when fired under conditions closely simulating the firing of a projectile, the system can be adapted to provide angular perception training and angular queuing training i.e., training to shoot the closest target. The present disclosure can be described in enabling detail in the following examples, which may represent more than one embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0028] FIGs. 1A – 1C illustrate exemplary representation of a system for providing ammunition training to user, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0029] Referring to FIG. 1A, system 100 can be adapted to provide real-time training to user, for example, defence personal, the system 100 can include a laser source 102, which may be an unloaded user firearm compatible with the system 100. The system my include a frame 112 (can also be referred to as housing 112, herein, as illustrated in FIG. 1B and explained in detail below), two or more light detectors 104, one or more targets, a processor 106, a memory 108 and an audio device 110. Inner surfaces of the frame 112 can be polished with mirrors 114 as illustrated in FIG. 1C.
[0030] In an embodiment, the frame 112 can be made of any rigid material selected from a group comprising wood, plastic and any combination thereof. Further, the shape of housing is in this example can be klystron shape, however, the present disclosure may not be limited to the above provided configuration of the housing structure and may be applied to other configurations. The laser source 102 can emit a set of signals pertaining to visible laser light in response to actuation. The laser source 102 may be implemented by any type of conventional or simulated firearms, for example, hand-gun, rifle, shotgun and the like. The system 100 may be utilized to simulate live ammunition training to the military or law enforcement personnel. The system 100 may simulate the view that the trainee encounters, thereby providing angular perception training and angular queuing training.
[0031] In another embodiment, the two or more light detectors 104 configured on outer surface of the frame 112, the two or more light detectors 104 can be operatively coupled to the processor 106. The two or more light detectors 112 can be adapted to detect the set of signals received from the laser source 102. In an exemplary embodiment, the two or more light detectors 104 can be light dependent resistor (LDR).
[0032] In another embodiment, the audio device 110 can be configured on the frame 112, the processor 106 can be operatively coupled to the audio device 110, the processor 106 can receive and detect the set of signals to provide feedback information to the user via the audio device 110. In an exemplary embodiment, the audio device can be a buzzer.
[0033] In another embodiment, the one or more targets may be scaled to simulate shooting conditions at further distances, for example, within firing ranges. In addition, the one or more target may utilize to display various targets or provide shooting drills, for example, illustrations of intended target sites, target sites at specific locations, or target having variable size and the like. The one or more targets may further be scaled to simulate at different distances by the user projecting the laser beam to provide full realism in a safe environment.
[0034] In an implementation, the system 100 can be configured to provide ammunition training, the system 100 may include the laser source 102 adapted to emit the set of signals. The frame 112 adapted to accommodate the two or more light detectors 104, the light detectors 104 adapted to detect the set of signals emitted from the laser source 102. One or more targets presented in a particular target sequence can be configured in the frame 112. The processor 106 can be operatively coupled to the light detectors 104 and to the audio device 110, the processor 106 configured to receive, by the light detectors 104, the set of signals emitted from the laser source 102. The processor 106 can be configure to detect, the received set of signals, to determine the hit location of the set of signals on the one or more targets, wherein, upon hitting the one or more targets, the processor 106 can be configured to operate the audio device k110 to emit sound.
[0035] For example, the user can utilize the laser source at a particular target on the frame 112 and can actuate the trigger to project laser beam from laser source 102 toward that target. The laser beam can be detected by the LDR configured on the frame 112 and coupled to the processor 106 to provide the feedback to the user through the audio device 110 i.e., when the laser beam from the laser source 102 hits the target, the buzzer can generate the sound to indicate that the laser has hits the target.
[0036] Thus, the system 100 can provide ammunition training effectively to the user, target shooting distance can be customized. The system 100 can be installed and operated easily, further as they required available hardware components, the cost can also be reduced, and the system can be operated at any climatic conditions.
[0037] FIG. 2 is an exemplary method to provide ammunition training to user, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0038] Referring to FIG. 2, the method 200 configured to provide ammunition training to user, the method 200 can be implemented using a computing device, which can include one or more processors. At block 202, the laser source, can be adapted to emit the set of signals. At block 204, the set of signal emitted from the laser source may be received by the two or more light detectors at the computing device, wherein a frame adapted to accommodate the two or more light detectors, the two or more light detectors adapted to detect the set of signals emitted from the laser source.
[0039] At block 206, the received set of signals may be detected, at the computing device, to determine the hit location of the set of signals on the one or more targets, one or more targets presented in a particular target sequence is configured in the frame. At block 208, the computing device configured to operate an audio unit, upon hitting the one or more targets, to emit sound, the audio device configured on the frame.
[0040] The computing device may include processor 106 that can be in communication with each of a memory, and input/output units. The processor may include a microprocessor or other devices capable of being programmed or configured to perform computations and instruction processing in accordance with the disclosure. In an exemplary embodiment, the processor may be Arduino processor. Such other devices may include microcontrollers, digital signal processors (DSP), complex programmable logic device (CPLD), field programmable gate arrays (FPGA), application-specific assimilated circuits (ASIC), discrete gate logic, and/or other assimilated circuits, hardware or firmware in lieu of or in addition to a microprocessor.
[0041] The memory 108 can include programmable software instructions that are executed by the processor. The processor may be embodied as a single processor or a number of processors. The processor and a memory may each be, for example located entirely within a single computer or other computing device. The memory, which enables storage of data and programs, may include random-access memory (RAM), read-only memory (ROM), flash memory and any other form of readable and writable storage medium.
[0042] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the apparatus 100 of the disclosure may be provided using some or all the mentioned features and components without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. While various embodiments of the present disclosure have been illustrated and described herein, it will be clear that the disclosure is not limited to these embodiments only. Numerous modifications, changes, variations, substitutions, and equivalents will be apparent to those skilled in the art, without departing from the spirit and scope of the disclosure, as described in the claims.

ADVANTAGES OF THE PRESENT DISCLOSURE
[0043] The present disclosure provides a system that can provide ammunition training effectively to the user.
[0044] The present disclosure provides a system in which target shooting distance can be customized.
[0045] The present disclosure provides a system that can be installed and operated easily.
[0046] The present disclosure provides a system that may be available at low cost.
[0047] The present disclosure provides a system that can be operated at any climatic conditions.

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1 202011054147-STATEMENT OF UNDERTAKING (FORM 3) [12-12-2020(online)].pdf 2020-12-12
2 202011054147-POWER OF AUTHORITY [12-12-2020(online)].pdf 2020-12-12
3 202011054147-FORM FOR STARTUP [12-12-2020(online)].pdf 2020-12-12
4 202011054147-FORM FOR SMALL ENTITY(FORM-28) [12-12-2020(online)].pdf 2020-12-12
5 202011054147-FORM 1 [12-12-2020(online)].pdf 2020-12-12
6 202011054147-EVIDENCE FOR REGISTRATION UNDER SSI(FORM-28) [12-12-2020(online)].pdf 2020-12-12
7 202011054147-EVIDENCE FOR REGISTRATION UNDER SSI [12-12-2020(online)].pdf 2020-12-12
8 202011054147-DRAWINGS [12-12-2020(online)].pdf 2020-12-12
9 202011054147-DECLARATION OF INVENTORSHIP (FORM 5) [12-12-2020(online)].pdf 2020-12-12
10 202011054147-COMPLETE SPECIFICATION [12-12-2020(online)].pdf 2020-12-12
11 202011054147-Proof of Right [28-12-2020(online)].pdf 2020-12-28
12 202011054147-FORM 18 [22-10-2022(online)].pdf 2022-10-22
13 202011054147-FER.pdf 2023-01-05
14 202011054147-FORM-26 [08-06-2023(online)].pdf 2023-06-08
15 202011054147-FER_SER_REPLY [08-06-2023(online)].pdf 2023-06-08
16 202011054147-DRAWING [08-06-2023(online)].pdf 2023-06-08
17 202011054147-CORRESPONDENCE [08-06-2023(online)].pdf 2023-06-08
18 202011054147-COMPLETE SPECIFICATION [08-06-2023(online)].pdf 2023-06-08
19 202011054147-CLAIMS [08-06-2023(online)].pdf 2023-06-08

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