Electronically scored target array

摘要

Implementations of an electronically scored target array are provided. In some implementations, the electronically scored target array may be used for training individuals in the use of rifles, hand guns, and similar weapons. In some implementations, the electronically scored target array may be used to facilitate competition between participating individuals. In some implementations, the electronically scored target array may be configured to record the performance (e.g., the number of target plates shot, number of target plates not shot (e.g., missed), overall time, etc.) of a shooter during a course of fire. In some implementations, the electronically scored target array comprises a base, a base guard, a cover plate, a first trunk tube, a second trunk tube, and nine target plates. In some implementations, the electronically scored target array may further comprise gaming software, a target controller, nine lasers mounted to the base, and an accelerometer secured to each target plate.

主权项

1. An electronically scored target array, the target array comprising:
a base having at least one interior compartment, and a first trunk tube and a second trunk tube secured thereto, the first trunk tube and the second trunk tube extend from the base at a first angle relative to the base; at least one target plate assembly configured to be supported by the first trunk tube and the second trunk tube, the at least one target plate assembly comprises three target plates positioned thereon so that a front side of each target plate is at a second angle relative to the base; a cover plate configured to fit onto a top side of the base and thereby cover the at least one interior compartment of the base; a base guard secured to a front side of the base, the base guard is configured to protect the base and the at least one interior compartment of the base; an accelerometer secured to a backside of each target plate, each accelerometer is configured to register only the impact of a projectile on the front side of the target plate to which the accelerometer is secured; at least three lasers secured to the base, each laser is configured to illuminate a different target plate on the at least one target plate assembly; and a target controller positioned within the at least one interior compartment of the base, the target controller is configured to communicate with and control the operation of each accelerometer and the at least three lasers; wherein the first angle of the first trunk tube and the second trunk tube relative to the base is different than the second angle of the front side of each target plate relative to the base.