Projectile target with hit indicator
US11454478B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 24, 2020 |
| Grant date | Sep 27, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 24, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF41J5/14
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention provides an improved target system for use by target shooters. The target system includes any target that is solid enough to transfer a portion of the impact to the frame supporting the target. An impact sensor that is independent from the target is attached to the frame supporting the target. When the target is hit by a bullet, the impact causes the impact sensor to light an indicator light to indicate that the target was hit. In some embodiments, the indicator light is housed in a housing that includes an adjustable lens to focus the light and concentrate its direction toward the shooter. In other embodiments, a remote indicator light is utilized and the impact sensor sends a radio signal to the indicator light to cause it light up when the target is impacted.
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