Three dimensional radio controlled target training device and methods of use

Abstract

Presented herein are methods and devices for a robotic radio controlled device which incorporates at least one articulating component and may be manipulated remotely by an instructor. The device further comprises a target and an obstacle for target training purposes. It includes a three dimensional radio controlled target, wherein an instructor is capable of remotely moving the target to improve a shooter's accuracy and accomplish training goals. The entire device may be stationary or may further comprise a moveable platform that can also be controlled remotely for movement to other nearby locations. Also disclosed herein are methods of using the robotic device for officer training purposes.

I claim: 
     
         1 . A remote controlled target training device  1000  comprising:
 a tripod  1100  and 
 a U-shaped frame  1200  defined by an upright obstacle portion  1210  and an upright target portion  1220 . 
 
     
     
         2 . The remote controlled target training device  1000  of  claim 1  further comprising:
 wherein the upright target portion  1210  features a branch or arm  1211  extending outwardly from a midsection thereof the upright portion  1210 . 
 
     
     
         3 . The remote controlled target training device  1000  of  claim 1  further comprising:
 wherein the arm  1211  is connected to the upright portion via rotatable actuator  1211 . 
 
     
     
         4 . The remote controlled target training device  1000  of  claim 1  further comprising:
 dual-pivot actuators  1213 ,  1223  connected to the top of the upright portions  1210 ,  1220  of the u-shaped frame  1200 .