Linear gimbal system

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The discussion revolves around developing a stabilizing platform for an optical system on a rifle to counteract recoil. The user seeks advice on using linear motors to compensate for longitudinal recoil, emphasizing the need for precise calculations based on measured recoil parameters. Suggestions include using a small mirror to stabilize the camera instead of the entire unit and considering a better muzzle brake for recoil management. Additionally, mounting the optical system like a traditional telescopic sight and digitally correcting the image to account for movement were proposed. The feasibility of using existing sports cameras for stabilization before creating a custom solution was also mentioned.
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Hello everyone, I need some advice. I have a rifle and need to install an optical system on it. It can't be installed in the forehead because of the large recoil and shaking during the shot. I had an idea to develop a stabilizing platform. First, we want to overcome the longitudinal recoil. The idea is to use linear motors, but the question is in their speed of movement. We made equipment that measures the recoil when firing along 3 axes G\t. Can someone help with the calculations, knowing the exact parameters of the recoil, calculate whether it is possible to compensate for the recoil electromechanically so that the camera remains motionless in the longitudinal direction. Thanks in advance.
 
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General advice: It's easier to quickly move/rotate a small mirror in front of the camera, than the entire camera.
 
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Art_sh said:
First, we want to overcome the longitudinal recoil.
First, get yourself a better muzzle brake.

Art_sh said:
... calculate whether it is possible to compensate for the recoil electromechanically so that the camera remains motionless in the longitudinal direction.
Do you mean the aiming direction, or the position along the barrel?

Maybe, consider mounting the optical system with the camera, like a normal telescopic sight on the gun. Record the image while shooting to learn the angular response of the camera mount. Correct the position of the image digitally to remove that component.

Maybe you could better describe the application of such a system, rather than what you think it should do.
 
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Correct the position of the image digitally to remove that component.
I would check if readily available sports cameras, like GoPro, are able to sufficiently stabilse the image, before trying to build anything.
 
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