Licensing – Zero Verify: A Licensing Opportunity in Precision Firearm Technology

standard boresighters
Current Boresighting Tools: Top left: Traditional optical boresighters with expandable arbor assortment kit. Bottom row: Various laser boresight gear.
ATN scope
Example of smart optic system.

Technical Differentiation

ZV aligns with key market trends and sits at the intersection of sensor fusion, smart optics, and adaptive fire control. Zero Verify is a patented, sensor-driven system that transforms how shooters boresight, record, and verify zero, and predict zero shifts — functions that remain fragmented or absent in current boresighting tools and smart optic systems. By triangulating the line-of-sight and line-of-bore, Zero Verify delivers precise point-of-aim alignment across a wide range of firearm and scope combinations, without requiring investment in new optics or firearms.

All boresighters reference the chamber. Zero Verify marks the projectile’s actual departure point with a sensor—enabling accurate line-of-bore detection and scope height measurement without manual estimation. Even as optics become more sophisticated, no scope physically references the firearm’s line-of-bore to determine sight adjustment. Zero Verify fills that gap—offering a defensible, licensable enhancement to both legacy and next-gen platforms.

Market-Aligned Innovation

The riflescope market is evolving rapidly:
  • Electro-optic scopes held 59.8% market share in 2019, with steady growth projected through 2027
  • Defense modernization is accelerating across U.S., NATO, and APAC regions
  • Scope fragmentation continues, with telescopic, reflex, thermal, and laser systems all gaining traction
Zero Verify is built to capitalize on this evolution:
  • Scope-agnostic architecture supports integration with all major sight types
  • Sensor triangulation delivers precision where traditional boresighters can be less reliable
  • No dependency on proprietary optics — users retain their preferred platforms while gaining adaptive zeroing intelligence

Strategic Licensing Opportunities

Sector Licensing Opportunity
  • Smart Optics Manufacturers Embedding sensor triangulation for adaptive reticle alignment
  • Defense Contractors & R&D Units Enhancing fire-control systems with real-time zero verification
  • OEM Firearm & Accessory Firms Integrating bore-axis sensors for plug-and-play sight-in
  • Ballistic Engine Developers Leveraging sensor data for predictive targeting and diagnostics
  • AR/VR Simulation Platforms Validating zero data for immersive training environments
  • Law Enforcement & Tactical Trainers Standardizing zero across diverse weapon platforms
  • AI/ML Integrators Building adaptive zeroing and decision-support systems
  • Commercial Firms Offering precision calibration tools for civilian marksmen