An optical sight system is used in conjunction with such a weapon
simulation system to immerse a user in the interactive simulation by
employing an actual weapon sight with a simulated weapon, such that the
view through the weapon sight is a clear view of an image on a primary
image display. The system includes a secondary image display electrically
connected to an image generator to receive the target corresponding to a
magnified version of the scenario displayed on the primary image display.
To view the image on the secondary image display with the weapon sight,
the optical sight system includes an optical lens to correct the long
focal distance of the scope and enable it to focus on the secondary image
display. Through the use of a laser on the simulated weapon, the system
is able to generate the desired magnified view on the secondary image
display. Using a system of interpolation and extrapolation, the optical
sight system is able to further create a clear magnified view of the
primary image display. The system further provides a method for
correcting the angle displayed on the secondary image display to
compensate for rotation of the weapon simulator as handled by the user.