Compact Modular Archery Bow with Interlocking Sections

Abstract

A compact modular bow comprising a central member with slots at each end and a longitudinal tunnel, a plurality of interlocking limb segments with tunnels, connector sections with tunnels for connecting the limb segments, and a pair of recurve sections. The tunnels in the central member, limb segments, connector sections, and recurve sections align to allow a cord to pass through, maintaining the structural integrity of the assembled bow. The bow can be easily assembled, disassembled, and stored compactly, making it suitable for emergency hunting and survival situations. The components are made from durable materials such as carbon fiber, fiberglass, metal, and wood, and the bow includes a stretch cord for stability. The design allows for adding additional limb segments and connector sections to extend the bow's length as needed.

What is claimed is: 
     
         1 . A compact modular bow, comprising:
 a central member having a first end, a second end, and a longitudinal tunnel running through its length, wherein said central member further comprises a slot at each end;   a plurality of limb segments, each having a proximal end, a distal end, and a longitudinal tunnel running through its length, wherein the proximal ends of at least a first pair of the limb segments are configured to interlock with the slots of the central member;   a plurality of connector sections, each having a first end, a second end, and a longitudinal tunnel running through its length, wherein the first end of each connector section is configured to interlock with the distal end of a respective limb segment, and the second end of each connector section is configured to interlock with the proximal end of another limb segment or a recurve section;   a pair of recurve sections, each having a proximal end, a distal end, and a longitudinal tunnel running through its length, wherein the proximal ends of the recurve sections are configured to interlock with the second ends of respective connector sections;   a cord disposed through the longitudinal tunnels of the central member, the limb segments, the connector sections, and the recurve sections, such that the cord maintains the interlocking connection of the central member, limb segments, connector sections, and recurve sections in an assembled configuration.   
     
     
         2 . The compact modular bow of  claim 1 , wherein the central member comprises a hollow-bodied handle. 
     
     
         3 . The compact modular bow of  claim 1 , wherein the limb segments are elongated and flexible. 
     
     
         4 . The compact modular bow of  claim 1 , wherein the connector sections each have slots at both ends. 
     
     
         5 . The compact modular bow of  claim 1 , wherein the recurve sections are configured to hook a bowstring. 
     
     
         6 . The compact modular bow of  claim 1 , wherein the cord is a stretch cord. 
     
     
         7 . The compact modular bow of  claim 1 , wherein the central member, limb segments, connector sections, and recurve sections are made of materials selected from the group consisting of carbon fiber, fiberglass, metal, and wood. 
     
     
         8 . The compact modular bow of  claim 1 , wherein the longitudinal tunnels of the central member, limb segments, connector sections, and recurve sections align when interlocked. 
     
     
         9 . The compact modular bow of  claim 1 , further comprising a pair of elongated flexible slats, wherein each slat has a proximal end configured to interlock with the slots of the central member. 
     
     
         10 . The compact modular bow of  claim 1 , further comprising additional pairs of limb segments and connector sections, wherein each additional pair of limb segments is configured to interlock with a respective pair of connector sections. 
     
     
         11 . The compact modular bow of  claim 1 , wherein the connector sections further comprise means for securing the cord in place. 
     
     
         12 . The compact modular bow of  claim 1 , further comprising a bowstring attached to the distal ends of the recurve sections. 
     
     
         13 . The compact modular bow of  claim 1 , wherein the central member further comprises an adjustable grip. 
     
     
         14 . The compact modular bow of  claim 1 , wherein the handle further comprises a pin as an arrow rest. 
     
     
         15 . The compact modular bow of  claim 1 , wherein the limb segments and connector sections are configured to provide a flattened shape along one axis. 
     
     
         16 . The compact modular bow of  claim 1 , wherein the limb segments, connector sections, and recurve sections are detachable for compact storage. 
     
     
         17 . The compact modular bow of  claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of sectional arrows configured for use with the bow. 
     
     
         18 . The compact modular bow of  claim 1 , wherein the recurve sections terminate the cord. 
     
     
         19 . The compact modular bow of  claim 1 , further comprising means for tightening the interlocking connections. 
     
     
         20 . The compact modular bow of  claim 1 , wherein the bow structure is extendable by adding additional limb segments and connector sections of desired length.