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09-02-2012 дата публикации

Golf data collection

Номер: US20120035003A1
Автор: John McGuire, Padraic Moran, William Hunt
Принадлежит: Active Mind Technology R&D Ltd

A system for golf data collection comprises an apparatus arranged to be worn about the body of a golfer during a game of golf. The apparatus includes a positioning system for determining various locations of a golfer during the game, a tag reader for reading a club held in close proximity to the apparatus around the time of striking a golf ball, and a processor for correlating the location of the golfer with the time at which a tag is read to enable the path of a golf ball throughout the game of golf to be determined.

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Номер записи: 1
07-06-2012 дата публикации

Golf club apparatuses and methods

Номер: US20120139729A1
Автор: Chris Savarese, Kenneth P. Gilliland, Marvin L. Vickers, Noel H. C. Marshall, Susan Mcgill
Принадлежит: Radar Corp

Methods, apparatuses, machine readable non-transitory storage media, and systems which process measured light values in order to determine the status of a golf club relative to a golf club bag are described. In one embodiment, a system uses a floating threshold, which is between a running bright average and a running dark average, to determine whether to add a current light meter value to one or the other of these running averages. In another embodiment, a system resets or re-seeds the running averages so that re-seeded averages are used after exiting from a sleep state such as a dark sleep state. In another embodiment, a system uses light sensor information or other sensor information to determine when a club is in use. In another embodiment, an active golf ball tag includes a sensor (e.g. one or more impact sensors) to detect when a golf ball is hit and to cause an RF transmitter to transmit an RF signal to an RFID reader.

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Номер записи: 2
09-08-2012 дата публикации

Systems and methods for fitting golf equipment

Номер: US20120202610A1
Автор: Daniel Patrick Hollister, Mitchell Clark Voges
Принадлежит: Max Out Golf Labs LLC

A golf equipment fitting system that uses advanced technology to not only objectively identify the optimum equipment for the golfer, but to also identify and help correct swing flaws so that the golfer can achieve optimum performance on the golf course. Thus, in one embodiment, golf fitting includes collecting data related to the golfer's swing and determining if the golfer's swing technique should be modified based at least in part on the collected swing data. When it is determined that the golfer's swing technique should be modified, then providing swing instruction to the golfer. When, however, it is determined that the golfer's swing technique is fine, then collecting data related to how the golfer's swing launches a golf ball. Finally, golf equipment, e.g., golf clubs, can be specified based on the collected swing data and launch data.

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Номер записи: 3
14-02-2013 дата публикации

Golf Swing Training Device

Номер: US20130040749A1
Автор: Allan M. Strand
Принадлежит: Allan M. Strand

An apparatus and method is described for providing training and visual feedback of a preferred swing. The apparatus includes arm bands that are secured to the arms of a user and an alignment member that is attached to the arm bands. In use, the ends of the alignment member are visible to the user throughout an entire swing of a sport equipment without requiring head movement of the user. By observing the position of the ends of the alignment member relative to the body of the user, the user or trainer is able to determine whether a preferred swing is being executed by the user.

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Номер записи: 4
14-02-2013 дата публикации

Training Apparatus and Method

Номер: US20130040763A1
Автор: Lance Davidson
Принадлежит: Individual

Disclosed is a training system consisting of storage maintaining a reference body movement model, and a system for collecting a trainee body movement model. A computer is associated with the storage and the system, which compares the trainee body movement model to the reference body movement model and generates a report comparing the trainee body movement model to the reference body movement model. The report includes an identification of similarity between the trainee body movement model and the reference body movement model, and an identification of dissimilarity between the trainee body movement model and the reference body movement model.

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Номер записи: 5
27-06-2013 дата публикации

GOLF SWING TRAINING DEVICE AND METHOD

Номер: US20130165274A1
Автор: Shoaff Thomas M.
Принадлежит:

A golf swing training device and method. First and second tension members, such as tension cords, have first ends respectively attached to opposite sides of the upper body of a golfer and opposite ends attached to anchor points. The first tension member extends in a substantially rearward direction and the second tension member extends in a substantially forward direction from a shoulder line of the golfer when the golfer is in a ball address position. The tension members provide equal resistance to rotation of the shoulders and torso of the golfer throughout the backswing, and also provide an equal release of the resistance through the downward swing, thereby encouraging consistent and fluid golf swing mechanics. 1. A golf swing training method for use by a golfer , said method comprising the steps of:standing in a ball address position with an end of a first tension member attached to a side of the upper body of the golfer and an opposite end of the first tension member attached to a first anchor point, the first tension member extending in a rearward direction from the golfer, and with an end of a second tension member attached another side of the upper body of the golfer and an opposite end of the second tension member attached to a second anchor point;initiating a backswing to increase a tension of the first and second tension members;transitioning the backswing to a downswing; andcompleting the swing with concurrent release of tension from the first and second tension members.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein in said standing step claim 1 , an end of at least one of said first and second tension members is attached to a shoulder of the golfer.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein in said standing step claim 1 , respective ends of said first and second tension members are attached to respective left and right shoulders of the golfer.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein in said standing step claim 1 , at least one of the first and second tension members extends from ...

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Номер записи: 6
08-08-2013 дата публикации

Golf Swing Control Apparatus

Номер: US20130203515A1
Автор: Talbot Matthew R.
Принадлежит:

A swing aid for controlling the movement of a sports stick during a swing is disclosed. The swing aid includes a trailing member, a leading member, and a joining member connecting the trailing member to the leading member. The leading member and the trailing member each have an axis that intersect one another at an axis intersection point located within the joining section, the axes thereby defining an obtuse angle. 1. A swing aid , comprising:a trailing member having a trailing member axis;a leading member having a leading member axis; anda joining member having an axes intersection point, the joining member coupling the trailing member to the leading member such that the trailing member axis intersects the leading member axis at the axes intersection point, the axes defining a critical angle,wherein the critical angle is an obtuse angle.2. The swing aid of claim 1 , wherein the critical angle is within the range greater than or equal to about 151.5° and less than or equal to about 161.5°.3. The swing aid of claim 1 , wherein the critical angle is within the range greater than or equal to about 155.5° and less than or equal to about 157.5°.4. The swing aid of claim 1 , wherein the critical angle comprises an angle of about 156.5°.5. The swing aid of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the trailing members claim 1 , leading member claim 1 , and joining member further comprises an elastic material.6. The swing aid of claim 1 , wherein the trailing member claim 1 , leading member claim 1 , and joining member comprise an elastic strap.7. The swing aid of claim 1 , wherein the joining member defines a hexagonal plane having a first angle claim 1 , a second angle claim 1 , a third angel claim 1 , a fourth angle claim 1 , a fifth angle claim 1 , and a sixth angle.8. The swing aid of claim 7 , wherein the second angle is about 156.5° and the fifth angle is about 156.5°.9. The swing aid of claim 8 , wherein the first claim 8 , third claim 8 , fourth claim 8 , and sixth angels ...

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Номер записи: 7
22-08-2013 дата публикации

Methods For Providing A Selection Of A Recommended Golf Ball

Номер: US20130213153A1
Автор: Arthur Molinari, Hideyuki Ishii, Nicholas A. Leech, Yasushi Ichikawa
Принадлежит: Nike Inc

Methods for evaluating and providing selections of recommended golf balls, golf ball constructions, and configurations of golf ball construction components are provided. Such methods may involve obtaining or measuring spin measurements against a plurality of golf clubs for each of a plurality of golf balls. A linear relationship may be used to determine a spin slope for each golf ball on the basis of the set of spin measurements associated with that golf ball. In turn, a selection of a recommended golf ball, golf ball construction, or configuration of a ball construction component may be made based upon which golf ball has the larger spin slope.

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Номер записи: 8
10-10-2013 дата публикации

Passive Golf Hip Training Aid and Method

Номер: US20130267334A1
Автор: Valle Reinhard A.
Принадлежит:

The embodiment (FIG. ), being reversible, comprises an easily and quickly placed and removed hip coiling golf training device and method for promoting hip coiling during the back swing (FIGS. A-D) or the forward swing (FIGS. A-D) when a single unit is used, and for promoting hip coiling in the back swing and forward swing (FIGS. A-D) when two units are used simultaneously. The embodiment restricts lateral sway and promotes hip coiling via a non-stretch strap placed behind a golfer's leg, which is connected at one end to an easily placed, removed, and adjustable hip clip that hooks on a golfer's belt, and at other end to a loose-fitting foot stirrup. The embodiment may be used for training and practice at home, at a golf practice facility, and during a practice round of golf on a golf course. 1. A golf training aid for promoting hip coiling , comprising a connecting element between a golfer's hip and opposite foot , placed behind a golfer's leg.2. The golf training aid of wherein a hip attaching device claim 1 , being the upper portion of said connecting element and preferably made of rigid plastic claim 1 , is placed on a golfer's hip and hooked to a pants or skirt belt claim 1 , and comprises a belt hook for hooking on said belt claim 1 , and a strap clamp support and strap clamp with a gripping surface for securing a tension element.3. The golf training aid of wherein said tension element claim 1 , being the intermediate portion of said connecting element claim 1 , comprises a tension strap claim 1 , preferably made of non-stretch flexible synthetic fabric claim 1 , that is connected to said hip attaching device.4. The tension strap of wherein said tension strap is preset in tension during the golfer's address stance claim 3 , is secured in place by said strap clamp of said hip attaching device claim 3 , and is placed behind said golfer's leg promoting hip coiling claim 3 , resisting lateral sway claim 3 , and maintaining knee bend and a constant body height ...

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Номер записи: 9
12-12-2013 дата публикации

Method for matching a golfer with a particular golf club style

Номер: US20130331199A1
Автор: Benoit Vincent, David Anderson, Ian Wright, Peter J. Roberts
Принадлежит: TaylorMade Golf Co Inc

A method is disclosed for matching a test golfer with a particular golf club selected from a group of golf clubs having a plurality of styles. The method utilizes data set derived in an initial procedure in which the club style preferences for each of a large number of pre-test golfers is recorded and correlated with a set of performance parameters for the golf swings of such pre-test golfers. This data enables the pre-test golfers to be classified into subgroups, in which golfers within the same subgroup generally prefer the same club style and golfers in different subgroups generally prefer different club styles. After this data set has been established, the test golfer takes a golf swing with a golf club, while performance parameters for the swing are measured. Based on the measured performance parameters and the previously established data set, the test golfer is classified according to swing type, and the optimum golf-club is then selected from the plurality of styles of golf clubs.

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Номер записи: 10
19-12-2013 дата публикации

Golf grip training aid

Номер: US20130337927A1
Автор: Buchanan Pete, Jones Charles Rowdy
Принадлежит:

This invention relates to a training aid (strategic Golf Grip and Swing Repeater Training Aid) to assist the golfer in performing the proper golf swing technique for the effective golf swing. This training aid will be placed on the leading wrist of the golfer to develop the proper swing technique and to create muscle memory and to allow for repeated practice for game improvement and consistency. It includes a cover with straps to wrap around the hand of the user, and incorporates a back hand plate to hold the hand and wrist in alignment and place during a golf swing. It may also incorporate a wrist plate. 1. A golf grip training aid that consistently allows the golfer to return the golf club at impact to the same position it was when initially addressing the golf ball at the initiation of a drive , or hit with an iron , a covering device provided for wrapping around the wrist and upper portion of the hand , said covering device extending forwardly on the hand to generally provide coverage upon the back of the hand , loop means connecting with the upper frontal end of the wrap means provided for looping around the thumb of the player's hand , at least one strap connecting with a side edge of the wrist wrap , and provided for retention of the wrist wrap wrapped around the wrist and hand into secure it against removal during usage , a diagonal strap connecting with the opposite edge of the wrist wrap , and provided for wrapping around the applied training aid including over the one strap to completely secure the wrist wrap in place during usage , a wrist plate provided within the wrist wrap proximate the location of connection of the at least one strap to the side edge of the wrist wrap , in order to prevent wrist flexion during usage , a hand plate provided within the wrist wrap proximate the edge to which the diagonal strap applies , and arranged laterally from the said wrist plate , and said hand plate provided for prevention of wrist extension and wrist radial ...

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Номер записи: 11
06-02-2014 дата публикации

TEACHING AID FOR PROPERLY GRIPPING A GOLF CLUB AND METHOD OF USING THE SAME

Номер: US20140038736A1
Автор: Pepe William S., Weir Gary
Принадлежит:

Disclosed in this specification is a golfing glove that is configured to facilitate the proper grip of a golf club handle and a method of using the same. The palmar surface of the glove comprises a first indicator that extends along its width. A second indicator also disposed on the palmar surface. The thumb of the glove has a third indicator. The dorsal surface of the glove has a first elongated indicator aligned with the thumb and a second elongated indicator on the dorsal surface. 1. A method of gripping a golf club comprising the steps of: a terminal end having first, second and third terminal indicators, each parallel one another;', 'a distal end having first, second and third distal indicators, each parallel one another;', 'a hypothenar indicator disposed proximate the terminal end;', 'a thumb indicator, spaced from the hypothenar indicator;', the first terminal indicator establishes a first line with the first distal indicator;', 'the second terminal indicator establishes a second line with the second distal indicator;', 'the third terminal indicator establishes a third line with the third distal indicator;', 'the first, second and third lines being parallel one another with the second indicator being between the first and third terminal indicator and the second distal indicator being between the first and third distal indicator;, 'a elongated indicator disposed between the hypothenar indicator and the thumb indicator; wherein], 'providing a golf club handle to a student, the student having a hand comprising a hypothenar region, a base of fingers region and a thumb, the golf club handle comprisinginstructing the student to align the base of fingers region with the elongated indicator;instructing the student to align the hypothenar region with the hypothenar indicator; andinstructing the student to align the thumb with the thumb indicator.2. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the thumb indicator is elongated claim 1 , the method further comprising ...

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Номер записи: 12
05-01-2017 дата публикации

HEAD MOUNTED TRAINING AID

Номер: US20170001092A1
Автор: Salmon Barbara Anne
Принадлежит:

A training aid includes a frame configured for mounting on a head of a user and a light indicator coupled to the frame. The light indicator includes a light source configured to generate a beam of visible light extending away from the light source. The light indicator includes a first casing segment pivotally coupled to the frame and a second casing segment pivotally coupled to the first casing segment, wherein the light source is disposed in the second casing segment. The light indicator further includes an inclinometer configured to control operation of the light source depending on a tilt angle of the light indicator. 1. A training aid comprising:a frame; anda light indicator coupled to the frame, wherein the light indicator includes a light source configured to generate a beam of visible light.2. The training aid of claim 1 , wherein the light indicator is pivotally coupled to the frame.3. The training aid of claim 2 , wherein the light indicator includes a first casing segment pivotally coupled to the frame and a second casing segment pivotally coupled to the first casing segment claim 2 , the light source disposed on the second casing segment.4. The training aid of claim 3 , wherein the light indicator further includes an inclinometer configured to control the light source depending on a tilt angle of the light source.5. The training aid of claim 4 , wherein the light source does not generate the beam of light when the inclinometer detects that the light source is directed at an angle deviating from a preselected tilt angle.6. The training aid of claim 5 , wherein the light indicator further includes a power source and a controller claim 5 , wherein the controller is configured to discontinue electrical communication between the power source and the light source when the inclinometer detects the light source is directed at the angle deviating from the preselected tilt angle.7. The training aid of claim 3 , wherein the second casing segment includes a ...

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Номер записи: 13
03-01-2019 дата публикации

Recommendation engine

Номер: US20190001209A1
Автор: Michael J. Kline, Patrick A. Ripp
Принадлежит: Sumitomo Rubber Industries Ltd

Generally, described are methods, apparatuses and systems for a recommendation engine which determines a recommendation based upon a terrestrial parameter and an overall factor unrelated to the terrestrial parameter. The recommendation engine may receive as inputs: (1) some data relating to the terrestrial parameter and (2) some data relating to user operation of a mechanical device. An overall factor may be calculated or obtained, at least in part, from the data relating to user operation of the mechanical device. And based upon the data relating to the terrestrial parameter and the overall factor, a recommendation may be determined and transmitted. In one embodiment, as part of the transmission process, the recommendation may be displayed to a user requesting the recommendation.

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Номер записи: 14
13-01-2022 дата публикации

GOLF TRAINING APPARATUS

Номер: US20220008800A1
Автор: KING Scott R., WEISSINGER Lyle
Принадлежит:

A golf training apparatus for providing fundamentals for making a proper shoulder turn while executing a golf swing. The apparatus includes a garment with at least one pocket secured to the garment. The at least one pocket has a plurality of openings, and a rod that can be inserted into the openings of the at least one pocket. 1. A golf training apparatus comprising:a garment;at least one pocket secured to the garment, the pocket having at least two openings;a channel formed between the at least two openings; anda removeable rod inserted into the channel.2. The golf training apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising a first opening of the at least two openings on a first end of the at least one pocket.3. The golf training apparatus according to claim 2 , further comprising a second opening of the at least two openings on a second end of the at least one pocket claim 2 , wherein the second end is opposite the first end.4. The golf training apparatus according to wherein the removeable rod is inserted into the channel through the first opening or the second opening claim 3 , and wherein the removeable rod protrudes through an opening opposite the first opening or the second opening.5. The golf training apparatus according to wherein the channel extends from the first opening to the second opening claim 3 , and any space between therethrough.6. The golf training apparatus according to wherein the rod has a diameter ranging from ⅛″ to 4″.7. The golf training apparatus according to wherein a surface area of an interior space of the channel is slightly larger than the diameter of the rod.8. The golf training apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the garment further comprises a sensor and a sensor attachment claim 1 , wherein the sensor is configured to transfer data from a wearer of the golf training apparatus claim 1 , to an application.9. The golf training apparatus according to wherein the garment comprises a piece of clothing for covering a torso of a ...

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Номер записи: 15
13-01-2022 дата публикации

EXOSKELETON ROBOTIC SYSTEM FOR GOLF-SWING TRAINING AND MEDICAL REHABILITATION

Номер: US20220008801A1
Автор: Peterson David Willard
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A robotic training device, system and method duplicates and guides a golfer through a perfect golf swing in several modes. The exoskeleton-like robotis device, and system utilizes a training method that employs a combination of either pneumatic, electrics or Bowden cables with small motors and actuators, which embraces the golfer so he/she can experience the “feel” and body movements that make a perfect golf swing and learn to perform the motion without the training device. Similarly, the robot training device, system may assist patients in rehabilitation from injuries, stroke, chronic illness or other conditions involving muscular atrophy. 1for improving a golf swing, andfor assisting patients in rehabilitation.. A robotic device comprising at least one from the group of robotic exoskeletons: This application claims priority from and the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/713,390 filed Aug. 1, 2018; which application is incorporated by reference in its entirety as if fully set forth herein.The present disclosure relates generally a robotic exoskeleton and more specifically to a robotic training device and system that duplicates and guides a user to improve his/her golf swing and assists patients in rehabilitation.There is an insatiable demand for products and training aids to help learn a proper golf swing. All previous instruction devices, systems and methods involve an instructor guiding a student through the proper motion. Technical systems such as swing monitors and ball-flight monitors do not guide the student but simply measure results. It is difficult and for many, impossible to duplicate the instructions of a teacher and adopt their directions into one's own swing. This is how bad habits are formed which are often difficult to reverse. It is equally difficult to verbalize instructions in to a practice regimen. Accordingly there is a need for such a robotic system, device and method for golfers. Similarly, there is a need for robotic systems, ...

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Номер записи: 16
01-01-2015 дата публикации

Pivotable boom golf swing improvement device

Номер: US20150005088A1
Автор: John D. Bell
Принадлежит: Individual

A golf swing practice and improvement device is disclosed for better training the golfing enthusiast to make straighter shots when hitting a golf ball, without hooking or slicing the ball. The device is provided with an adjustable boom assembly supported to provide three-dimensional positioning to a head guide assembly attached to the boom assembly. The head guide is provided so that it can be placed at lateral or side portions of a golfer's head to guide and keep the head in position while the golfer is making their golf club swing to the golf ball. The boom assembly is made to be withdrawn from the golfer's head just after the golfer makes contact in swinging their gold club with the ball. In doing so the golfer trips a sensing assembly of the invention when following through with the shot which provides an activating force or signal to move the head guide assembly away and above from the golfer's head, while permitting the golfer to make a natural follow-through with their swinging club after hitting the golf ball.

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Номер записи: 17
11-01-2018 дата публикации

GOLF TRAINING AID

Номер: US20180008876A1
Автор: Deinlein Marcus
Принадлежит:

A golf training aid comprising a flexible arm band adapted to releasably fasten, a flexible strip having a first end and a second end and at the first end and the second end a closed loop is formed, wherein at substantially the midpoint of the flexible strip is attached to the flexible arm band, a first band detachably attached to the flexible strip through the closed loop at the first end, a second band is detachably attached to the flexible strip through the closed loop at the second end, and a securing mechanism attached to the second end of the first band and the second end of the second end by the detachable connects, and the securing mechanism is designed to secure to a golfer's clothing. 1. A golf training aid comprising:A flexible arm band adapted to releasably fasten;a flexible strip having a first end and a second end and at the first end and the second end a closed loop is formed, wherein at substantially the midpoint of the flexible strip is attached to the flexible arm band;a first band, having a first end and a second end wherein a detachable connector is secured to the first end and the second end, wherein the detachable connector at the first end of the first band is detachably attached to the flexible strip through the closed loop at the first end;a second band, having a first end and a second end wherein a detachable connector is secured to the first end and the second end, wherein the detachable connector at the first end of the second band is detachably attached to the flexible strip through the closed loop at the second end; anda securing mechanism attached to the second end of the first band and the second end of the second end by the detachable connects, and the securing mechanism is designed to secure to a golfer's clothing.2. The golf training aid of claim 1 , wherein the first band and the second band are elastic.3. The golf training aid of claim 1 , wherein the detachable connector and the first band are a unitary element and the ...

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Номер записи: 18
14-01-2021 дата публикации

SWING TRAINING DEVICE, SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20210008425A1
Автор: Higgins Jeannette, Higgins Mike
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A swing training device is provided. The swing training device embodies a mask adapted to place an aperture at a predefined focal length in front of the eyes of the athlete. The mask is adapted to attach to various headgear. The mask provides guides for selectively retaining diaphragms with their own diaphragmatic apertures over the aperture. 1. A training device , comprising:a mask maintaining an aperture therein at a predefined focal length in front of the eyes of a wearer of the mask, wherein the predefined focal length is between three to four and a half inches in length.2. The training device of claim 1 , further comprising:a temple portion extending from each end of the mask toward an ear of said wearer.3. The training device of claim 2 , further comprising:an earpiece attachment at a distal end of each temple, each earpiece attachment adapted to attach near the ear of said wearer.4. The training device of claim 1 , further comprising:a central tab provided along an upper periphery of the mask upward of the aperture.5. The training device of claim 4 , further comprising:a rim rest provided along the upper periphery of the mask at or adjacent to an interface of the mask and each temple portion.6. The training device of claim 4 , further comprising:each rim rest and the central tab dimensioned to engage a bill of a headgear of the wearer.7. The training device of claim 1 , wherein the aperture has a length between three and four inches and a height between one and two inches.8. The training device of claim 6 , further comprising one or more diaphragms dimensioned to cover the aperture claim 6 , wherein each diaphragm provides a diaphragmatic aperture.9. The training device of claim 8 , further comprising a diaphragm guide on opposing sides of the aperture claim 8 , each diaphragm guide engages a periphery of one of the one or more diaphragms.10. A method of teaching a swing claim 8 , comprising:{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00008', 'claim 8'}, 'providing the ...

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Номер записи: 19
14-01-2021 дата публикации

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR IMPROVING ATHLETIC SWINGING MOTION

Номер: US20210008426A1
Автор: Hawkins Craig Steven
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Various embodiments for a swing training system are described that include a resistance garment with air resistance components for providing resistance to, or to control and guide, a biomechanical swinging motion. A shoulder harness system includes an athlete attachment area and at least one coupling member having a first end configured to couple to a swing device attachment and a second end configured to couple to the athlete attachment area, where the shoulder harness system is configured to maintain, or monitor, a location of the swing device and detach from shoulder harness system in response to a predefined amount of force being exerted by an athlete during a swinging motion of the bat while training. 1. An athletic training garment , comprising:a front;a back;wherein the garment includes at least one resistance mechanism located at a predetermined location on the garment configured to provide controlling resistance to the performance of a specific biomechanical motion of an athlete wearing the garment while training; andwherein the predetermined location of the at least one resistance mechanism is based on the specific biomechanical motion of the athlete.2. The athletic training garment of wherein the at least one resistance mechanism is a pocket claim 1 , and wherein the pocket defines an opening that faces a direction of movement as the athlete performs the specific biomechanical motion.3. The athletic training garment of further comprising at least one sleeve;wherein the specific biomechanical motion is the swinging of a baseball bat; andwherein the location of the at least one resistance mechanism is on the at least one sleeve.4. The athletic training garment of wherein the pocket is removably attached to the garment such that the opening faces the direction of movement.5. The athletic garment of wherein the opening of the pocket is removably attached to the garment with hook-and-loop material at a resistance location area of the garment claim 4 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 20
08-01-2015 дата публикации

TRAINING DEVICE

Номер: US20150011338A1
Автор: Russotti Jeremy
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A training device providing positive feedback teaching the proper execution of a technique such as shooting a basketball, producing a proper golf swing as well as a proper baseball or softball swing. A flexible band of material encircles a portion of each of an individual's arms. Each of the bands includes a V-shaped arm attached to the band having a free end. Located at the free end of each of the V-shaped arms is a magnetic device in the form of a magnet or ferromagnetic body. The free end of both of the arms will remained attached to one another via magnetic attraction when the particular sports technique is properly practiced. However, improper practice of that particular sports technique results in the free ends becoming disengaged from one another. 1. A training device for an individual , comprising:a first section having an outer surface;a first NT-shaped arm including a first pair of elongated members each having a first end and a second end, said first end of each elongated member of said first pair of elongated members spaced apart from each other and secured to the outer surface of the first section, each of said first pair of elongated members angled toward one another as they extend from the first section until they meet at a first central portion proximate to said second end of said first pair of elongated members, forming the first V-shaped arm with a first free end;a second section having an outer surface;a second V-shaped arm including a pair of second elongated members each having a first end and a second end, said first end of each elongated member of said second pair of elongated members spaced apart from each other and secured to the outer surface of the second section, each of said second pair of elongated members angled toward one another as they extend from the second section until they meet at a second central portion proximate to said second end of said second pair of elongated members, forming the second V-shaped arm with a free end;a ...

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Номер записи: 21
09-01-2020 дата публикации

GOLF SWING ENHANCEMENT DEVICE WITH SELF CONTAINED HEAD PIECE TRIGGERING AND SUPPORT RECEPTION SYSTEMS

Номер: US20200009438A1
Автор: Bell John D.
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Disclosed is a self-contained device and method for improving a practicing golfer's swing which is brought about by the movement and action of an elongated headpiece subassembly which is positioned at the side or temporal areas of a practicing golfer's head and withdrawn when there is premature movement or glancing away from one's eye on the golf ball being hit prior to striking the golf ball in the practicing shot, or pulled away when the golf ball is struck without moving one's head or eyes prior to making the shot and proceeding with follow-through. In related preferred models of the invention a ground support subassembly assembly is used to vertically support the headpiece subassembly, and acts to define an area where the golf ball is placed for the practicing shot; and further provides a warning method when a right-handed or left-handed practicing golfer strays too far to the left or right, respectively in follow-through of a practicing shot. 1. A headpiece device and system for fitting on a first side temple area and a second side temple area of a head of a practicing golfer while making a practicing shot and improving a golf swing of the practicing golfer with a golf club by responding to movement of the head of the practicing golfer during the golf swing of the practicing golfer by moving away from the first side temple area and the second side temple area of the golfer's head of the practicing golfer , the headpiece device and system comprising:an outside base having first and second ends and a periphery wall, the outside base defining an installation channel within the periphery wall, and a slide groove along a portion of the periphery wall which extends to the second end of the outside base;an inside slide, having first and second ends, being securely and slideably mounted within the installation channel of the outside base so that the inside slide can securely move and extend a portion of its length a linear horizontal dimension y, beyond the first end ...

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Номер записи: 22
19-01-2017 дата публикации

ARM SLEEVE GOLF TRAINING AID

Номер: US20170014701A1
Автор: Chen Yen-Ann
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An arm sleeve golf training aid includes two arm sleeves connected by an elastic strap. The two arm sleeves can be respectively fitted over the arms of a user for protection against skin damage from sunlight and prevention of sports injuries. Each arm sleeve has a first fastening member located at the periphery thereof. The elastic strap has a second fastening member located at each of two opposite ends and respectively detachably fastenable to the first fastening members of the arm sleeves to limit the opening between the two arms during a golf swing. 1. An arm sleeve golf training aid , comprising:two arm sleeves for respectively fitting over the arms of a user, each said arm sleeve comprising a first fastening member located at a periphery thereof; andan elastic strap having a second fastening member located at each of two opposite ends and respectively detachably fastenable to the first fastening members of said arm sleeves.2. The arm sleeve golf training aid as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said arm sleeves are made from an elastic fiber fabric.3. The arm sleeve golf training aid as claimed in claim 2 , wherein said elastic fiber fabric is a Lycra fabric.4. The arm sleeve golf training aid as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said first fastening members and said second fastening members are Velcro strips.5. The arm sleeve golf training aid as claimed in claim 4 , wherein each said first fastening member is a female Velcro strip; each said second fastening member is a male Velcro strip. (a) Field of the InventionThe present invention relates to golf training aids and more particularly to an arm sleeve golf training aid, which fits over the user's two hands to protect against skin damage from sunlight, to prevent sports injuries and to correct swings.(b) Description of the Prior ArtVarious golf swing correcting devices and equipments from complicated machine-based designs to simple arm-wearing devices are known and commercially available. illustrates a swing lever ...

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Номер записи: 23
21-01-2016 дата публикации

Collapsing portable apparatus for the training and adjustment of forward, lateral and rotational movement in sports activity

Номер: US20160016062A1
Автор: Wayne Edward Snyder
Принадлежит: Power Pivot Golf LLC

A collapsing portable apparatus for the training and adjustment of forward, lateral and rotational movement in sports activity which is portable, adjustable, collapsible when not in use, not attached to the user's body, stops unwanted forward, lateral and rotational movement, provides tactile feedback for learning while training, immediately provides the user with positive feedback, initiates resistance necessary to hit a ball correctly, and can be used indoors, in practice areas, or in the field. The device essentially comprises a main vertical body which is substantially mandolin shaped and has an upper neck and a lower bout. A leg arch is attached to the upper neck and an elongated runner is attached to the lower bout. Near to a nexus of the neck and lower bout, a support strut extends from the main vertical body and connects to the elongated runner to create a rigid apparatus for use. Each of the parts of the apparatus are configured in a way where the user may dissemble it when the device is not in use by way of manipulating a plurality of attaching and hinge means. This device is believed to be useful in a variety of sports training settings such as golf greens and batter's boxes, where the individual athlete user desires assistance to perfect a sports task such as a golf downswing or home run hit. A device according to the invention is also believed to be favorable for use in gym environments, classes and other fitness-related facilities.

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Номер записи: 24
26-01-2017 дата публикации

SWING ANALYSIS DEVICE, SWING ANALYSIS SYSTEM, SWING ANALYSIS METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM

Номер: US20170021227A1
Автор: HAYAISHI Ikuo
Принадлежит: SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION

A swing analysis device includes an angle calculator that calculates an upper limit angle and a lower limit angle during a predetermined period of swing of a sporting apparatus based on a plurality of angles of the sporting apparatus for predetermined planes; and an index setting unit that sets an upper limit plane based on the upper limit angle and a stroke direction, and sets a lower limit plane based on the lower limit angle and the stroke direction. 1. A swing analysis device comprising:an angle calculator that calculates an upper limit angle and a lower limit angle during a predetermined period of swing of a sporting apparatus based on a plurality of angles, formed by the sporting apparatus and predetermined plane, in a plurality of locations during the predetermined period; andan index setting unit that sets an upper limit plane based on the upper limit angle and a stroke direction, and sets a lower limit plane based on the lower limit angle and the stroke direction.2. The swing analysis device according to claim 1 ,wherein the angle calculator calculates a degree of variation in the respective angles, formed by the sporting apparatus and the predetermined plane, in the plurality of locations which are included in a swing locus during the predetermined period, and calculates the upper limit angle and the lower limit angle based on the degree of variation.3. The swing analysis device according to claim 2 ,wherein the predetermined plane is a horizontal plane which includes the stroke direction, andwherein the angle calculator calculates the plurality of angles based on a crossing angle formed by a line, which connects the location and an axis corresponding to the stroke direction and which crosses the axis by a predetermined angle, and the predetermined plane.4. The swing analysis device according to claim 1 , further comprising:an evaluation unit that compares a location of the swing locus during the predetermined period with a location of at least one of the ...

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Номер записи: 25
10-02-2022 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC CADDIE-TYPE GOLF ASSISTANCE SYSTEM BASED ON WEATHER INFORMATION CALCULATED BY INPUTTING REAL-TIME WEATHER MEASUREMENTS INTO HIGH-PRECISION WEATHER MODELING

Номер: US20220040553A1
Автор: Lim Jae Chul
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The present invention relates to an electronic caddie-type golf assistance system and, more particularly, to an electronic caddie-type golf assistance system based on weather information calculated by inputting weather measurements into high-precision weather modeling. The golf assistance system according to the present invention comprises: a weather information acquisition device for acquiring weather information of a golf course; a wind information restoration device which models the weather information acquired by the weather information acquisition device to restore wind information; and an electronic caddie device for providing caddie information on the basis of the restored wind information. The golf assistance system according to the present invention may improve golfing performance by providing local-scale 3D wind information of a golf course. 1. A golf assistance system comprising:a weather measurement value collection device configured to acquire weather information on a golf course;a weather modeling device configured to model the weather information acquired from the weather information acquiring device to recover wind information; anda golf assisting device configured to present caddie information based on the recovered wind information.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the weather measurement value collection device includes a plurality of weather measurement value collection devices arranged in 8 directions or 4 directions along a perimeter of the golf course.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the golf assisting device includes:a position information creation module configured to create position information;a driving-distance information input module configured to receive club-specific driving-distance information from a user;a club selection module configured to receive a currently-to-be-used club from the user; anda caddie information display module configured to display the caddie information based on the recovered wind information from the ...

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Номер записи: 26
24-01-2019 дата публикации

Golf shot tracking system

Номер: US20190022460A1
Автор: James W. Meadows, Richard C. Edmonson, Richard L. Root
Принадлежит: Skyhawke Technologies LLC

A golf tracking system including a tag coupled to a golf club. The tag includes a plurality of sensors, each which output a signal based on a detected movement of the golf club, a microcontroller that compares each of the plurality of sensor outputs to stored reference sensor output values, and a transceiver that transmits data corresponding to the sensor outputs to a device remote from the tag based on the comparison performed by the microcontroller. The location-aware device then processes the information received from the tag to determine whether a shot should be registered.

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Номер записи: 27
01-02-2018 дата публикации

GOLF TRAINING AID

Номер: US20180028893A1
Автор: Herberth Erik Mark
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A golf training aid is provided. The golf training aid includes a brace. The brace has a looped strap configured to wrap around and attach to an arm of a user. An elongated rod includes a top end and a bottom end. A first connector rod includes a first end and a second end. The first end is coupled to and extends laterally from the top end of the elongated rod and the second end is coupled to the brace. A second connector rod includes a first end and a second end. The first end is coupled to and extending laterally from the bottom end of the elongated rod. A clamp is coupled to the second end of the second connector rod and is configured to secure to a shaft of a golf club. 1. A golf training aid comprising:a brace comprising a looped strap configured to wrap around and attach to an arm of a user;an elongated rod comprising a top end and a bottom end, wherein the top end is attached to the brace; anda clamp attached to the bottom end of the elongated rod and configured to secure to a shaft of a gold club.2. The golf training aid of claim 1 , wherein the brace further comprises an elbow padding attached to opposing ends of the looped strap.3. The golf training aid of claim 1 , further comprising an upper pivoting joint pivotally coupling the top end of the elongated rod to the brace.4. The golf training aid of claim 3 , wherein the upper pivoting joint pivots about a first axis and a second axis claim 3 , wherein moving the upper pivoting joint along the first axis moves the brace side to side and moving the upper pivoting joint along the second axis moves the brace up and down.5. The golf training aid of claim 1 , further comprising a lower pivoting joint pivotally coupling the clamp to the bottom end of the elongated rod.6. The golf training aid of claim 5 , wherein the lower pivoting joint pivots about a first axis and a second axis claim 5 , wherein moving the lower pivoting joint along the first axis moves the clamp side to side and moving the lower pivoting ...

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Номер записи: 28
17-02-2022 дата публикации

Golf swing training tool based on grip angle control

Номер: US20220047930A1
Автор: Shuichi Watanabe
Принадлежит: Individual

A golf swing training tool including an arm band (which connects the elbows) and the club shaft are connected by a cord maintain a prescribed grip angle. The arm band is configured to adjust a distance between the elbows. An elastic clip locks onto the club shaft and is configured to encircle the club shaft, and enables easy changing of the grip angle by using an opening lever to change the locking point with a single touch. As a result, frequent changes in grip angle can be made much more easily. Three types of cords are employed, a low-elasticity cord, a high-elasticity cord, and a cord combining both are used to achieve twelve different types of training methods.

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Номер записи: 29
31-01-2019 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR GOLF TRAINING

Номер: US20190030413A1
Автор: NGUYEN Tu, Walkey Christopher Clarke
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Golf training aids are provided that maintain the positions of a golfer's left and right forearms relative to a golf club throughout one or more portions of the backswing, one or more portions of the downswing, and one or more portions of the follow-through. The golf training aids can comprise a connector, a first arm, and a second arm, and the first and second arms can each have a plurality of bends. The golf training aids teach a golfer to swing with proper form throughout a full swing by guiding the positions of the golfer's left and right forearms relative to the golf club by maintaining contact with the forearms throughout at least a portion of the backswing, downswing, and follow-through. 1. A golf swing aid apparatus for use with a golf club to maintain positions of a left forearm and a right forearm of a golfer relative to the golf club throughout one or portions of a backswing , a downswing , and a follow-through , the golf club including at least a shaft and a grip , the apparatus comprising:a connector configured to attach to the shaft or the grip and having a first receiver and a second receiver;a first arm having a proximal end, a distal end, and a first plurality of bends disposed therebetween, the proximal end being configured to couple to the first receiver;a second arm having a proximal end, a distal end, and a second plurality of bends disposed therebetween, the proximal end being configured to couple to the second receiver;a first contact member supported by the distal end of the first arm and configured to contact the left forearm; anda second contact member supported by the distal end of the second arm and configured to contact the right forearm,at least one of the first plurality of bends and the second plurality of bends including at least a first bend, a second bend, and a third bend, the second bend being disposed between the first bend and the third bend.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a first location between the first bend and the ...

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Номер записи: 30
30-01-2020 дата публикации

GOLF SWING TRAINING APPARATUS AND METHOD

Номер: US20200030680A1
Автор: Heller Jason
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A golf swing training apparatus comprising: a first attachment means; a first cord with a first end and a second end, the first end of the first cord attached to the first attachment means; a bite piece attached to the second end of the first cord; a first releasable connector attached to the second end of the first cord; a second releasable connector configured to releasably attach to the first releasable connector; a second cord, with a first end and a second end, the first end of the second cord attached to the second releasable connector; a retractable and extendible cord attached to the second end of the second cord; a lockable retractor in operable communication with the retractable and extendible cord; a second attachment means attached to the lockable retractor. A method of using a golf swing training apparatus, the method comprising: attaching a first attachment means to a user's shirt; attaching a second attachment means to the user's waistband or belt; biting down on the bite piece; connecting a first releasable connector to a second releasable connector; adjusting the length of a first cord and a second cord so that golf swing training apparatus is at a proper tautness so that if the user's head moves excessively during a golf swing the first and second releasable connectors disconnect, thereby indicating to the user that his or her head moved too much; and practicing the user's golf swing. 1. A golf swing training apparatus comprising:a first attachment means;a first cord with a first end and a second end, the first end of the first cord attached to the first attachment means;a bite piece attached to the second end of the first cord;a first releasable connector attached to the second end of the first cord;a second releasable connector configured to releasably attach to the first releasable connector;a second cord, with a first end and a second end, the first end of the second cord attached to the second releasable connector;a retractable and extendible ...

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Номер записи: 31
04-02-2021 дата публикации

Systems and Methods for Storing and Analyzing Golf Data, Including Community and Individual Golf Data Collection and Storage at a Central Hub

Номер: US20210031071A1
Автор: James A. Niegowski, Mario A. Lafortune
Принадлежит: Karsten Manufacturing Corp

Systems and methods are described for providing coaching, training, or equipment specification information to individual golfers based on data generated during their individual golf swings. Additionally, data hubs are described that provide information and services to individuals based on data collected for a community of multiple golfers. Such community data hub systems and methods may provide one or more of the following: (a) storage of scoring data, swing data, ball flight data, and/or equipment data for multiple golfers; (b) at least some level of individual access to the stored data for the community; and/or (c) electronic interaction between golfers within the community.

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Номер записи: 32
24-02-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MEASURING AND/OR ANALYZING SWING INFORMATION

Номер: US20220054889A1
Автор: Dugan Brian M.
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In a first aspect, a method for monitoring a golf swing is provided that includes coupling a mobile telephone to a golf club and employing the mobile telephone coupled to the golf club to monitor acceleration of the mobile telephone as the mobile telephone swings while a user swings the golf club, collect acceleration information based on the monitored acceleration of the mobile telephone as the mobile telephone swings, analyze the collected acceleration information to determine one or more characteristics of the golf swing based on the collected acceleration information, and output information regarding the one or more characteristics of the golf swing on the display of the mobile telephone. Numerous other aspects are provided. 1. A system for monitoring a swing comprising: monitor acceleration of the mobile telephone as the mobile telephone swings;', 'collect acceleration information based on the monitored acceleration of the mobile telephone;', 'analyze the collected acceleration information to determine one or more characteristics of a swing based on the collected acceleration information;', 'output information regarding the one or more characteristics of the swing on a display of the mobile telephone; and', 'provide feedback to correct the swing., 'a mobile telephone having one or more accelerometers and a program stored therein that when executed by the mobile telephone causes the mobile telephone to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the program causes the mobile telephone to provide feedback to a user to correct a golf swing.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the program causes the mobile telephone to provide feedback to correct slicing.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the program causes the mobile telephone to accumulate information on a user.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the program causes the mobile telephone to provide advice on a training regimen based on the accumulated information.6. The system of claim 4 , wherein the program causes the mobile ...

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Номер записи: 33
24-02-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETECTING LOWER BODY POSITIONS, MOVEMENTS, AND SEQUENCE IN GOLF SWING TRAINING

Номер: US20220054920A1
Автор: Dhar Sumitrajit, JR. James R., Paulk
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Disclosed are various embodiments of golf training device that helps a golfer learn and coordinate lower body positions and movements with upper body movements, using a series of feedback signals. In one embodiment, among others, a system comprises a foot sensor that attaches to a Lead Foot of a user. The foot sensor is configured to detect a heel of the Lead Foot being raised. The system also comprises a leg sensor that attaches to a Trail Leg of the user, and the leg sensor detects a bend in the Trail Leg of the user. The foot sensor is configured to detect the heel being lowered at an instance after the detection of the bend in the Trail Leg. The system further comprises a feedback device configured to activate one or more feedback indicators after the detections of foot and/or leg movements. 1. A system for detecting a sequence of golf swing movements , comprising:a foot sensor that attaches to a Lead Foot of a user, the foot sensor detecting a heel of the Lead Foot being raised or lowered;a leg sensor that attaches to a Trail Leg of the user, the leg sensor detecting a bend in the Trail Leg; a first indicator for the backswing of a golf swing sequence based at least in part on the foot sensor detecting the heel of the Lead Foot being raised;', 'a second indicator which coincides with or follows the first indicator based at least in part on the leg sensor detecting the bend in the Trail Leg which occurs at address or subsequently; and', 'a third indicator for the downswing of the golf swing sequence based at least in part on the first indicator and the second indicator being activated and the foot sensor detecting the heal of the Lead Foot being lowered., 'a feedback device that is in data communication with the foot sensor and the leg sensor, the feedback device activating2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a wireless transceiver that is electrically coupled to the foot sensor and the leg sensor claim 1 , the wireless transceiver communicating a first ...

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Номер записи: 34
18-02-2021 дата публикации

Wrist-Training Device for a Golf Swing

Номер: US20210046370A1
Автор: Dunrud Douglas James
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A wrist-training device for a golf swing is an apparatus that trains a golfer of a consistent proper golf swing form. The apparatus includes a housing, a trigger assembly, and a click-alert assembly. The housing contains the trigger assembly and the click-alert assembly. The housing is wearable as the apparatus includes a length-adjustable strap. The length-adjustable strap wraps around the wrist. A first loop and a second loop connect the length-adjustable strap around the housing. The trigger assembly activates the click-alert assembly. The click-alert assembly notifies the user of proper form with a sound. The trigger assembly includes an actuation plate and a release lever. The click-alert assembly includes a striking latch, a first magnet, and a second magnet. The actuation plate is pressed by the hand, and the release lever is engaged. The release lever releases the striking latch, allowing the first magnet to snap with the second magnet. 1. A wrist-training device for a golf swing comprises:a housing;a trigger assembly;a click-alert assembly;the housing comprises a lateral wall, a base plate, and a trigger-receiving channel;the trigger assembly comprises an actuation plate and a release lever;the click-alert assembly comprises a striking latch, a first magnet, and a second magnet;the base plate being positioned adjacent the lateral wall;the lateral wall being perimetrically fixed with the base plate;the trigger-receiving channel traversing into the lateral wall;the actuation plate being slidably engaged into the trigger-receiving channel;the release lever and the striking latch being positioned within the housing;the release lever being rotatably mounted onto the base plate about a lever pivot point;the striking latch being rotatably mounted onto the base plate about a latch pivot point;the first magnet being laterally fixed with the striking latch, offset from the latch pivot point;the second magnet being fixed within the housing, offset from the latch pivot ...

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Номер записи: 35
23-02-2017 дата публикации

Golf Vision Discipline Training System and Method

Номер: US20170050100A1
Автор: TURCO Anthony
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An eyeglass assembly for training golfers includes first and second lenses that are opaque except at first and second viewing portions. The first viewing portion on the first lens provides a first eye of the user with a view of the target in a target region, such as the golf ball, while the second viewing portion provides a second eye of the user with a view not including the target region. An opaque feature such as a horizontal line is also provided on the second lens such that the eyes of the user co-register the horizontal line with the first viewing portion to form a focus point that must be maintained on the golf ball if head movement is to be avoided during a swing. The opaque portions at the remainder of the assembly prevent visual distractions that may undesirably move the eyes and the head during the swing. 1. An eyeglass assembly to enhance vision focus of a user comprising:a first lens that is opaque but also includes a first viewing portion which is configured to provide a first eye of the user with a first view of a target in a target region when the first eye focuses on the first viewing portion; anda second lens coupled to the first lens, the second lens being opaque but including a second viewing portion which is configured to provide a second eye of the user with a second view that does not include the target region, the second lens also including an opaque feature that is differentiated from a remainder of the opaque second lens and that the second eye may focus on to avoid suppression of feedback to a brain of the user from the second eye,wherein, the first and second lenses are configured such that when the user wears the eyeglass assembly and focuses with first and second eyes on the first viewing portion and the opaque feature, the first and second eyes can maintain continuous focus on the target by co-registering the first viewing portion and the opaque feature onto a location of the target.2. The eyeglass assembly of claim 1 , wherein:the ...

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Номер записи: 36
03-03-2016 дата публикации

Multiple sensor tracking system and method

Номер: US20160059072A1
Автор: James VOLLBRECHT, John VOLLBRECHT, Ryan TAWWATER
Принадлежит: Origin LLC

A system and method for tracking the flight of golf balls at driving range. The system includes a plurality of hitting stations, a plurality of sensors, a computer, and a range surface. Each hitting station in the plurality of hitting stations includes a golf ball, a golf club, a monitor, and a sensor. At least one other sensor in the plurality of sensors is placed outside a hitting station. The flight path of the golf balls being calculated by the computer using parameters by the plurality of sensors. The method includes steps for determining whether a first sensor detected a first parameter and a second parameter, whether a second sensor detected a first and a second parameter, whether a third sensor detected a third parameter, and depicting the flight path of the golf balls using the first parameter, the second parameter, and the third parameter.

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Номер записи: 37
01-03-2018 дата публикации

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ATHLETIC MOTION ANALYSIS AND INSTRUCTION

Номер: US20180056184A1
Автор: Bentley Michael D.
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A system and method for analyzing and improving the performance of a body motion of an animal or human subject requires instrumenting a subject with inertial sensors, monitoring a body motion of interest, converting sensor data into motion data and animation, comparing the motion data with existing data for motion related performance parameters, providing a real-time, information rich, animation and data display of the results in color coded displays; and based on the results prescribing a training regime with exercises selected from a library of standardized exercises using standardized tools and training aids. 120-. (canceled)21. A method for analyzing body motion , comprising:receiving, by a processor of a computer-based motion analysis system, first motion data representing a first body motion associated with a user;measuring, by the processor, a first movement pattern for the user using the first motion data;assessing, by the processor, the first movement pattern by comparing the first motion data to existing motion data stored in a motion database;prescribing, by the processor, a first prescribed body motion stored in the motion database based upon the assessed first movement pattern;receiving, by the processor, second motion data representing a second body motion when the first prescribed body motion is performed by the user;measuring, by the processor, a second movement pattern for the user using the second motion data;assessing, by the processor, the second movement pattern by comparing the second motion data to existing motion data stored in the motion database associated with the first prescribed body motion;determining, by the processor, whether the second movement pattern falls within a range of body motion limits associated with the first prescribed body motion, and prescribing the first prescribed body motion if the second movement pattern is determined to fall outside the range of body motion limits, and if the second movement pattern is determined ...

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Номер записи: 38
21-02-2019 дата публикации

Golf Training Device

Номер: US20190054361A1
Автор: Bentley Joseph Richard
Принадлежит:

A golf training device comprises a first elastic band loop attached to a strap wrapped around the lead shoulder of the golfer at one end and to the shaft of the golf club at the other end and also comprises a second elastic band loop attached to a strap wrapped around the lead shoulder of the golfer at one end and to the butt end of the grip of the golf club at the other end. When the golfer extends his or her arms to swing the golf club, the resistance provided by the rubber bands helps guide the golfer's swing by informing the proper location of the arms and hands of the golfer relative to the body for maximum leverage throughout the golf swing. 1. A golf training device for a golfer swinging a golf club , the golf club containing a shaft , a head and a grip , the golfer having a lead shoulder and a trailing shoulder , said training device comprising:a first elastic band loop attached at a first end to a point above a midsection of the golfer's body, said first elastic band loop being attached at a second end to the shaft of the golf club; and a second elastic band loop attached at a first end to a point above a midsection of the golfer's body, said second elastic band loop being attached at a second end to a butt end of the grip.2. The golf training device of further comprising a shoulder harness worn by the golfer claim 1 , the shoulder harness containing a first strap wrapping around the golfer's lead shoulder and a second strap wrapping around the golfer's trailing shoulder claim 1 , the first elastic band loop being attached at the first end to the first strap of the shoulder harness.3. The golf training device of wherein the first end of the second elastic band loop is attached to the first strap of the shoulder harness.4. The golf training device of wherein the first end of the first elastic band loop and the first end of the second elastic band loop are threaded through a channel attached to the first strap of the harness.5. The golf training device of ...

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Номер записи: 39
21-02-2019 дата публикации

GOLF AID INCLUDING HEADS UP DISPLAY FOR GREEN READING

Номер: US20190054362A1
Автор: Leech Nicholas A., Wallans Michael
Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

An electronic golf aid system for assisting users with reading greens on golf courses includes a camera that captures images of the user's field of view, and an electronic display device with a display screen that displays captured images. A processor, which communicates with the camera and display device, is programmed to: receive signals from the camera indicative of images of a golf ball and a cup on the green; determine respective locations for the golf ball and cup; determine a perspective view of the topology of the green between the golf ball and cup from the user's point of view; determine, based on the green's topology, a proposed trajectory line from the golf ball's location to the cup's location; and direct the electronic display device to display the proposed trajectory line superimposed on the surface of the green as the green is shown in real-time on the display screen. 1. An electronic golf aid system for assisting a user with reading a green on a golf course , the electronic golf aid system comprising:a camera configured to capture images of a field of view of the user;an electronic display device with a display screen configured to display the captured images within the field of view of the user; and receive, from the camera, a signal indicative of an image of a golf ball and a cup on the green;', 'determine respective locations for the golf ball and the cup;', 'determine a perspective view of a topology of the green between the golf ball and the cup from a point of view of the user;', 'determine, based on the topology of the green, a proposed trajectory line from the golf ball location to the cup location; and', 'direct the electronic display device to display the proposed trajectory line superimposed on a surface of the green as the green is shown in real-time via the display screen., 'a processor operable to communicate with the camera and the electronic display device, the processor being configured to2. The electronic golf aid system of claim 1 ...

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Номер записи: 40
05-03-2015 дата публикации

GOLF SWING TRAINING AID AND METHOD OF USE THEREOF

Номер: US20150065263A1
Автор: Luttrull David
Принадлежит:

A golf swing training aid is provided. The golf swing training aid device may include a vibration element configured on a golf club, the vibration element being in functional communication with an interior of the golf club, the vibration element being configured to switch between an active state and an inactive state. The golf swing training aid may further have a power source and a control in functional communication with the power source and the vibration element. Upon operation of the control, the control functionally couples the power source to the vibration element to transition the vibration element between the active and inactive states, wherein in the active state, the vibration element provides vibrational input to a golfer's hands positioned on a grip of the club. 1. A golf swing training device , the training device comprising:a vibration element configured on a golf club, the vibration element being in functional communication with a shaft of the golf club, the vibration element being configured to switch between an active state and an inactive state;a power source; anda control in functional communication with the power source and the vibration element, wherein operation of the control functionally couples the power source to the vibration element to transition the vibration element between the active and inactive states,wherein in the active state, the vibration element provides vibrational input to the golf club and to a golfer's hands positioned on a grip of the club.2. A golf swing training device , the training device comprising:a vibration element configured on a backside of a golf glove, the vibration element being configured to switch between an active state and an inactive state;a power source; anda control in functional communication with the power source and the vibration element, wherein operation of the control functionally couples the power source to the vibration element to transition the vibration element between the active and inactive ...

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Номер записи: 41
01-03-2018 дата публикации

TRAINING DEVICE ASSEMBLY FOR IMPROVING BALL CONTROL

Номер: US20180061268A1
Автор: BÜHRING Nils, GROSSMANN Luise, WUNNER Felix
Принадлежит:

A device assembly causes the concentration of a sportsperson in the course of a throwing, kicking, striking and shooting movement and/or the physical movement sequence to increasingly focus on feeling and thereby improve performance. The device assembly has a detector which transmits a signal to a pair of shutter spectacles via a transmitter at a selectable time between the beginning of a throwing, kicking, striking and shooting movement and/or the physical movement sequence and the movement phase commenced in this way. The shutter spectacles have a receiving circuit which converts the lenses of the shutter spectacles from a high transparency to a low transparency when said signal is received. 1. An assembly for improving the control over a device for throwing , kicking , hitting and/or shooting and/or over the physical motion sequence , havinga detector, which comprises a transmitter and triggers, at a selectable time starting at the beginning of a throwing, kicking, hitting and/or shooting movement or at a selectable time of the change in the position of a training device, the transmission of a signal,shutter glasses having a receiving circuit, which controls the transparency thereof and controls a switch from high transparency to low transparency when the signal is received from the transmitter.2. The assembly as claimed in whereinthe detector triggers, at a selectable time of the change in the position of the training device, the transmission of the signal.3. The assembly as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that the receiving circuit controls the switching of the shutter glasses from high transparency to low transparency in a continuous manner.4. The assembly as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that the receiving circuit switches the shutter glasses claim 1 , after the switch from high transparency to low transparency claim 1 , back to high transparency with a settable delay.5. The assembly as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that the lenses of ...

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Номер записи: 42
22-05-2014 дата публикации

Ir system for kinematic analysis

Номер: US20140141900A1
Автор: Gregory Alan Rose
Принадлежит: Acushnet Co

An infrared method and apparatus for the kinematic analysis of a golfer is disclosed. The method includes selectively positioning a plurality of infrared markers on a golfer, and optionally on a golf club. Images of the golfer may be acquired before, during, and after he/she swings the golf club. The images may be analyzed to determine the kinematic characteristics of the movement of the golfer's body parts. A kinematic analysis of the golfer's body parts may then be correlated with a kinematic analysis of the golf club. The method and apparatus disclosed herein provide the advantage of allowing a golfer's movement to be correlated with a kinematic analysis of their golf swing while minimizing the physical restrictions on the golfer's movement.

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Номер записи: 43
08-03-2018 дата публикации

GOLF AID INCLUDING HEADS UP DISPLAY FOR GREEN READING

Номер: US20180065018A1
Автор: Leech Nicholas A., Wallans Michael
Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

A golf aid for assisting a user in reading a green includes a user tracking system to determine the location of a user on a golf course, a heads up display, and a processor. The heads up display is configured to be worn on the user's head, and to display an image within a field of view of the user. The processor is in communication with the user tracking system and with the heads up display, and maintains a representation of a topology for each of a plurality of golf greens, receives an indication of the location of the user from the user tracking system, identifies one of the plurality of golf greens that is the closest to the user, and displays a representation of the topology within the field of view of the user via the heads up display. 1. An electronic imaging system for assisting a user with reading terrain within an environment , the electronic imaging system comprising:a memory component storing topographical slope data for a plurality of terrains within the environment;a heads up display configured to be worn by the user, the heads up display having a display screen with a transparent display area configured to display images within a field of view of the user; and identify one of the terrains proximate to a location of the user;', 'receive, from the memory component, the topographical slope data for the identified one of the terrains; and', 'direct the heads up display to display a visual indication of the received topographical slope data superimposed on the identified one of the terrains as the identified terrain is visible through the transparent display area of the display screen within the field of view of the user., 'a processor operable to communicate with the memory component and the heads up display, the processor being configured to2. The electronic imaging system of claim 1 , wherein the visual indication is a topographical model claim 1 , and wherein the processor is further configured to pattern match features in the topographical model with ...

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Номер записи: 44
11-03-2021 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INTEGRATING MEASUREMENTS CAPTURED DURING A GOLF SWING

Номер: US20210069548A1
Автор: Anderson David, Beach Todd P., Cornish James Edward Michael, Hough Stephen Anthony, Kroll Thomas Anthony, Robbie Nicholas Allan Graham
Принадлежит: Taylor Made Golf Company, Inc.

The present embodiments provide systems and methods for aggregating measurements captured by different technologies during a golf swing. By capturing measurements using different technologies, more accurate measurements may be provided to a user by selecting from the measurements, offsetting measurements based on the technologies used, and aligning measurements between devices. Further, by aggregating measurements received from different devices, additional features and functionality may be provided to the user that is absent from any one device used alone. Additionally, by storing the aggregated measurements, users, club fitters and instructors may access and leverage larger databases of measurements to better understand the user's golf swing and to provide better recommendations and instruction to the user. 1. A system for integrating golf club and golf ball characteristics captured during a golf swing , the system comprising:an optical launch monitor configured to capture optical golf club characteristics and optical golf ball characteristics during the golf swing;a motion sensor configured to capture motion-based golf club characteristics during the golf swing; and receive the motion-based golf club characteristics from the motion sensor;', 'receive the optical golf club characteristics and the optical golf ball characteristics from the optical launch monitor;', 'select a subset of characteristics from the optical golf club characteristics, the optical golf ball characteristics, and the motion-based golf club characteristics; and', 'combine the subset characteristics into an integrated set of golf club and golf ball characteristics., 'a host computer communicatively coupled to the optical launch monitor and the motion sensor, the host computer configured to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the host computer is configured to select the subset of characteristics based on an accuracy metric for each of the optical golf club characteristics claim 1 , each of the ...

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Номер записи: 45
11-03-2021 дата публикации

Device for sensing a moving ball and method for computing parameters of moving ball using the same

Номер: US20210069569A1
Автор: Kang Yoon LIM, Sea Jung Oh, Soo Ho Chang, Tae Suk KO
Принадлежит: Golfzon Co Ltd

The present invention is not a method of directly calculating the rotational characteristics of a ball through frequency analysis of a received signal as in the prior arts, but a method of determining a final spin information by finding the spin information of the moving ball while approaching a ball trajectory predicted in terms of the trajectory of a moving ball using the position coordinate data of the ball to the trend data indicating the trend of the position coordinates of the moving ball. The present invention provides a method of finding the spin in terms of the trajectory of the moving ball, regardless of whether it is possible to check the frequency characteristics of the rotation of the ball from the signal reflected from the moving ball, and thus derives a fairly accurate and uniform spin calculation result.

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Номер записи: 46
07-03-2019 дата публикации

WRIST WORN MONITORING DEVICE

Номер: US20190070477A1
Автор: Caldwell Theodore Weissenburger
Принадлежит:

A wrist worn muscle movement monitoring device includes a wrist strap; a sensor that responds to muscle movement at a wrist wearing the wrist strap; and monitoring circuitry connected to the sensor. 1. A wrist worn muscle movement monitoring device comprising:a wrist strap;a sensor that responds to muscle movement at a wrist wearing the wrist strap; andmonitoring circuitry connected to the sensor.2. The wrist worn muscle movement monitoring device of comprising a fastener.3. The wrist worn muscle movement monitoring device of wherein the fastener attaches the wrist strap to a watch casement.4. The wrist worn muscle movement monitoring device of wherein the sensor is embedded in the wrist strap.5. The wrist worn muscle movement monitoring device of wherein the muscle movement comprises movement of a muscle group at the wrist.6. The wrist worn muscle movement monitoring device of wherein the muscle group at the wrist moves toward the elbow.7. The wrist worn muscle movement monitoring device of comprising a battery.8. The wrist worn muscle movement monitoring device of wherein the battery comprises a lithium battery.9. The wrist worn muscle movement monitoring device of comprising a watch casement connected to the wrist strap.10. The wrist worn muscle movement monitoring device of wherein the sensor comprises a piezo-electric sensor.11. The wrist worn muscle movement monitoring device of comprising an analog to digital converter.12. The wrist worn muscle movement monitoring device of wherein the monitoring circuitry comprises a microprocessor.13. The wrist worn muscle movement monitoring device of wherein the wrist strap comprises a wrist band.14. The wrist worn muscle movement monitoring device of wherein the monitoring circuitry issues a signal based at least in part on response of the sensor to muscle movement.15. The wrist worn muscle movement monitoring device of comprising a display that displays information responsive to output from the monitoring circuitry. ...

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Номер записи: 47
14-03-2019 дата публикации

Shoulder Motion Exercise Device and Method of Use

Номер: US20190076697A1
Автор: Bernard Fay
Принадлежит: Misig Inc

A shoulder motion exercise device and method of use having a retainer, a connector, an extender, and a slider. When the user mimics a golf swing, the device aids in the stretching and exercise of at least a shoulder and a portion of the torso.

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Номер записи: 48
12-06-2014 дата публикации

GOLF TRAINING AID KIT

Номер: US20140162799A1
Автор: Hocknull Craig
Принадлежит:

A kit for use by a golfer which provides an improved training aid. The kit includes a plurality of multi-layered sighting devices and a backing sheet. The devices are preferably angular in configuration and have a tacky layer interposed between an outer layer and the backing sheet. The siding device is utilized by removing it from the backing sheet and placing it on a pair of glasses. The sighting devices are irremovably attached to the glasses and are storable on the backing sheet between uses. 1. A kit for providing a training aid , comprising:a backing sheet;a plurality of devices formed from a reusable material, each device having a first side, a second side, and a material thickness there between each device having an axial opening through it;a layer of adhesive material attached to one said first and second sides, the adhesive material being reusable with the device; anda backing sheet for attaching the device, removing/mounting the device after use.2. The kit of wherein the backing sheet includes indicia for recording a player's development.3. The kit of wherein the at least some of the openings in the devices have different diameters.4. The kit of wherein the devices are formed from a material available in a variety of colors.5. The kit of wherein the devices are annular. The present application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/609,566, filed Mar. 12, 2012, the contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.Not Applicable.This disclosure relates to a kit for providing an optical sighting device which is employable with any pair of glasses worn by a golfer, for example, to aid the golfer in keeping the head of the golfer steady during a golf swing. While the disclosure is particularly directed to the game of golf, those skilled in the art will recognize the wider applicability of the hand eye coordination training provided by the disclosure to other situations and games.A golf swing is a complicated maneuver in which the ...

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Номер записи: 49
12-03-2020 дата публикации

GOLF AID INCLUDING HEADS UP DISPLAY FOR GREEN READING

Номер: US20200078653A1
Автор: Leech Nicholas A., Wallans Michael
Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

An electronic golf aid system for assisting users with reading greens on golf courses includes a camera that captures images of the user's field of view, and an electronic display device with a display screen that displays captured images. A processor, which communicates with the camera and display device, is programmed to: receive signals from the camera indicative of images of a golf ball and a cup on the green; determine respective locations for the golf ball and cup; determine a perspective view of the topology of the green between the golf ball and cup from the user's point of view; determine, based on the green's topology, a proposed trajectory line from the golf ball's location to the cup's location; and direct the electronic display device to display the proposed trajectory line superimposed on the surface of the green as the green is shown in real-time on the display screen. 1. A method of operating an electronic golf aid system for assisting a user with reading a green of a golf course , the electronic golf aid system including a camera , an electronic display device with a display screen , and a processor operable to communicate with the camera and the electronic display device , the method comprising:receiving, from the camera via the processor of the electronic golf aid system, signals indicative of captured images of a field of view of the user, the captured images including a golf ball and a cup on the green of the golf course;determining, via the processor, a golf ball location of the golf ball and a cup location of the cup;determining, via the processor, a perspective view of a topology of the green between the golf ball and the cup from a point of view of the user;determining, based on the topology of the green, a proposed trajectory line from the golf ball location to the cup location;determining an accuracy metric indicative of a likelihood of the user putting the golf ball into the cup; anddirecting, via the processor, the electronic display ...

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Номер записи: 50
25-03-2021 дата публикации

GRIPPING DEVICE FOR HANDLING A GOLF CLUB

Номер: US20210086053A1
Автор: Blakely William Douglas Erickson
Принадлежит:

A golf grip device for handling a golf club provides a flexible, comfortable joint resistance for a user's finger. The grip device contains a number of features configured to help improve one's golf game. The grip device is configured to be worn as a stand alone piece to be placed over a user's finger without a glove, to be bonded directly onto a glove or to be built within a glove. The device provides a cooperating relationship between the flexible material, reduced resistance applied, reduced tension and enhanced muscle memory in the fingers. 1. A gripping device for handling a golf club comprising:a tubular hollow vessel having four sides including a proximal side having at least two legs and and a first cavity disposed in between the at least two legs, wherein the first cavity includes a V-shape inward design;a distal side having at least two legs and a second cavity disposed in between the at least two legs, wherein the second cavity includes a V-shape inward design;at least two lateral sides connecting the proximal side to the distal side, wherein the vessel is made of flexible material.214. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the device has a length of - inches and a hollow diameter great enough to comfortably fit over a person's finger or golf glove.3. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the device is disposed over an index finger.4. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the flexibile material includes stretch material such as nylon claim 1 , LYCRA claim 1 , spandex claim 1 , and mesh.5. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the flexible material can be manufactured from materials including elastomer claim 1 , various polymer materials claim 1 , elastomeric polymers claim 1 , plastics claim 1 , thermoplastics claim 1 , polyurethanes claim 1 , resins and interwoven fibers infused with resin claim 1 , molded rubbers or other rubber-like materials claim 1 , and filament materials.6. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the device would ...

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Номер записи: 51
23-03-2017 дата публикации

Methods for biomechanical movement training

Номер: US20170084194A1
Автор: Dale Dawson, Michael GISH
Принадлежит: DAVINCI CORPORATE HOLDINGS LLC

The present invention advantageously provides a movement training device, including a base configured to attach to a user's body; a movement guide coupled to the base, wherein the movement guide defines an elongated malleable body; and a contact element coupled to the movement guide.

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Номер записи: 52
31-03-2016 дата публикации

FORM ANALYZING DEVICE, FORM ANALYZING SYSTEM, FORM ANALYZING METHOD, AND FORM ANALYZING PROGRAM

Номер: US20160089567A1
Автор: HATANAKA Koichi
Принадлежит:

A form analyzing device includes a storing section configured to store form information in the past in which detection results in the past of an inertia sensor (an inertia measuring unit) attached to the upper limb of a user or a hitting instrument held by the hand of the user and forms of swings of the user are associated, an estimating section configured to extract, from the storing section, the form information in the past corresponding to the present detection result of the inertia sensor, and a notifying section configured to notify the user of the present form information based on the form information in the past corresponding to the present detection result. 1. A form analyzing device comprising:a storing section configured to store form information in past in which detection results in the past of a physical quantity sensor attached to an upper limb of a user or a hitting instrument held by a hand of the user and forms of swings of the user are associated;an estimating section configured to extract, from the storing section, the form information in the past corresponding to a present detection result of the physical quantity sensor; anda notifying section configured to notify the user of present form information based on the form information in the past corresponding to the present detection result.2. The form analyzing device according to claim 1 , wherein the form analyzing device further includes the physical quantity sensor.3. The form analyzing device according to claim 1 , further comprising a communication section configured to communicate with the physical quantity sensor.4. The form analyzing device according to claim 1 , wherein the present form information includes an advice for improving a form.5. The form analyzing device according to claim 1 , wherein the present form information includes images of the forms.6. A form analyzing system comprising:a physical quantity sensor attached to an upper limb of a user or a hitting instrument held by a ...

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Номер записи: 53
19-06-2014 дата публикации

Golf Training Aid

Номер: US20140171212A1
Автор: Curry William George
Принадлежит:

Provided is a device for aiding an awareness of a golfer of a bend at an elbow of a leading arm of the golfer during a golf swing. The device comprises a forearm engaging surface operable to engage a forearm of the golfer, an upper arm contacting surface operable to reversibly connect an upper arm of the golfer; and a body connecting the forearm engaging surface to the upper arm contacting surface. The body is operable, when the forearm engaging surface is engaged with the forearm of the golfer, to move the upper arm contacting surface such that when the elbow of the leading arm of the golfer is straight, the upper arm contacting surface is in contact with the upper arm of the golfer and when the bend at the elbow is present the upper arm contacting surface is not in contact with the upper arm of the golfer. 1. A device for aiding an awareness of a golfer of a bend at an elbow of a leading arm of the golfer during a golf swing , the device comprising:a) a forearm engaging surface operable to engage a forearm of the golfer;b) an upper arm contacting surface operable to reversibly connect with an upper arm of the golfer; andc) a body connecting the forearm engaging surface to the upper arm contacting surface, the body operable when the forearm engaging surface is engaged with the forearm of the golfer to move the upper arm contacting surface such that when the elbow of the leading arm of the golfer is straight the upper arm contacting surface is in contact with the upper arm of the golfer and when the bend at the elbow is present the upper arm contacting surface is not in contact with the upper arm of the golfer.2. The device of wherein the body maintains an upper arm contacting surface plane at a distance of from about 0.5 inches to about 1.5 inches from a forearm engaging surface plane.3. The device of wherein the body maintains an upper arm contacting surface plane at a distance of from about 0.8 inches to about 1.3 inches from a forearm engaging surface plane.4. ...

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Номер записи: 54
19-03-2020 дата публикации

Digital golf assistant

Номер: US20200086196A1
Автор: John Bouck, Sunil Bharadwaj
Принадлежит: Nike Inc

A method includes maintaining a plurality of golf-related ability metrics from a plurality of users, each of the plurality of users having a respective scoring average or handicap that is within a predetermined tolerance of a scoring average or handicap of an individual user; determining a statistical distribution of each of the plurality of ability metrics; receiving score data from the individual user corresponding to a plurality of shots performed on a golf course; determining an ability metric from the score data received from the individual user; generating a visual image that illustrates the determined ability metric within the statistical distribution; and displaying the visual image via the electronic user interface.

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Номер записи: 55
28-03-2019 дата публикации

MOTION CORRECTION APPARATUS

Номер: US20190091513A1
Автор: Hiruta Shigenori, Kitamura Shiro, Muramatsu Daisuke, NAKAYAMA Shuji
Принадлежит:

A motion correction apparatus, including: a setting portion configured to set a target motion; a detecting unit configured to detect an actual motion of a user corresponding to the target motion; a motion correcting unit configured to correct user motion by applying an external stimuli to a body or a brain of the user; and an outputting unit configured to output control signals to the motion correcting unit based on an attainment level of the actual motion detected by the detecting unit to the target motion so that the actual motion approaches to the target motion, wherein the target motion includes a final target motion and a single or a plurality of intermediate target motion set in steps up to the final target motion. 1. A motion correction apparatus , comprising:a detecting unit configured to detect an actual motion of a user corresponding to a target motion;a motion correcting unit configured to correct user motion by applying an external stimuli to a body or a brain of the user; anda processor and a memory,the processor configured to set a target motion, andthe processor configured to output control signals to the motion correcting unit based on an attainment level of the actual motion detected by the detecting unit to the target motion so that the actual motion approaches to the target motion, whereinthe target motion includes a final target motion and a single or a plurality of intermediate target motion set in steps up to the final target motion.2. The motion correction apparatus according to claim 1 , whereinthe processor is configured to output control signals to the motion correcting unit based on the attainment level of the actual motion detected by the detecting unit to the intermediate target motion so that the actual motion approaches to the intermediate target motion, and configured to output, when the attainment level of the actual motion to the intermediate target motion is equal to or greater than a predetermined value, control signals to the ...

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Номер записи: 56
28-03-2019 дата публикации

Single Finger Golf Glove

Номер: US20190091549A1
Автор: Clark Thomas, Fleetwood David, Szilagy Chris
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A one finger golf glove is formed as a unitary pattern from a single sheet of material, the unitary pattern including a palm portion arranged at the palm of the golfer's hand and a finger portion arranged at the middle finger and ring finger of the golfer's hand. The glove includes a finger sleeve arranged to receive only the middle finger of the golfer's hand. A strap extends from the palm portion and is sized to extend across the back of the golfer's hand, through a slot in the glove and around the golfer's wrist. 1. A golf glove for the hand of a golfer , comprising:a sheet including a surface for contacting the grip of a golf club and an opposite surface for contacting only a portion of the golfer's hand, the sheet including a palm portion sized to cover less than the entire palm of the golfer's hand and a finger portion sized to cover a portion of only the middle and ring fingers of the golfer's hand; anda finger sleeve attached to the finger portion of the sheet, said finger sleeve sized to receive only the middle finger of the golfer's hand therethrough.2. The golf glove of claim 1 , wherein said finger sleeve has a length that is less than the length of the middle finger of the golfer so that the fingertip of the ring finger is exposed when the glove is worn on the golfer's hand.3. The golf glove of claim 1 , wherein said finger portion is sized so that the finger tip of the ring finger of the golfer is exposed when the glove is worn on the golfer's hand.4. The golf glove of further comprising a strap portion attached to said sheet and sized and arranged to be wrapped around the wrist of the golfer's hand.5. The golf glove of claim 4 , wherein:said sheet includes an attachment flap below said palm portion and arranged to extend to the golfer's wrist when the glove is worn on the golfer's hand; andsaid attachment flap defining a slot sized to receive said strap portion therethrough.6. The golf glove of claim 5 , wherein:said attachment flap further includes a ...

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Номер записи: 57
14-04-2016 дата публикации

Wing Clip

Номер: US20160101339A1
Автор: W. James Crowell
Принадлежит: Individual

The Wing Clip is worn on the inner arm and has three straps to secure the training tool to the upper forearm, elbow bend, and lower bicep. The Wing Clip is designed to wear during practice sessions, however could be worn during a round of golf. The goal is to keep a golfer's lead arm straight, throughout the golf swing, enhancing consistent ball striking ability. The Wing Clip fits on the inner arm and the 3 straps make the tool easy to place on the arm as well as take off the arm.

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Номер записи: 58
26-06-2014 дата публикации

GOLF EYEGLASSES HAVING FUNCTION OF CORRECTING VARIOUS SWING ERRORS AND HEAD UP MOVEMENT

Номер: US20140179453A1
Автор: So Il Sop
Принадлежит:

Provided is a pair of golf eyeglasses having a function of correcting various swing errors and head-up movement, in which a golf ball-coloured focus structure is detachably mounted on one of a pair of eyeglasses, to thus form a golf ball-coloured focus control circle with a limited field of view, in order to correct errors in various swing actions that frequently occur for golfers. In addition, the pair of golf eyeglasses enables a golfer to make a golf swing practice by using a limited field of view of a golf ball-coloured adjustable focus circle, to thereby make the golfer focus more attention on a target golf ball, and recognize various swing errors and the head up movement for himself or herself as soon as the golf ball deviates from the golf ball-coloured adjustable focus circle and correct the posture of the golfer, and to thus allow anyone from amateur golfers to professional golfers to conveniently use the golf eyeglasses at low costs. 1. A pair of golf eyeglasses having a function of correcting various swing errors and head-up movement , the golf eyeglasses comprising:{'b': 100', '10', '40, 'a golf color focus structure () that is mounted on at least one of left and right eyeglasses in a frame () of the eyeglasses, and that forms a golf color focus control circle () so as to make a golfer recognize the various swing, errors and head-up movement dial are caused by unstable posture occurring according to movement of the head, the eyes and the body of the golfer who makes a golf swing practice,'}{'b': '100', 'wherein the golf color focus structure () comprises{'b': 110', '111', '112', '111, 'a structure housing () having a hollow outer chamber () whose front and rear surfaces are opened, and a hollow inner chamber () that is mounted in the inside of the outer chamber (); and'}{'b': 120', '110, 'a focus control lens body () that is detachably fitted on the front surface of the structure housing ().'}210010. The pair of golf eyeglasses according to claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 59
12-04-2018 дата публикации

HEAD ENGAGING ASSEMBLY FOR GOLF SWING TRAINING DEVICE

Номер: US20180099202A1
Автор: Potter Kerry
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A modular head engaging assembly for use with a golf swing training device, the assembly including a U-shaped back-of-the-head positioning element including axially aligned inner and outer coupling pieces, the U-shaped back-of-the-head positioning element extending from a position adjacent the forehead of a golfer across the top of the head to a position overlying a portion of the rear of the head, a U-shaped collar element including axially aligned inner and outer coupling pieces, the U-shaped collar element being extending from a position adjacent the forehead of the golfer around each side of the head with a free end positioned above each of the ears, and a front head-positioning element including an inner coupling piece, the front head-positioning element being positioned adjacent the forehead. The three elements being coupled by the coupling pieces. 1. A modular head engaging assembly for use with a golf swing training device having a horizontal arm coupled to a vertical support assembly , the horizontal arm having an outer tubular coupling piece attached thereto , the modular head engaging assembly comprising:a U-shaped back-of-the-head positioning element including axially aligned inner and outer coupling pieces, the U-shaped back-of-the-head positioning element being designed to extend from a position adjacent the forehead of a golfer across the top of the head to a position overlying a portion of the rear of the head of the golfer;a U-shaped collar element including axially aligned inner and outer coupling pieces, the U-shaped collar element being designed to extend from a position adjacent the forehead of the golfer around each side of the head with a free end positioned above each of the ears of the golfer;a front head-positioning element including an inner coupling piece, the front head-positioning element being designed to be positioned adjacent the forehead of the golfer; andone of the inner coupling piece of the U-shaped back-of-the-head positioning ...

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Номер записи: 60
03-07-2014 дата публикации

Golf Swing Training Device

Номер: US20140187340A1
Автор: Taylor Charles Fredrick
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A golf swing training device teaches proper golf swing. The present invention comprises a golf club with attached elastic band loop. An aspect of the present invention is the elastic band/golf club connection located at the mid longitudinal section of the golf club grip. In use, the player loops the elastic band over his/her head. The elastic band left side rests on the left shoulder; elastic band right side rests on the right shoulder. The player grasps the present invention by placing the right and left hands on the golf club with forefingers and thumbs between the elastic band distal ends. This teaches proper alignment of the hands. The player takes set-up position with out-stretched arms creating resistance forces through the arms provided by the elastic band. A collapse in either elbow will result in resistance loss and noticeable elastic band sag. Re-enforce good habits through drills, intermediate, or, unrestricted full-swing ball contact at the practice range. The present invention incorporates adjustability in resistance and dimensions to accommodate golfers of different body types and sizes. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. (canceled)10. (canceled)11. (canceled)12. (canceled)13. (canceled)14. (canceled)15. (canceled)16. (canceled)17. (canceled)18. A golf swing training device comprising: a grip common to a golf grip with a first small perimeter through-hole located midway lengthwise and a second small perimeter through-hole located a distance , depending on a golfer's hand size , midway lengthwise and linear from the first small perimeter through-hole , a flat elastic band sized for resilience and made to couple with the grip , a club common to a golf club made to couple conjointly with the flat elastic band and said grip , these conjoined components including the grip , the flat elastic band , and the club make up the golf swing training device and form a resilient loop that's ...

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Номер записи: 61
20-04-2017 дата публикации

Systems and methods for measuring and/or analyzing swing information

Номер: US20170106237A1
Автор: Brian M. Dugan
Принадлежит: Brian M. Dugan

In a first aspect, a method for monitoring a golf swing is provided that includes coupling a mobile telephone to a golf club and employing the mobile telephone coupled to the golf club to monitor acceleration of the mobile telephone as the mobile telephone swings while a user swings the golf club, collect acceleration information based on the monitored acceleration of the mobile telephone as the mobile telephone swings, analyze the collected acceleration information to determine one or more characteristics of the golf swing based on the collected acceleration information, and output information regarding the one or more characteristics of the golf swing on the display of the mobile telephone. Numerous other aspects are provided.

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Номер записи: 62
20-04-2017 дата публикации

Multi-node motion measurement and analysis system

Номер: US20170110026A1
Автор: Haoyang Liu, Peter Gauthier, Ruoli DAI
Принадлежит: BEIJING NOITOM TECHNOLOGY Ltd

A multi-node motion measurement and analysis system comprises at least one motion measurement module and a receiver unit. The motion measurement module is bound to a hand-held sports appliance through an adjustable fixture or being bound to a human body. A binding position on the human body is rearrangeable based on different measurement requirements. The motion measurement module comprises a sensor module configured to measure information of acceleration, angular velocity and magnetic force, a first microprocessor module connected to the sensor module and configured to generate information of orientation, and a first RF module configured to receive the information of acceleration, angular velocity, magnetic force and orientation and transmit the received information to the receiver unit. The receiver unit generates motion information according to the information of acceleration, angular velocity, magnetic force and orientation, and calibrates the motion measurement module bound to different positions on the human body.

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Номер записи: 63
09-06-2022 дата публикации

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR SIMULATING GOLF SHOTS FOR A USER

Номер: US20220176224A1
Автор: TUXEN Fredrik
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A method and a device are for simulating a golf shot for a user. The method includes receiving golf course information and receiving historical golf shot capabilities of the user in combination with generating at least one current golf shot simulation based on a current position of a golf ball on the golf course, the golf course information and the historical golf shot capabilities of the user and determining a strategy for the current golf shot based on the at least one current golf shot simulation. 117-. (canceled)18. A method for simulating a golf shot for a user , comprising:generating at least one current golf shot simulation based on a current position of a golf ball on a golf course, golf course information and historical golf shot capabilities of the user for a set of different shot types, the historical golf shot capabilities comprising launch parameters including one or more of speed, spin rate and spin axis of a ball launch, wherein each of the launch parameters is represented by a correlated statistical descriptor for each of the respective shot types, wherein the simulation is generated based on a ball trajectory model in view of the launch parameters and a bounce and roll model implemented based on a simulated initial impact with the golf course; anddetermining a strategy for the current golf shot based on the at least one current golf shot simulation.19. The method of claim 18 , wherein the golf course is a simulated golf course in a virtual environment.20. The method of claim 19 , further comprising generating the at least one current golf shot simulation based on current environmental conditions associated with the current position of the golf ball on the golf course.21. The method of claim 20 , wherein the current environmental conditions include at least one of wind speed claim 20 , wind direction claim 20 , temperature claim 20 , pressure and humidity.22. The method of claim 19 , wherein the launch parameters further include one or more of angle ...

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Номер записи: 64
18-04-2019 дата публикации

INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS, INFORMATION PROCESSING METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM

Номер: US20190111327A1
Автор: MOCHIZUKI Keita
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[Object] To provide a mechanism that can visualize an operation of a target object from a smaller amount of information. [Solution] An information processing apparatus includes: an acquisition section configured to acquire an operation model indicating an operation pattern related to a target object; a calculation section configured to calculate an overall operation including an identified partial operation of operations of the target object, with reference to the operation model acquired by the acquisition section; and an output control section configured to output output information indicating the overall operation of the target object that has been calculated by the calculation section. 1. An information processing apparatus comprising:an acquisition section configured to acquire an operation model indicating an operation pattern related to a target object;a calculation section configured to calculate an overall operation including an identified partial operation of operations of the target object, with reference to the operation model acquired by the acquisition section; andan output control section configured to output output information indicating the overall operation of the target object that has been calculated by the calculation section.2. The information processing apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the acquisition section acquires the operation model corresponding to a context of the target object.3. The information processing apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the acquisition section acquires the operation model on a basis of a user manipulation.4. The information processing apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the acquisition section acquires the operation model corresponding to an identified partial operation of operations of the target object.5. The information processing apparatus according to claim 3 , wherein the target object includes a user claim 3 ,the operation model includes a first operation model and a second operation model ...

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Номер записи: 65
03-05-2018 дата публикации

Golf training aid apparatus

Номер: US20180117429A1
Автор: Andrew Graziano
Принадлежит: Individual

An apparatus having an elongate body made of a piece of fabric having a plurality of different colored segments. The device provides a golf training aid that assists users in developing distance control and strengthening their chipping and putting game. The apparatus for use as a golf training aid includes a piece of fabric; the piece of fabric may have an elongate body with a first end and a second end. A plurality of grommets may be included.

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Номер записи: 66
07-05-2015 дата публикации

WEIGHTED GOLF-TRAINING HAT

Номер: US20150126294A1
Автор: WILLIAMS Joshua Thomas
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A golf-training hat is provided on each side above the ears of the user wearing the hat with an upwardly open pocket holding a weight. 1. A golf-training cap comprising:a crown shaped to fit over a person's head and having a pair of opposite sides;a respective pocket in each of the sides; anda respective weight in each of the pockets.2. The golf-training hat defined in claim 1 , wherein each of the pockets is provided with a fastenable flap for securing the respective weight therein.3. The golf-training hat defined in claim 2 , wherein the flap is has a hook-and-barb strip.4. The golf-training hat defined in claim 1 , wherein the pockets are substantially rectangular.5. The golf-training hat defined in claim 4 , wherein the weights are substantially rectangular.6. The golf-training hat defined in claim 1 , wherein the weights are of metal.7. The golf-training hat defined in claim 6 , wherein the weights weigh between 20 g and 50 g.8. The golf-training hat defined in claim 6 , wherein the weights are flat steel plates.9. The golf-training hat defined in claim 1 , wherein the hat has a bill projecting from the crown. The present invention relates to a hat. More particularly this invention concerns a golf-training cap.A problem with the golf swing is that the golfer bobs his/her head during the swing on moving from the setup position addressing the ball to the top of the backspin and then back to the follow-through, typically in an up-and-down motion. This action contributes nothing to striking the ball and, in fact, makes it significantly harder to hit the ball with the center of the club, resulting in topped, skulled, or chunked shots.It is therefore an object of the present invention to provide an improved golf-training hat.Another object is the provision of such an improved golf-training hat that overcomes the above-given disadvantages, in particular that trains the golfer not to bob his/her head while swinging the club.A golf-training cap has according to the ...

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Номер записи: 67
07-05-2015 дата публикации

Combining statistically determined capabilities of a golfer with golf course data to aid shot selection

Номер: US20150126308A1
Автор: Guillermo Rosales, JR., Kurt Penn
Принадлежит: PERCENTAGEPLAY GOLF LLC

A system for aiding the selection of a golf shot by a golfer on a hole of a golf course, comprising means for retrieving statistics indicative of past performances by the golfer for each of a plurality of golf club types, means for retrieving data regarding the hole of the golf course, means for analyzing the retrieved statistics in concert with the data regarding the hole of the golf course, means for selecting one of the golf club types as the statistically preferred golf club type for the golf shot, and means for displaying the selected golf club type to the golfer.

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Номер записи: 68
10-05-2018 дата публикации

Exercise Balance and Flexibility Method

Номер: US20180126243A1
Автор: VILHELMSEN KURT
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A method for performing different balancing and squatting exercises that uses a kit includes a clip that attaches to the front edge of the brim on a hat or visor worn by the exerciser. Attached to the clip is a length adjustable string that attaches to a weight, such as a golf ball. The clip attaches to the brim and the length of the string is adjusted so the weight hangs freely just above the ground when standing and when lowering to a squat position while standing on one leg or two legs. During use, exerciser stands upright with his arms extended outward and then bends his knees to a squatting position while keep the back straight without bending the waist. The user then identifies a point on the ground and squats to position the weight over the spot. As the exerciser becomes more flexible, the length of the string is shortened. The kit may also include an optional elongated stick that extends longitudinally over the exerciser's two shoulders as the exerciser squats. 1a. selecting a swing elevation and balance kit that includes a main clip designed to attach to the front edge of a brim on a visor or hat at a location aligned with the user's front midline axis, a length adjustable, lightweight string attached at one end to said main clip, and a weight attached at an end of said string opposite said end attached to said main clip;b. attaching said main clip to said brim so that the string is aligned with the user's midline axis;c. selecting a balancing squat exercise to perform from a standing position that requires the user to keep the string a ball aligned with the midline axis all times;d. adjusting the length of the string so that the weight is elevated above the ground and supported by the brim or visor when standing and remains elevated above the ground and when performing the balancing squat exercises;e. performing a balancing squat and keeping the weight aligned over the midline axis at all times; and,f. repeating step (e) repeatedly.. A method for ...

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Номер записи: 69
11-05-2017 дата публикации

SHOULDER MOTION EXERCISE DEVICE AND METHOD OF USE

Номер: US20170128776A1
Автор: Fay Bernard
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A shoulder motion exercise device and method of use having a retainer, a connector, an extender, and a slider. The extender is gripped in one hand, the slider, which is in slidable engagement with the extender, is held in the other, and the slider is attached to the retainer at, or above, the elbow of an intended user. When the user mimics a golf swing, the device aids in the stretching and exercise of at least a shoulder and a portion of the torso. 18-. (canceled)9400310300400310300400. The method device according to claim 18 , wherein with a closest portion of the slider () positioned 6 inches from the extender proximal end () claim 18 , an overall weight distribution of the extender () and the slider () produce a torque of 3000-10000 gram*inches about a fulcrum located 14″ from the extender proximal end () claim 18 , and a combined weight of the extender () and the slider () is 100-800 grams.10300400. The method device according to claim 9 , wherein the torque is 5000-8000 gram*inches claim 9 , and the combined weight of the extender () and the slider () is 250-500 grams.11. The method device according to claim 10 , wherein the torque is 5500-7000 gram*inches.1213-. (canceled)14100110120110120130. The method device according to claim 18 , wherein the retainer () comprises a band having a width claim 18 , a length claim 18 , a first end () claim 18 , and a second end () claim 18 , wherein the first end () and second end () are releasably joinable at a retainer release point () to form a continuous band.15400550. The method device according to claim 18 , wherein the slider () further comprises a glove ().16300400. The method device according to claim 18 , wherein the extender () comprises a golf club shaft and the slider () is releasably slidably engaged to the golf club shaft.17. (canceled)18. A method for shoulder motion exercise claim 18 , comprising:{'b': '100', 'releasably attaching a retainer () to an arm of a human user (U);'}{'b': 300', '310', '330', '320', ...

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Номер записи: 70
11-05-2017 дата публикации

SLEEVE TO IMPROVE SWINGING MOTION

Номер: US20170128811A1
Автор: Wortman A. Alex, Wortman Anton
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A sleeve for improving a swinging motion of a user wearing the sleeve includes a tubular portion and a primary member. The tubular portion has a first opening and a second opening. The tubular portion configured to directly engage an arm portion of the user, wherein the arm portion extends from the first opening to the second opening. The primary member is substantially adjacent a first opening of the tubular portion, wherein the primary member is removably attached or permanently attached to the sleeve. The thickness of the primary member is greater than a thickness of the tubular portion for providing feedback to the user when the primary member is in contact with a torso of the user. 1. A sleeve for improving a swinging motion of a user wearing the sleeve , the sleeve comprising:a tubular portion having a first opening and a second opening, the tubular portion configured to directly engage an arm portion of the user, wherein the arm portion extends from the first opening to the second opening, the arm portion being a portion of an arm of the user being located between a corresponding shoulder and elbow of the user;a primary member substantially adjacent a first opening of the tubular portion, wherein the primary member is removably attached or permanently attached to the sleeve; andwherein a thickness of the primary member is greater than a thickness of the tubular portion for providing feedback to the user when the primary member is in contact with a torso of the user.2. The sleeve of claim 1 , wherein the primary member has a side that is substantially flat along a curvature that follows the length of the primary member.3. The sleeve of claim 1 , wherein the primary member is a flexible member.4. The sleeve of claim 1 , wherein the primary member has a curvature corresponding an edge of the first opening of the tubular portion.5. The sleeve of claim 1 , wherein the primary member is permanently coupled to an edge of the first opening of the tubular portion.6. ...

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Номер записи: 71
02-05-2019 дата публикации

SIGNALING DEVICE AND APPARATUS

Номер: US20190126126A1
Автор: KNAB Niklas
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A signaling device, and in particular a signaling device for a striking implement such as a tennis racket, a golf club or the like, for generating signals during a movement of the signaling device (), including a resonant body and a holding device, wherein the resonant body and the holding device are to be connected to one another or connectable to one another, so as to attach the resonant body by way of the holding device to a striking implement or the like, wherein the resonant body furthermore includes a cavity for generating an acoustic signal during a movement, wherein the resonant body has a single opening which has a fluidic operative connection to the cavity and by way of which the cavity is fluidically connected to the surrounding area. 1. A signaling device for generating signals during an actual a sequence of movements of the signaling device ,wherein the signaling device is configured to output at least one signal as a function of the actual sequence of movements, wherein the signaling device is configured so that an output of the signal takes place during the sequence of movements so that feedback regarding the actual sequence of movements may take place even during the sequence of movements, and/or wherein the signaling device is configured so that the output signal varies as a function of the actual movement, at least with respect to the intensity, time and/or frequency.2. The signaling device according to claim 1 , comprising a resonant body and a holding device claim 1 , wherein the resonant body and the holding device are configured to be connected to one another claim 1 , or connectable to one another claim 1 , so as to attach the resonant body by way of the holding device to a striking implement claim 1 , wherein the resonant body furthermore includes a cavity for generating an acoustic signal during a movement claim 1 , wherein the resonant body has a single opening which has a fluidic operative connection to the cavity and by way of which the ...

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Номер записи: 72
23-04-2020 дата публикации

Exoskeleton robotic system for golf-swing training and medical rehabilitation

Номер: US20200122014A1
Автор: David Willard Peterson
Принадлежит: Individual

A robotic training device, system and method duplicates and guides a golfer through a perfect golf swing in several modes. The exoskeleton-like robotis device, and system utilizes a training method that employs a combination of either pneumatic, electrics or Bowden cables with small motors and actuators, which embraces the golfer so he/she can experience the “feel” and body movements that make a perfect golf swing and learn to perform the motion without the training device. Similarly, the robot training device, system may assist patients in rehabilitation from injuries, stroke, chronic illness or other conditions involving muscular atrophy.

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Номер записи: 73
03-06-2021 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC TRACKING SYSTEM WITH HEADS UP DISPLAY

Номер: US20210162292A1
Автор: Leech Nicholas A.
Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

Electronic tracking systems are disclosed for assisting users with locating objects in a sporting environment. One such system includes a ball tracking component that tracks a game ball while moving in the sporting environment, and a heads up display that is worn by the user. This heads up display has an electronic display screen with a transparent display area that dynamically displays images within the user's field of view. A processor, which communicates with the ball tracking component and heads up display, is programmed to detect movement of the game ball, and responsively determine launch characteristics and/or flight characteristics of the moving game ball. The heads up display displays the launch/flight characteristics contemporaneous with an object indication adjacent to or superimposed over the moving game ball as the game ball is visible through the transparent display area of the display screen within the user's field of view. 1. A portable electronic tracking device for assisting a user with tracking a game ball in a sporting environment , the portable electronic tracking device comprising:an outer housing;a ball tracking component attached to the outer housing and configured to track movement of the game ball in the sporting environment;a display device with a display screen attached to the outer housing and configured to display images within a field of view of the user; and detect movement of the game ball within the sporting environment;', 'receive ball dynamics data for the moving game ball from the ball tracking component;', 'estimate, from the ball dynamics data received from the ball tracking component, a flight trajectory of the moving game ball; and', 'direct the display device to display the estimated flight trajectory contemporaneous with the moving game ball as the moving game ball is visible on the display screen., 'a processor in communication with the ball tracking component and the display device, the processor being configured to2. The ...

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Номер записи: 74
19-05-2016 дата публикации

PERSONALIZED STROKE RECOGNITION ALGORITHM

Номер: US20160136502A1
Автор: Voutilainen Osmo
Принадлежит: CaddieON Inc.

In a method, system, detection apparatus and computer program for recognizing a collision of a golf club with a golf ball, the recognition procedure is configured to be executed partly in a motion sensor of a detection device, partly in the processor unit of the detection device and a mobile information processing device. The most complex processing and computation steps are executed in the processor unit of the mobile information processing device. Due to the shared computations the algorithm is accurate and configurable yet the power consumption of the detection device is low at the same time which provides for a long operating time. A method for improving recognition accuracy further may include a procedure of personalizing the configuration of the algorithm. 1. A method for improving accuracy of a golf stroke recognition algorithm comprising:Recording sensor data stream from sample stroke taken by player;Computing a personal parameter set for stroke recognition algorithm from said sensor data stream; andUpdating a default parameter set with said personal parameter set in the stroke recognition algorithm;2. The method of wherein the recorded sensor data is at least one of acceleration claim 1 , velocity and orientation.3. The method of wherein the sensor is part of a detection device attached to player's wrist or forearm or club.4. The method of wherein the player takes at least one sample stroke.5. The method of wherein the computed parameter set defines acceptance window for stroke timing or orientation of the player during stroke or both.6. The method of wherein the computing of personal parameter set comprises the steps ofExtracting data slice from recorded data stream around time of collision of a club with a ball;Filtering said data slice and extracting target slice from filtered data slice;Computing personal stroke target by normalizing said target slice with standard deviation and mean of target slice;Computing auto-correlation of said personal stroke ...

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Номер записи: 75
07-08-2014 дата публикации

Wrist Training Device for a Golf Swing and Putting Stroke

Номер: US20140221114A1
Автор: Woody Gilmer Darrell
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A golf swing and putting stroke training device is provided that comprises a forearm connection strap, a pivoting member, and a connection means adapted to secure to a golfing glove closure strap. The device firmly secures to the forearm of the forward arm of a golfer, wherefrom a first member is supported therefrom extending toward the user's wrist. A second member is pivotably attached to the distal end of the first member and connects to the user's golfing glove along the top of the user's upper hand. The pivot joint therebetween allows for rotation of the second member in single plane and thus limits the user's wrist to single degree of freedom. Wrist movement is limited during a full swing to radial and ulnar deviation only, while the device is adapted to remain attached while putting to prevent wrist flexion or extension (e.g. wrist “breaking”) during a putting stroke. 1) A golf training device for preventing wrist cupping during a full golf swing or wrist breaking during a putting stroke , comprising:a forearm strap adapted to secure around the forearm of a user;a first member extending from said forearm strap;a second member pivotably connected to said first member by a pin joint, wherein said second member can freely rotate in-plane about said pin joint;said second member having an upper and lower surface;said second member adapted to be sandwiched between a golf glove strap and the back of a golf glove;said upper and lower surface of said second member having glove strap attachment means adapted to correspond with said glove strap and said back of said golf glove.2) The device of claim 1 , wherein said forearm strap further comprises:a first and second strap end;said first strap end comprising a strap loop connector that accepts through said second strap end;said second strap end further comprising a strap attachment means adapted to secure to corresponding attachment means along the length of said strap after being passed through said strap loop connector ...

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Номер записи: 76
09-05-2019 дата публикации

INFORMATION PROCESSING DEVICE, SENSOR DEVICE, AND INFORMATION PROCESSING SYSTEM

Номер: US20190134482A1
Автор: HASHIMOTO Hirokazu, MIYAMOTO YOSHIYUKI, MURAKOSHI Sho, NAKAGOMI Kazuhiro, SUGIOKA MOTOYUKI
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[Object] To make the both images easy to be compared in the case where a plurality of series of images are arranged alongside and displayed. [Solution] An information processing device according to the present disclosure includes: a motion information acquiring section that acquires a plurality of pieces of motion information showing a series of motions of a same kind performed by a plurality of users; a reference timing extracting section that extracts a reference timing on the basis of a plurality of pieces of the motion information; an image information acquiring section that acquires a plurality of series of image information corresponding to a plurality of pieces of the motion information; and a synchronization processing section that synchronizes a plurality of pieces of the image information on the basis of the reference timing. 1. An information processing device , comprising:a motion information acquiring section that acquires a plurality of pieces of motion information showing a series of motions of a same kind;a reference timing extracting section that extracts a reference timing on a basis of a plurality of pieces of the motion information;an image information acquiring section that acquires a plurality of series of image information corresponding to a plurality of pieces of the motion information; anda synchronization processing section that synchronizes a plurality of pieces of the image information on a basis of the reference timing.2. The information processing device according to claim 1 , wherein the reference timing extracting section extracts a plurality of the reference timings corresponding to respective features of motions from a plurality of pieces of the motion information claim 1 , andthe information processing device includes a time adapting section that adapts a time between the reference timings in a plurality of pieces of the image information.3. The information processing device according to claim 1 , wherein the motion information is ...

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Номер записи: 77
28-05-2015 дата публикации

GOLF TRAINING AID APPARATUS AND METHOD OF USING THE SAME

Номер: US20150148143A1
Автор: Asedo Aaron
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A golf training aid apparatus and a method of using the same, that assists golfers in identifying, understanding, and implementing proper body and golf club positioning so as to consistently hit a golf ball accurately, with extended distance, and with a proper golf swing. The golf swing training device includes a body attaching element, a plate that is fastenable to the body attaching element which includes at least one opening therein and a connecting element that is connectable to the plate and includes a fitting for mating with a head of the golf club by encompassing part of the head the golf club. 1. A golf swing training device , comprising:a body attaching element;a plate attachable to said body attaching element, said plate including at least one opening therein; anda connecting element being connectable to said plate at said at least one opening, said connecting element including a fitting, said fitting mateable with a head of a golf club by encompassing part of said head, and an elastomeric member, said member attachable to said fitting, extendable upon movement of said golf club, and retractable to an initial state upon completion of said movement.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein said body attaching element is self-affixing and is configurable to surround a person's body in an area of the person's waist.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein said body attaching element is configurable to attach to the area of a person's belt.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein said plate is shaped as a rectangular hexahedron.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein said plate includes at least one threaded opening for receiving said connecting element.6. The device of claim 1 , wherein said fitting is cup-shaped.7. The device of claim 1 , wherein said fitting is comprises elastomeric material.8. The device of claim 1 , wherein said connecting member extends substantially perpendicularly from said plate.9. A golf swing training device claim 1 , comprising:a body attaching element;a ...

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Номер записи: 78
28-05-2015 дата публикации

Conditioning Apparatus And Related Methods

Номер: US20150148145A1
Автор: Richard M. Jeffrey
Принадлежит: Individual

In one embodiment, a conditioning apparatus for conditioning a user includes a target, and an illumination source spaced apart from the target. The illumination source is configured to project a light upon the target for use in response to movement of the user.

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Номер записи: 79
10-06-2021 дата публикации

Golf shot tracking system

Номер: US20210170226A1
Автор: James W. Meadows, Richard C. Edmonson, Richard L. Root
Принадлежит: Individual

A golf tracking system including a tag coupled to a golf club. The tag includes a plurality of sensors, each which output a signal based on a detected movement of the golf club, a microcontroller that compares each of the plurality of sensor outputs to stored reference sensor output values, and a transceiver that transmits data corresponding to the sensor outputs to a device remote from the tag based on the comparison performed by the microcontroller. The location-aware device then processes the information received from the tag to determine whether a shot should be registered.

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Номер записи: 80
24-05-2018 дата публикации

MOVEMENT ANALYSIS DEVICE, MOVEMENT ANALYSIS METHOD AND RECORDING MEDIUM

Номер: US20180140925A1
Автор: AMENOMORI Chishu, Arakawa Yutaka, HASHIMOTO Shogo, OKUMURA Ryo, SUWA Hirohiko, TAKAHASHI Yuta
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A movement analysis device includes a sensor information acquisition unit and a swing identification processing unit. The sensor information acquisition unit acquires sensor information that is movement information from a sensor unit which is attached to a target person and which senses the movement of the target person. The swing identification processing unit individually identifies the time of the start of the movement and the time of the completion thereof with reference to a predetermined threshold value in a predetermined timing of the sensor information that is the movement information acquired from the sensor information acquisition unit. The swing identification processing unit identifies a movement within the range of the operation based on the time of the start of the movement and the time of the completion that are identified. 1. A movement analysis device comprising: a processor ,wherein the processor performs:acquisition processing in which movement information is acquired from a sensor device that i,s attached to a target person and that senses a series of movements by the target person; andfirst identification processing in which based on the movement information acquired by the acquisition processing and a predetermined threshold value, a time of start of the movement and a time of completion thereof are identified.2. The movement analysis device according to claim 1 , wherein the series of movements by the target person includes a plurality of postures claim 1 , andthe processor further performs:posture identification processing in which after the time of the start and the time of the completion are determined by the first identification processing, in a range of a time between the time of the start and the time of the completion, based on the movement information acquired by the acquisition processing, at least one posture among the series of movements by the target person is identified.3. The movement analysis device according to claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 81
04-06-2015 дата публикации

Adjustable golf training and teaching device for head and chin adjustment with stereo view of golf ball

Номер: US20150151181A1
Автор: Michael D. Jones, Teresa R. Jones
Принадлежит: Individual

A portable, adjustable golf training and teaching device when attached to the golfers hat, assists in head, chin, spine and eye adjustment. The present invention can be adjusted in the address or set-up position to allow the players shoulders to rotate freely under the chin unrestricted, also maximizes the shoulder rotation during the backswing. With the device attached to the brim of a golfer's hat and the viewing holes properly set the device produces a stereo or three dimensional view of the containment area around the golf ball to allow the golfer to monitor any movement in the golf swing. The present invention allows the golfer to view the target and the ball in flight after being struck. The device can be used to train, practice and play on the golf course.

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Номер записи: 82
02-06-2016 дата публикации

System for analyzing golf swing process and method thereof

Номер: US20160151696A1
Автор: Chen Jin, Chen Yan
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A system for analyzing a golf swing process includes a sensor system for simultaneously measuring human body movements, club head trajectories and the ball trajectories; a processor for reading data of the sensor system; synchronizing and processing the data; generating the human body 3D model, the club trajectories and the initial flying trajectory of the ball; and calculating a complete flying trajectory of the ball according to the initial flying trajectory; and a visual device, wherein the visual device provides the integrated display of the human body 3D model, the feet pressures, the club trajectories and the ball trajectories, for tracing the club trajectories according to the ball trajectories, and tracing the human 3D model and the feet pressures according to the club trajectories. A method for analyzing the golf swing process is also provided. 1. A method for analyzing a golf swing process , comprising steps of:(1) measuring 9-axis information of human body measuring points by a MEMS (micro-electro-mechanical system), wherein according to MEMS data, acceleration and angular velocity data of a human body are obtained; and by an integrating algorithm, club trajectories and human body rotation angles are obtained;(2) capturing space positions of a club head and a ball by infrared sensors, wherein according to infrared data, a ball initial flying trajectory, a ball initial flying speed, a ball initial flying angle, a hitting angle and speed of a club, and a club direction are calculated with detected space positions;(3) obtaining feet pressures and by a pressure sensor, and accumulating pressure data for calculating pressure values of feet, wherein forces and foot rotation in all directions are calculated with a differential algorithm;(4) capturing a body posture by a Kinect, wherein according to Kinect data, jitter points of skeleton data are removed with a filtering algorithm;(5) obtaining images of the club head and the ball by a camera, wherein the camera ...

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Номер записи: 83
16-05-2019 дата публикации

Systems and methods for measuring and/or analyzing swing information

Номер: US20190143190A1
Автор: Brian M. Dugan
Принадлежит: Brian M. Dugan

In a first aspect, a system for monitoring a swing is provided that includes (1) a swing measurement device adapted to couple to a swinging object and to output a signal indicative of a characteristic of the swinging object; (2) a wireless transmitter coupled to the swing measurement device and adapted to wirelessly transmit the signal output by the swing measurement device; and (3) a wireless device adapted to receive the wirelessly transmitted signal and to provide information regarding the swinging object based on the received signal. The wireless device is a cellular telephone or personal digital assistant (PDA). Numerous other aspects are provided.

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Номер записи: 84
21-08-2014 дата публикации

Instruction production

Номер: US20140234814A1
Автор: Brendan E. Clark, Ronald C. Krosky
Принадлежит: Individual

Systems, methods, and other embodiments associated with instruction production are described. In one example, a system can comprise a difference component that makes an identification of a difference between an actual action of a user and a standard action for the user. The system also can comprise an instruction component that produces an instruction to instruct the user to change from the action of the user to the standard action for the user, where production of the instruction is based, at least in part, on the difference. The system further can comprise a non-transitory computer-readable medium configured to retain the instruction. Additionally, the system can comprise an output component configured to cause disclosure of the instruction.

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Номер записи: 85
09-06-2016 дата публикации

ASSEMBLY FACILITATING A PROPER SWING MOTION

Номер: US20160158621A1
Автор: STAHL HERBERT DARIUS
Принадлежит:

A training assembly structured to facilitate a swing motion of a user, during performance of a sports activity, including a receiver and a transmitter both mounted on predetermined portions of the user's body, such as the hip and arm. The arm mounted transmitter is movable relative to the receiver and is structured to communicate and activating signal to the receiver when disposed a predetermined distance there from, representative of a reactive segment of the swing motion. The receiver is structured to generate and deliver and indicating signal to the user for purposes of indicating that the reactive segment of the swing motion has been reached. The reactive segment is thereby determinative of when the user instigates a complementary adjustment of the user's body, during the swing motion, such as rotating the user's hips during a preferred part of the swing motion. 1. A training assembly structured to facilitate a swing motion of a user , said assembling comprising: a transmitter operatively disposed in a second predetermined vicinity relative to the user,', 'said receiver and said transmitter cooperatively structured for wireless communication of an activating signal from said transmitter to said receiver,', 'said receiver structured to transmit said indicating signal to the user, upon receipt of said activating signal,', 'said indicating signal dependent on said first predetermined vicinity,', 'said activating signal and said indicating signal collectively operative to determine and indicate a predetermined reactive segment of the swing motion to the user, and', "said reactive segment determinative of implementation of a complementary adjustment of the user's body during the swing motion."], 'a receiver operatively disposed in a first predetermined the vicinity relative to the user,'}2. The training assembly as recited in wherein said first predetermined vicinity comprises said receiver being mounted on the user.3. The training assembly as recited in wherein said ...

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Номер записи: 86
07-06-2018 дата публикации

SIMULATION APPARATUS, SIMULATION METHOD, AND SIMULATION SYSTEM

Номер: US20180154236A1
Автор: Ishikawa Tatsuya
Принадлежит: BRIDGESTONE SPORTS CO., LTD.

A simulation apparatus includes an obtaining unit configured to obtain a measurement result of a test shot of a first golf club performed by a testing golfer, and a calculation unit configured to calculate a simulated ball-striking result which is obtained if the testing golfer strikes a golf ball by a second golf club which has a specification different from the first golf club. The calculation unit determines a swing characteristic of the testing golfer based on the measurement result. The calculation unit calculates the simulated ball-striking result based on the swing characteristic and the measurement result. 1. A simulation apparatus comprising:an obtaining unit configured to obtain a measurement result of a test shot of a first golf club performed by a testing golfer; anda calculation unit configured to calculate a simulated ball-striking result which is obtained if the testing golfer strikes a golf ball by a second golf club which has a specification different from the first golf club,wherein the calculation unit determines a swing characteristic of the testing golfer based on the measurement result, andthe calculation unit calculates the simulated ball-striking result based on the swing characteristic and the measurement result.2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the calculation unit calculates the simulated ball-striking result by changing a variable claim 1 , which is to be substituted in a calculation equation for calculating the simulated ball-striking result claim 1 , in accordance with the swing characteristic.3. The apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising:a storage unit configured to store information related to a specification difference among the plurality of types of golf clubs,wherein the calculation unit calculates the simulated ball-striking result based on the swing characteristic, the measurement result, and the information.4. The apparatus according to claim 3 , wherein the information includes a plurality of types of ...

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Номер записи: 87
22-09-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR AUTOMATED EVALUATION AND UPDATING OF GOLF SCORE INDICES

Номер: US20220296964A1
Автор: Thurner George
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Electronic content, including that obtained via software applications executing on client devices, pertaining to golfers' handicap indices and scoring is automatically obtained by golf clubs and other courses. Such player data can be electronically monitored and analyzed in real-time in accordance with expected score qualities and guidelines in the sport. In particular, one or more algorithms may be routinely executed to look for various data point indicators which may mean a player is manipulating his or her handicap index. The systems and methods can objectively generate an overall score for every participating player, based at least in part on deduction of points for data determined abnormal based on expected qualities. Should a player's overall score reach a predetermined flagging level, the systems and methods automatically adjust the player's handicap to promote fair play. Machine learning schema can assist in tasks such as scoring analyses and automated handicap adjustments. 1. A computer-implemented method , comprising:under control of one or more computer systems configured with executable instructions,receiving, from at least one of a client computing device or a club device, historical performance data for at least one golfer, the historical performance data including at least scoring data and handicap data for the at least one golfer;determining, by a trained model and based at least in part on the historical performance data, that the scoring data does not satisfy at least one rule;generating, by the trained model and based at least in part on the handicap data, an updated handicap for the at least one golfer; andcausing the updated handicap to be presented on a display of at least one of the client device or the club device.2. The computer-implemented method of claim 1 , further comprising:developing the trained model via training a neural network using a sample data set, the sample data set including information associated with golf scoring and golf ...

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Номер записи: 88
08-06-2017 дата публикации

GOLF AID INCLUDING VIRTUAL CADDY

Номер: US20170157490A1
Автор: Leech Nicholas A.
Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

A golf aid system for assisting a user with a golf shot on a golf course includes a user tracking system configured to determine the location of the user on the golf course, a portable electronic device with a display screen, and a processor. The processor, which is operable to communicate with the user tracking system and the portable electronic device, is configured to determine one or more target locations on the golf course, with each of the target locations representing a recommended target for a respective one of the golf clubs. The processor directs the portable electronic device to display an indicator of the respective golf club proximate the corresponding target location via the display screen, such that the user perceives at least a portion of the indicator to be coincident with the corresponding one of the target locations. 1. A method for assisting a user with a golf shot on a golf course using a portable electronic device , the portable electronic device including an electronic display and being operable to communicatively connect to a remote data storage device and a club statistic sensor , the method comprising:receiving, via the portable electronic device, location data indicative of a location of the user on the golf course;determining a current hole of the user on the golf course based on the received location data;receiving, via the portable electronic device from the remote data storage device and/or the club statistic sensor, a club statistic corresponding to a golf club of a plurality of available golf clubs;determining, for the current hole of the user based on the received club statistic, a recommended club and/or a recommended target location for the golf shot; anddirecting the electronic display of the portable electronic device to display an indicator of the recommended club and/or the recommended target location to the user.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising receiving claim 1 , via the portable electronic device from the ...

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Номер записи: 89
08-06-2017 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC TRACKING SYSTEM WITH HEADS UP DISPLAY

Номер: US20170157491A1
Автор: Leech Nicholas A.
Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

An electronic tracking system is disclosed for assisting a user in determining distances to objects in a sporting environment. The system includes a user tracking system for determining the location of a user, a heads up display for displaying information to the user, and a processor operable to communicate with the user tracking system and heads up display. The heads up display is designed to be worn by the user, and to display images within the user's field of view. The processor is programmed to determine a distance between the user's determined location and an object, such as a ball, located within the sporting environment. This information is displayed via the heads up display as a numeric representation of the determined distance. If tracking a ball, the heads up display may display an object indication, such as an enhanced image or a comet tail, superimposed over or adjacent the ball. 1. An electronic tracking system for assisting a user with locating objects in a sporting environment , the electronic tracking system comprising:a ball tracking component configured to track a ball in the sporting environment;a heads up display configured to be worn by the user, the heads up display having a display screen with a transparent display area configured to display an image within a field of view of the user; and determine a location of the ball within the sporting environment; and', 'direct the heads up display to display an object indication adjacent to or superimposed over the ball as the ball is visible through the transparent display area of the display screen with the field of view of the user., 'a processor in communication with the ball tracking component and the heads up display, the processor being configured to2. The electronic tracking system of claim 1 , further comprising a user tracking component in communication with the processor and configured to determine a location of the user claim 1 , the processor being further configured to:determine a ...

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Номер записи: 90
08-06-2017 дата публикации

Electronic tracking system with heads up display

Номер: US20170157492A1
Автор: Nicholas A. Leech
Принадлежит: Nike Inc

An electronic tracking system for assisting a user in determining distances to landmarks and objects in a sporting environment includes a user tracking system for determining the location of a user, a heads up display for displaying information to the user, and a processor operable to communicate with the user tracking system and the heads up display. The heads up display is designed to be worn on the user's head, and to display an image within the user's field of view. The processor is programmed to determine a distance between the user's determined location and an object or a landmark on. This information is displayed via the heads up display as a numeric representation of the determined distance.

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Номер записи: 91
14-05-2020 дата публикации

Golf Training Aid Apparatus and Method

Номер: US20200147471A1
Автор: Saint-Louis Leslie A.
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A golf training aid has a sensor mat placed under a golf mat . The sensor mat has pressure-sensitive impact sensors disposed in first, second and third regions. It includes an electronic circuit which activates a first indicator green upon an ideal impact detected by impact of a golf club head on pressure-sensitive impact sensors in the first region, a second indicator yellow upon a thin impact, or the third indicator red upon a fat shot impact detected by the impact sensors . The golf training aid also includes a wearable module attached to the golfer's waist. It includes an accelerometer which measures rotational motion of the wearable device and wirelessly transmits a signal to a base module which activates an indicator to show under-rotation, proper rotation and over-rotation of the golfer's hips at impact of the golf ball 11003305. A golf training aid that monitors a golfer swinging a golf club such that the head of the golf club impacts a location near the golf ball , comprising:{'b': 210', '105, 'i': 'a', 'one or more first sensors disposed under a first region of a sensor mat ;'}{'b': 210', '105, 'i': 'b', 'one or more second sensors disposed a predetermined distance from the one or more first sensors under a second region of the sensor mat ;'}{'b': 210', '210', '105, 'i': c', 'b, 'one or more third sensors disposed the predetermined distance from the one or more second sensors under a third region of the sensor mat ;'}a timer circuit coupling each of the first, second, and third sensors to a respective first indicator, second indicator, and third indicator, the timer circuit triggering, over a predetermined amount of time, one or more of the first indicator upon the one or more first sensors detecting an impact in the first region on the golf mat, the second indicator upon the one or more second sensors detecting an impact in the second region on the golf mat, and the third indicator upon the one or more third sensors detecting an impact in the third region ...

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Номер записи: 92
16-06-2016 дата публикации

Golf Swing Self Evaluation Kit and Method

Номер: US20160166911A1
Автор: VILHELMSEN KURT
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The kit includes an elongated stick designed to extend longitudinally over the golfer's two shoulders and a golf ball elevational tool that includes a clip that attaches to the front edge of the brim on a hat or visor worn by the golfer. Attached to the clip is a length adjustable, lightweight string that attaches to a regulation size golf ball. During use, the golfer attaches the clip to the brim and adjusts the length of the string so the golf ball hangs freely just above the ground. The golfer then places the elongated stick over his or her shoulders and tilts his or her neck and head downward towards the ball in a normal golf swing stance. Without moving his or her feet and while continuing to look downward at the golf ball, the golfer then rotates his or her waist, upper torso, and swings his or her shoulders forward and rearward until the opposite ends of the elongated stick touch or pass the golfer's front mid-line axis delineated by the string and without lifting the ball or causing the ball to excessively swing forward, backward, left or to the right. The golf repeatedly rotates his or her shoulders until movement of the golf ball is minimal. 1. A golfer's swing elevation and balance kit , comprising:a. a flexible, elongated stick sufficient in length to extend horizontally over a user's opposite shoulders when the user is standing upright; ["a clip designed to selectively attach to the front edge of a brim on a hat or visor worn on a user's head and aligned with the midline axis of the user;", 'a length adjustable, lightweight string attached at one end to the main clip; and,', 'a regulation size golf ball attached to an end of said string opposite the end attached to said main clip; and,, 'b. a golf ball elevational tool that includes;'}c. whereby when a golfer wearing a hat or visor with a forward extending brim wants to monitor his flexibility , balance and upper movement of the when and weight shifting, shoulder rotation and arm movement when swing2. A ...

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Номер записи: 93
30-05-2019 дата публикации

Golf Training Assembly

Номер: US20190160358A1
Автор: Pittman Raymond
Принадлежит:

A golf training assembly for training a golf swing includes a hat that is worn on a user's head. A first light emitter is embedded in the brim to emit a beam of light downwardly onto a golf ball when the user is preparing to swing a golf club. In this way the user's head may be retained in a preferred posture for swinging the golf club. A second light emitter is embedded in the brim to emit a beam of light downwardly in front of the golf ball when the user is preparing to swing a golf club. Thus, the second light emitter provides a visual reference for aiming. 1. A golf training assembly being configured to train proper posture for swinging a golf club , said assembly comprising:a hat being configured to be worn on a user's head;a first light emitter being embedded in said brim such that said first light emitter is secured in a static position relative to said brim wherein said first light emitter is configured to emit a beam of light downwardly onto a golf ball when the user is preparing to swing a golf club thereby facilitating the user's head to be retained in a preferred posture for swinging the golf club; anda second light emitter being embedded in said brim such that said second light emitter is secured in a static position relative to said brim wherein said second light emitter is configured to emit a beam of light downwardly in front of the golf ball parallel to said beam of light emitted by said first light emitter when the user is preparing to swing a golf club thereby facilitating reference point for aiming.2. The assembly according to claim 1 , wherein said hat has a brim claim 1 , said brim having a distal edge with respect to said hat and a bottom surface.3. The assembly according to claim 2 , wherein said first light emitter is embedded in said bottom surface of said brim claim 2 , said first light emitter being aligned with said distal edge of said brim claim 2 , said first light emitter being spaced from a middle of said distal edge.4. The assembly ...

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Номер записи: 94
30-05-2019 дата публикации

Golf aid including virtual caddy

Номер: US20190160360A1
Автор: Nicholas A. Leech
Принадлежит: Nike Inc

A golf aid system for assisting a user with a golf shot on a golf course includes a user tracking system configured to determine the location of the user on the golf course, a portable electronic device with a display screen, and a processor. The processor, which is operable to communicate with the user tracking system and the portable electronic device, is configured to determine one or more target locations on the golf course, with each of the target locations representing a recommended target for a respective one of the golf clubs. The processor directs the portable electronic device to display an indicator of the respective golf club proximate the corresponding target location via the display screen, such that the user perceives at least a portion of the indicator to be coincident with the corresponding one of the target locations.

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Номер записи: 95
25-06-2015 дата публикации

GOLF STROKE INFORMATION

Номер: US20150174465A1
Автор: Bowen Glen B., Rolnik Robert C.
Принадлежит: KIWI GOLF, LLC

A scorekeeper may detect swing candidate and obtains a confirmation from a golfer that the swing candidate contributes to a golf score, provided that a sufficient gap in time or distance occurs after the last swing candidate is received. Next, the scorekeeper may receive a first feedback from the golfer indicating at least one stroke, and in response, update a score to reflect at the least one stroke, and storing the first location. The scorekeeper may repeat these steps to obtain at least a second swing candidate that is verified by the golfer as contributing to the score. In response to these verified swing candidates, the scorekeeper updates the score to reflect at the least one stroke, and store the second location. 1. A method for collecting golf stroke information , the method comprising:detecting a first swing candidate, the first swing candidate having a first location associated therewith, and in response determining whether secondary swing candidates fail to be received for a predetermined time thereafter or distance from the first location;in response to a determination of no swing candidates being for a predetermined time thereafter or distance from the first location, storing the first location, first prompting a golfer to indicate whether zero, one or more strokes are to be associated with a last received swing candidate;receiving a first feedback from the golfer indicating at least one stroke, and in response, updating a score to reflect at the least one stroke, and storing the first location;detecting a second swing candidate, the second swing candidate having a second location associated therewith, and in response, determining whether no secondary swing candidates are received for a predetermined time thereafter or distance from the second location;in response to a determination of no secondary swing candidates being received for a predetermined time thereafter or distance from the second location storing the second location, second prompting the ...

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Номер записи: 96
01-07-2021 дата публикации

SHOULDER MOTION EXERCISE DEVICE AND METHOD OF USE

Номер: US20210197020A1
Автор: Fay Bernard
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A shoulder motion exercise device, kit, and method of use having a retainer, a plurality of connectors, an extender, and a slider. The device aids in the stretching and exercise of at least a shoulder and a portion of the torso. 1. A shoulder motion exercise kit , comprising:{'b': 400', '300', '305', '310', '330', '332', '320', '340', '342', '360', '400', '310', '370', '342, 'a slider (), slidably engaged to an extender () having an extender axial length (), a proximal end (), an extender gripping portion () having a grip portion length (), a distal end (), and an extender slidable portion () having a slidable portion length (), a proximal slider position (), wherein a portion of the slider () is within 8 inches of the proximal end (), and a distal slider position () along the slidable portion length ();'}{'b': 400', '210', '200', '220', '200', '100', '200', '400', '400', '300', '300', '310', '320, 'the hand-grippable slider () is releasably coupled to a proximal end () of an elastic resistance connector (), and a distal end () of the elastic resistance connector () is releasably coupled to a retainer () configured to be releasably securable to a non-dominant arm of the user (U), wherein the elastic resistance connector () has an unstretched connector length, and the slider () has a slider length of at least 3.5″, and the slider () engages a portion of the extender () and is only removable from the extender () at the proximal end () or the distal end ();'}{'b': 200', '400', '360', '340', '100, 'the elastic resistance connector () has a first functional length, with the slider () positioned at the proximal slider position () of the extender slidable portion () and the retainer () secured to the non-dominant arm of the user (U);'}{'b': 200', '400', '370', '340', '400', '342', '100, 'the elastic resistance connector () has a second functional length greater than the first functional length, with the slider () positioned at the distal slider position () of the extender ...

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Номер записи: 97
21-06-2018 дата публикации

INFORMATION PROCESSING AND VIEWING DEVICE

Номер: US20180169489A1
Автор: KIM Seung Jin, LEE Gi Su, PARK Jun Ha
Принадлежит: DECA SYSTEM, INC.

The disclosure herein provides an information processing and viewing device with a sensor mechanism to automatically switch between video and audio only modes of the device. More particularly, when a user attaches the information processing and viewing device to a piece of clothing or hat, the device automatically switches to audio-only mode. When the player detaches the information processing and viewing device, the device automatically switches to video mode, with or without audio. 1. A portable information processing and viewing device comprising:at least one processor;at least one memory;a body comprising a front surface and a rear surface, the body housing the at least one processor and the at least one memory between the front surface and the rear surface;a user interface comprising a speaker housed in the body and a display screen provided on the front surface of the body; anda clip integrated with the body and comprising a spring plate that faces the rear surface,wherein the device is configured to determine whether the device is in a clip mode or in a non-clip mode, wherein in the clip mode, an object is held between the spring plate and the rear surface, wherein in the non-clip mode, no object is held between the spring plate and the rear surface;wherein the device is configured to process data using the at least one processor and the at least one memory device for generating information to provide to a user;wherein in the clip mode, the device is configured to cause the speaker to generate sound representing the information; andwherein in the non-clip mode, the device is configured to the display screen to display the information thereon.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein in the clip mode claim 1 , the device is configured to cause the user interface to not display the information on the display screen.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein in the clip mode claim 1 , the device is configured to turn off the display screen.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein in ...

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Номер записи: 98
28-05-2020 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC TRACKING SYSTEM WITH HEADS UP DISPLAY

Номер: US20200164262A1
Автор: Leech Nicholas A.
Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

An electronic tracking system for assisting a user in determining distances to landmarks and objects in a sporting environment includes a user tracking system for determining the location of a user, a heads up display for displaying information to the user, and a processor operable to communicate with the user tracking system and the heads up display. The heads up display is designed to be worn on the user's head, and to display an image within the user's field of view. The processor is programmed to determine a distance between the user's determined location and an object or a landmark on. This information is displayed via the heads up display as a numeric representation of the determined distance. 1. A method for assisting a user with determining distances in a sporting environment , the method comprising:receiving, via a processor from a user tracking component, an indication of a location of the user;receiving, via the processor from a heads-up display (HUD) device worn by the user, an indication of a field of view of the user, the HUD device having a display screen with a transparent display area configured to display images within the field of view;identifying, via the processor, an object or landmark within the sporting environment;determining, via the processor, a distance between the location of the user and the object or landmark; anddirecting the HUD device to display the determined distance coincident with or adjacent to the object or landmark as the object or landmark is visible through the transparent display area of the display screen of the HUD device.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising receiving claim 1 , via the processor from an object tracking component claim 1 , an indication of a location of the object within the sporting environment.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the object includes a ball located within the sporting environment claim 1 , the method further comprising determining claim 1 , by the processor claim 1 , a real-time ...

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Номер записи: 99
08-07-2021 дата публикации

SWING TRAINING DEVICE, SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20210205683A1
Автор: Higgins Jeannette, Higgins Mike
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A swing training device is provided. The swing training device embodies a mask adapted to place an aperture at a predefined focal length in front of the eyes of the athlete. The mask is adapted to attach to various headgear. The mask provides guides for selectively retaining diaphragms with their own diaphragmatic apertures over the aperture. 1. A training device , comprising:a mask maintaining an aperture therein at a predefined focal length in front of the eyes of a wearer of the mask;a diaphragm guide on opposing sides of the aperture, each diaphragm guide has a slot interchangeably connecting to a periphery of one of the one or more diaphragms; andone or more diaphragms dimensioned to cover the aperture, wherein one of the one or more diaphragms provides a diaphragmatic aperture offset from said periphery.wherein said mask is operably associated with a strap, a protective headpiece, a helmet, a visor, or a headgear.2. The training device of claim 1 , wherein the strap is connected to opposing ends of the mask.3. The training device of claim 2 , further comprising padding along an interior surface of the mask.4. The training device of claim 1 , wherein the mask is pivotably connected to the protective headpiece so that the mask is movable relative between a downward claim 1 , engaged position and an upward claim 1 , disengaged position.5. The training device of claim 4 , further comprising a pivotable adjustment mechanism operatively associated with both the protective headpiece and the mask for selectively moving and/or locking the mask at or between a most downward engaged position and a most upward disengaged position.6. The training device of claim 4 , further comprising an interior frame along an interior surface of the protective headpiece.7. The training device of claim 6 , wherein the interior frame has an opening adapted for receiving a human head claim 6 , and wherein dimensions of the opening are selectively controlled by way of an opening adjustment ...

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