Abstract: The Invention relates to a golf simulation putting system and, more particularly, relates to a golf simulation putting system with improved feedback mechanism thus training the user for improving the method of putting using said putter.
The Invention relates to a golf simulation putting system and, more particularly, relates to a golf simulation putting system with improved feedback mechanism thus training the user for improving the method of putting using said putter.
Background of the Invention:
The following background discussion includes information that may be useful in understanding the present invention. It is not an admission that any of the information provided herein is prior art or relevant to the presently claimed invention, or that any publication specifically or implicitly referenced is prior art.
The golf course has 18 holes, and each hole is designed with a basic number of strokes of 3 to 5 strokes, and a predetermined number of strokes of 70 to 73 is defined as a whole. Putting is important so that it occupies approx. 50% of the total number of these strokes. These golf courses are created by placing turf grass over a wide area such as fields, hills, and mountains where the terrain is not flat and obstacles such as forests, valleys, ponds, and small mountains are added to increase the difficulty of the course.
Several elements of the putter stroke are relevant to examine if the user is to become a consistent, accurate putter. The consistency of the putter stroke, regardless of the type of stroke used, is an important consideration. The users at beginning stage who start golf have a lack of sense of the distance and direction of the ball.
There is no relative frame of reference to keep the putting stroke "on line" during the back stroke and the down stroke. There is no way of getting immediate feedback w/out a golf pro/trainer. Golf instruction by golf pros is expensive and sometimes unavailable. Existing training aids act differently from the clubs typically used. Multiple errors can offset each other providing the user with erroneous feedback.
For instance, US9393478B2 discloses a system and method for tracking rounds of golf include a tracking system to track a golfer's position on a golf course and a golf stroke information providing system for providing information about a golf stroke taken by the golfer. The systems and methods also may include a coordinating system to coordinate the information about the golf stroke with the information about the golfer's tracked position on
the golf course. The systems and methods also may include a recording system to record and store information about a golf stroke taken and the information about the golfer's tracked position on the golf course. The recorded and saved data may be displayed and/or otherwise analysed and processed.
Further, US8342978B2 discloses a start timing instructing device includes a sensor attachable to the body of a player to detect changes in angle and/or acceleration associated with a backswing movement of the player. A variable resistor sets a start timing associated with a predetermined angle and/or acceleration data and has a volume by which the set start timing is adjustable. A microprocessor calculates an angle and/or acceleration data of the backswing movement based on the detected angle and/or acceleration and generates a start timing instruction if the calculated angle and/or acceleration data meet the angle and/or acceleration data which have been set and adjusted through the variable resistor and the volume. The microprocessor controls a stimulator attached to the body of the player to generate a vibration, sound or electric stimulation upon receiving the start timing instruction so as to inform the player of the body start timing for the downswing.
Moving further, US7881499B2 discloses a method for automatically identifying an object is disclosed. Preferably, the method is used in conjunction with a performance monitor. A set of markers are selectively positioned on the surface of each of a plurality of golf clubs and golf balls. It is desired that each set of markers for a unique pattern on each of the golf clubs and golf balls. Each unique pattern is preferably acquired and stored. A player may choose any of a plurality of golf clubs and golf balls. When within the field of view of the performance monitor, the pattern on the club and ball is automatically matched with the stored patterns, thereby identifying the type of club and ball.
Therefore, there exists a need to have an advanced simulated putter system that eliminates the difficulties faced by the existing putting system and methods and that makes it easier for a user to make alignment assessments, trains/practice the user in an efficient manner.
The object of the present Invention:
Primary object of the present invention is to overcome the drawback associated with the prior art.
Another object of the present invention is to provide one Putt simulated system that allows user to play on a left to right / right to left and / or an uphill and downhill surface as desired.
Another object of the present invention is to provide one Putt simulated system with accuracy of 0.1 degrees.
Another object of the present invention is to provide one Putt simulated system that trains the user in an advance manner.
Another object of the present invention is to provide a user friendly and easy to operate one Putt simulated system.
Another object of the present invention is to provide one Putt simulated system that helps user to align to a particular target.
Another object of the present invention is to provide a method of operation of the one Putt simulated system.
Summary of the Invention:
In an aspect of the present invention there is provided a one putting golf training system, the system comprising:
a) a platform configured to tilt with the help of a plurality of actuators in left to right / right to left axis and in uphill / downhill position;
b) a laser light source configured to guide a user to identify a ball hitting angle at the platform, wherein the light source is attached to the platform behind the user;
c) a projector configured to render the static images for the ball corridor to the user;
d) a mirror configured to show the user set up when the user is on the ball; and
e) a ball return mechanism configured to send ball back to the user when ball goes into a hole;
wherein once the tilt of the platform is chosen, the degree of tilt of platform is displayed on a turf of the platform and a straight line along the platform corridor is displayed by the laser light source on the turf to guide the user so that user hit the ball on that line and the corridor displays the area that the ball must travel within, so that it ends up in the hole.
In an embodiment, the platform is configured to be controlled by a mobile application or a control panel / touch screen or a wireless remote control.
In an embodiment, the platform is configured to tilt at least from 0 to 3 degrees on the left / right axis in intervals of 0.5 degrees as well as 0 to 2 degrees in the up / down axis in intervals of 0.5 degrees or a combination of the two tilts.
In an embodiment, the platform is configured to provide tilt accuracy within 0.1 degree of the chosen tilt.
In an embodiment, the laser light source is configured to adjust automatically to assist the user in ball hitting angle identification.
In an embodiment, the projector is configured to work in coordination with a HMI/Touch panel to render static images for the ball corridor.
In an embodiment, the hole has a color-coded panel at the back to help the user to aim to a particular color that corresponds to a particular tilt of the platform.
In an embodiment, the system comprises a data storage module which stores the data and helps the user improve on their weakness by recommending the putt to play and how to play it.
In an embodiment, the uphill and downhill function of the platform allow the user to control the speed of the ball.
In an aspect of the present invention there is provided method of operating one putting golf training system, the method comprising steps of:
a) tilting a platform by a user with help of a plurality of actuators according to
user practice preference;
b) visualizing the set up on a mirror by the user, wherein the mirror configured
behind the user on the platform;
c) hitting a ball by the user at point indicated by a laser light source on the
platform;
d) estimating speed of the ball by visualising a corridor projected by an overhead
projector on a platform after hitting the ball; and
e) returning the ball by a ball return mechanism to the user after ball ends up in
the hole;
wherein once the tilt of the platform is chosen, the degree of tilt of platform is displayed on a turf of the platform and a straight line along the platform corridor is displayed by the laser light source on the turf to guide the user so that user hit the ball on that line and the corridor displays the area that the ball must travel within, so that it ends up in the hole.
This together with the other aspects of the present invention along with the various features of novelty that characterized the present disclosure is pointed out with particularity in claims annexed hereto and forms a part of the present invention. For better understanding of the present disclosure, its operating advantages, and the specified objective attained by its uses, reference should be made to the accompanying descriptive matter in which there are illustrated exemplary embodiments of the present invention.
A detailed description of Drawing:
The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and constitute a part of this disclosure, illustrate exemplary embodiments and, together with the description, explain the disclosed principles. The reference numbers are used throughout the figures to describe the features and components. Some embodiments of system and/or methods in accordance with embodiments of the present subject matter are now described, by way of example only, and regarding the accompanying figures, in which
Figure 1: illustrates an embodiment of the one Putt simulated system as provided by the
present invention
Figure 2: illustrates an embodiment showing one Putt simulated system with laser projection
and corridor projection by overheand projector
Figure 3: illustrates an embodiment showing one Putt simulated system with automated
mechanism
Figure 4: illustrates another embodiment of the one Putt simulated system as provided by the present invention
Detailed description of the Invention:
In the present document, the word "exemplary" is used herein to mean "serving as an example, instance, or illustration." Any embodiment or implementation of the present subject matter described herein as "exemplary" is not necessarily to be construed as preferred or advantageous over other embodiments.
While the disclosure is susceptible to various modifications and alternative forms, specific embodiment thereof has been shown by way of example, in the drawings and will be described in detail below. It should be understood, however, that it is not intended to limit the disclosure to the specific forms disclosed, but on the contrary, the disclosure is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternative falling within the spirit and the scope of the disclosure.
The terms "comprises", "comprising", "includes", or any other variations thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion, such that a setup, device or method that comprises a list of components or steps does not include only those components or steps but may include other components or steps not expressly listed or inherent to such setup or device or method. In other words, one or more elements in a system or apparatus proceeded by "comprises... a" does not, without more constraints, preclude the existence of other elements or additional elements in the system or method.
The invention provides virtual golf course. Particularly, the Invention provides one Putt simulated system.
In an aspect of the present invention there is provided a one putting golf training system, the system comprising:
a) a platform configured to tilt with the help of a plurality of actuators in left to right / right to left axis and in uphill / downhill position;
b) a laser light source configured to guide a user to identify a ball hitting angle at the platform, wherein the light source is attached to the platform behind the user;
c) a projector configured to render the static images for the ball corridor to the user;
d) a mirror configured to show the user set up when the user is on the ball; and
e) a ball return mechanism configured to send ball back to the user when ball goes into a hole;
wherein once the tilt of the platform is chosen, the degree of tilt of platform is displayed on a turf of the platform and a straight line along the platform corridor is displayed by the laser light source on the turf to guide the user so that user hit the ball on that line and the corridor displays the area that the ball must travel within, so that it ends up in the hole.
In an embodiment, the ball return mechanism configured to send ball back to the user when ball goes into a hole wherein the ball return mechanism comprises of gravity chutes in which ball returns from putt hole to player location under platform by gravity and then user can hit a paddle with spring and lifting lever mechanism on platform to get the ball;
In an embodiment, the platform is configured to be controlled by a mobile application or a control panel / touch screen or a wireless remote control.
In an embodiment, the platform is configured to tilt at least from 0 to 3 degrees on the left / right axis in intervals of 0.5 degrees as well as 0 to 2 degrees in the up / down axis in intervals of 0.5 degrees or a combination of the two tilts.
In an embodiment, the platform is configured to provide tilt accuracy within 0.1 degree of the chosen tilt.
In an embodiment, the laser light source is configured to adjust automatically to assist the user in ball hitting angle identification.
In an embodiment, the projector is configured to work in coordination with a HMI/Touch panel to render static images for the ball corridor.
In an embodiment, the hole has a color-coded panel at the back to help the user to aim to a particular color that corresponds to a particular tilt of the platform.
In an embodiment, the system comprises a data storage module which stores the data and helps the user improve on their weakness by recommending the putt to play and how to play it.
In an embodiment, the uphill and downhill function of the platform allow the user to control the speed of the ball.
In an aspect of the present invention there is provided method of operating one putting golf training system, the method comprising steps of:
a) tilting a platform by a user with help of a plurality of actuators according to
user practice preference;
b) visualizing the set up on a mirror by the user, wherein the mirror configured behind the user on the platform;
c) hitting a ball by the user at point indicated by a laser light source on the platform;
d) estimating speed of the ball by visualising a corridor projected by an overhead
projector on a platform after hitting the ball; and
e) returning the ball by a ball return mechanism to the user after ball ends up in
the hole;
wherein once the tilt of the platform is chosen, the degree of tilt of platform is displayed on a turf of the platform and a straight line along the platform corridor is displayed by the laser light source on the turf to guide the user so that user hit the ball on that line and the corridor displays the area that the ball must travel within, so that it ends up in the hole.
The Invention relates to a golf simulation putting system and, more particularly, relates to a golf simulation putting system with improved feedback mechanism thus training the user for improving the method of putting using said putter.
In an aspect of the Invention, there is provided a tiltable putting platform that can be used by golfers / sportspersons / enthusiasts to putt a golf ball into a hole. It can be tilted both in the left to right / right to left axis as well as the uphill / downhill axis using a mobile application or a control panel / touch screen or a wireless remote control. This gives the user a variety of
playable options from 0 to 3 degrees on the left / right axis (in intervals of 0.5 degrees) as well as 0 to 2 degrees in the up / down axis (in intervals of 0.5 degrees) or a combination of the two tilts.
In another embodiment, the system uses actuators to tilt the platform and the accuracy of the tilt is to within 0.1 degree of the chosen tilt.
In an embodiment, once a tilt is chosen, the degree of tilt is displayed on the turf and a straight line along with a corridor is displayed on the turf to guide the user. The straight line helps the user to align on the correct line so that the user can start the ball on that line and the corridor displays the area that the ball must travel within, so that it ends up in the hole.
In an embodiment, the virtual golf course comprises modular construction having dimensions 9'x4', 12'x4', 15'x5', 18'x5'. It can also be made in any specific size needed as it is a modular design
In an embodiment, the system comprises a projector for static images for ball corridor that works in coordination with HMI/Touch Panel. The projector defines a projection view area on the course. The laser works on a laser board. The putting grass is fitted on sheet metal and PCB platform. The sheet metal parts are fitted along edges of the simulator platform. The virtual pivot axis in an exemplary embodiment, causes up and down tilt +1-2 degree and left/ right tilt +/- 3 degree. The linear actuators are fixed from top and foot mounted by ball joint mechanism. The system has tilt Accuracy of ±0.1 deg. The system guides user about the projectile to the hole through the rotation axis. An overview of the system provided by the present invention is illustrated in Figure 1. In an embodiment, the hole cup comprises 4.25 inch.
Figure 2 illustrates an embodiment showing working of the system with laser projection and corridor projection by overhead projector. In another embodiment, the system works in an automatic manner.
Figure 3 illustrates the way system works in simulated manner to autoproject for Ball track corridor assisting player in practice based on Angle of the platform. The system also auto adjusts the laser guide to assist player in ball hitting angle identification.
The ball tracking is done by Camera present in the system. The system also saves/records player performance statistics.
In an embodiment, the system is integrated with Android and iOS App with animated platform movement visualization before selecting particular platform angle.
In an embodiment, the system of the present invention has a ball return system where in as soon as the ball goes into the hole, it returns back to the player.
In an embodiment, the system of the present invention has a USB ports built into the control panel where in a player can charge their mobile phone.
In an embodiment, the system of the present invention has the feature to charge the mobile phone wirelessly.
In an embodiment, the system of the present invention has a color coded panel at the back of the hole to help the player aim to a particular color that corresponds to a particular tilt.
In an embodiment, the system of the present invention has a laser guide behind the user that tilts and shows where the user should aim their putter as per the tilt of the platform.
In an embodiment, the system of the present invention has a mirror behind the user where the user can see their set up when they are on the ball and improve their stroke
In an embodiment, the system of the present invention is a modular system that can be installed by the user themselves without the help of a professional engineer
In an embodiment, once a user is registered, the unique software recognizes the user as soon as they connect to the One Putt and then recommends how they can structure their play / practice based on the previous data so that the user may enjoy and improve faster.
In an embodiment, the system of the present invention has a card reading system wherein the platform can be operated for a fixed amount of time using a prepaid card or a credit card
The system provided by the present invention has following technical advantages:
• Rather than putt on a flat surface, it allows user to play on a left to right / right to left and / or a uphill and downhill surface as you may deem fit
• It is a very simple machine to use with the user simply pressing buttons on the touch screen or using the App on their mobile phone
• The accuracy of the One Putt is within 0.1 degrees which is due to the superb engineering / expertise of our engineers
• The parts used and the joints developed / manufactured are of extremely high quality that give this accuracy
• The projection of the start line and the corridor is extremely accurate that helps a user to learn and improve their putting immediately
• It stores the data and helps the user improve on their weakness by recommending the putt to play and how to play it
• The software and the App are very user friendly and easy to operate
• For those users who have difficulty in aligning to a particular target, the One Putt shows a straight line for the user to align with and makes it easy
• For those who have problems in controlling the speed of the ball, the One Putt shows the corridor that the ball must travel through in order to get into the hole.
• The uphill and downhill function also allow the user to control the speed of the ball
• It allows for random and variable practice by a player thereby improving the skill of the player
Figure 4 illustrates an embodiment of the system comprising ball return system. The One Putt simulated system can be used in non-limiting places like Homes, Bars / Restaurants, Garages, Golf courses, Academies, Gaming centers, Activity Rooms, Hotels, Offices.
The above describes the non-limiting embodiment of the one Putt stimulated system and its operation. The one Putt stimulated system along with its modifications/ variations and its operation will be submitted with the complete specification.
We Claim:
1. A one putting golf training system, the system comprising:
a) a platform configured to tilt with the help of a plurality of actuators in left to right / right to left axis and in uphill / downhill position;
b) a laser light source configured to guide a user to identify a ball hitting angle at the platform, wherein the light source is attached to the platform behind the user;
c) a projector configured to render the static images for the ball corridor to the user;
d) a mirror configured to show the user set up when the user is on the ball; and
e) a ball return mechanism configured to send ball back to the user when ball goes into a hole wherein the ball return mechanism comprises of gravity chutes in which ball returns from putt hole to player location under platform by gravity and then user can hit a paddle with spring and lifting lever mechanism on platform to get the ball;
wherein once the tilt of the platform is chosen, the degree of tilt of platform is displayed on a turf of the platform and a straight line along the platform corridor is displayed by the laser light source on the turf to guide the user so that user hit the ball on that line and the corridor displays the area that the ball must travel within, so that it ends up in the hole.
2. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the platform is configured to be controlled by a mobile application or a control panel / touch screen or a wireless remote control.
3. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the platform is configured to tilt at least from 0 to 3 degrees on the left / right axis in intervals of 0.5 degrees as well as 0 to 2 degrees in the up / down axis in intervals of 0.5 degrees or a combination of the two tilts.
4. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the platform is configured to provide tilt accuracy within 0.1 degree of the chosen tilt.
5. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the laser light source is configured to adjust automatically to assist the user in ball hitting angle identification.
6. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the projector is configured to work in coordination with a HMI/Touch panel to render static images for the ball corridor.
7. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the hole has a color-coded panel at the back to help the user to aim to a particular color that corresponds to a particular tilt of the platform.
8. The system as claimed in claim 1, comprises a data storage module which stores the data and helps the user improve on their weakness by recommending the putt to play and how to play it.
9. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein uphill and downhill function of the platform allow the user to control the speed of the ball.
10. A method of operating one putting golf training system as claimed in claim 1, the method comprising steps of:
a) tilting a platform by a user with help of a plurality of actuators according to
user practice preference;
b) visualizing the set up on a mirror by the user, wherein the mirror is installed behind the user on the platform;
c) hitting a ball by the user at point indicated by a laser light source on the platform;
d) estimating speed of the ball by visualising a corridor projected by an overhead
projector on a platform after hitting the ball; and
e) returning the ball by a ball return mechanism to the user after ball ends up in
the hole;
wherein once the tilt of the platform is chosen, the degree of tilt of platform is displayed on a turf of the platform and a straight line along the platform corridor is displayed by the laser light source on the turf to guide the user so that user hit the ball on that line and the corridor displays the area that the ball must travel within, so that it ends up in the hole.
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| 1 | 202111019052-STATEMENT OF UNDERTAKING (FORM 3) [26-04-2021(online)].pdf | 2021-04-26 |
| 2 | 202111019052-PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION [26-04-2021(online)].pdf | 2021-04-26 |
| 3 | 202111019052-FORM FOR STARTUP [26-04-2021(online)].pdf | 2021-04-26 |
| 4 | 202111019052-FORM FOR SMALL ENTITY(FORM-28) [26-04-2021(online)].pdf | 2021-04-26 |
| 5 | 202111019052-FORM 1 [26-04-2021(online)].pdf | 2021-04-26 |
| 6 | 202111019052-EVIDENCE FOR REGISTRATION UNDER SSI(FORM-28) [26-04-2021(online)].pdf | 2021-04-26 |
| 7 | 202111019052-EVIDENCE FOR REGISTRATION UNDER SSI [26-04-2021(online)].pdf | 2021-04-26 |
| 8 | 202111019052-DRAWINGS [26-04-2021(online)].pdf | 2021-04-26 |
| 9 | 202111019052-DECLARATION OF INVENTORSHIP (FORM 5) [26-04-2021(online)].pdf | 2021-04-26 |
| 10 | 202111019052-Proof of Right [22-10-2021(online)].pdf | 2021-10-22 |
| 11 | 202111019052-FORM-26 [22-10-2021(online)].pdf | 2021-10-22 |
| 12 | 202111019052-DRAWING [26-04-2022(online)].pdf | 2022-04-26 |
| 13 | 202111019052-COMPLETE SPECIFICATION [26-04-2022(online)].pdf | 2022-04-26 |
| 14 | 202111019052-FORM 18 [22-04-2025(online)].pdf | 2025-04-22 |