A feathering frame and shuttlecock thereof
By using a feather-planting frame to implant low-grade and defective feathers into plastic feather-planting rods, the problems of resource waste and high production costs are solved, enabling the production of medium- and high-grade feathers and improving the quality and international market competitiveness of badminton shuttlecocks.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202521778406.2
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-08-20
- Publication Date
- 2026-08-25
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-08-20
AI Technical Summary
Existing technologies make it difficult to effectively utilize low-grade and substandard feathers to produce medium- to high-grade feathers, resulting in resource waste and high production costs.
Using a feather-planting frame, low-grade and defective feathers are implanted into a specially designed plastic feather-planting rod to form medium-grade feathers. The joint and base are molded in one piece. The height and structure of the feather-planting rod are designed to accommodate feathers of different lengths, ensuring the same flight trajectory and feel as traditional badminton shuttlecocks.
It improves the utilization rate of low-grade and defective feathers, reduces production costs, enhances the durability and aesthetics of badminton shuttlecocks, and improves the quality and international market competitiveness of badminton shuttlecocks, as well as their stability and durability.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to a feather rack and its shuttlecock. Background Technology
[0002] Traditional methods of making badminton shuttlecocks, such as high-end shuttlecocks, require natural feather shafts with a length of at least 140 millimeters to meet the thickness and weight requirements of high-end shuttlecocks. The 16 feathers needed for a high-end shuttlecock must weigh between 1.70 and 2.2 grams. Only shuttlecocks made with such feathers can achieve the required standards in terms of flight trajectory, landing point, durability, and feel when hitting them.
[0003] Take the feather shafts of the Beijing Cherry Duck as an example. One kilogram of fully dried natural feathers contains approximately 3,600 feathers, of which about 500-700 are naturally grown to a length of 140 mm or more. This portion, after processing, can be used to make high-end badminton shuttlecocks, accounting for about 13%-20%.
[0004] Feathers with a natural growth length between 125-140 mm, numbering approximately 600-800, account for about 16%-22% of the total. After processing, these feathers can only be used to make mid-range shuttlecocks.
[0005] Approximately 900-1000 feathers, accounting for 25%-27%, grow naturally and are between 110-125 mm in length. These natural feathers can only be used to make low-grade shuttlecocks.
[0006] The remaining approximately 1100-1300 feather shafts, with a natural growth length of 90-110 mm, account for about 30%-36%. Due to insufficient length, the weight and thickness of the feathers are inadequate, making them unusable for shuttlecock production using traditional methods; they are defective feathers.
[0007] As can be seen from the above, low-grade and defective feathers account for about 60%. These low-grade and defective feathers need to be implanted into the hollow plastic tube of the feather grafting frame in order to be made into medium-grade and high-grade feather pieces. Utility Model Content
[0008] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a feather grafting frame that can turn low-grade feathers and natural defective feathers into medium-grade feather pieces.
[0009] Another technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a badminton shuttlecock made of medium and high-grade feathers using a feather-planting frame.
[0010] To solve this technical problem, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows: A planting frame includes a first planting rod or a second planting rod, a connecting part, and a base. The first planting rod or the second planting rod, the connecting part, and the base are formed into a whole by molding in one piece using a mold. Each of the first planting rod or the second planting rod is an individual independent unit.
[0011] The height of the first hair-planting rod is 7mm-14mm.
[0012] The top of the first hair-planting rod is a hollow first round tube or first square tube, the hollow depth of which is 3mm-8mm and the hollow inner diameter is 1.8mm-2.5mm; the middle and lower part of the first hair-planting rod is a first sheet-like rod, the height of which is 4mm-6mm and the first sheet-like rod is provided with 1-3 reinforcing ribs.
[0013] The length of the first natural feather implanted in the first round tube or the first square tube after processing is 55mm-61mm.
[0014] A badminton shuttlecock includes a head, a feather-planting frame, an upper coil, a lower coil, and a first natural feather. The feather-planting frame consists of a first feather-planting rod inserted into the feather-planting frame. The processed length of the first natural feather is 55mm-61mm, and the interface between the first natural feather and the first feather-planting rod in the feather-planting frame is exactly the position where the lower coil is wound.
[0015] The height of the second hair-planting rod is 20mm-24mm.
[0016] The top of the second hair-planting rod is a hollow second round tube or a second square tube, the hollow depth of which is 3mm-8mm and the hollow inner diameter is 1.8mm-2.5mm; the middle and lower part of the second hair-planting rod is a second plate-shaped rod, the height of which is 15mm-18mm and the second plate-shaped rod is provided with 1-3 reinforcing ribs.
[0017] The length of the second natural feather implanted in the second round tube or the second square tube after processing is 44mm-47mm.
[0018] A badminton shuttlecock includes a head, a feather-planting frame, an upper coil, a lower coil, and a second natural feather. The feather-planting frame consists of a second feather-planting rod inserted into the feather-planting frame. The processed length of the second natural feather is 44mm-47mm, and the interface between the second natural feather and the second feather-planting rod in the feather-planting frame is exactly the position where the upper coil is wound.
[0019] The beneficial effects of this utility model are: This significantly improves the utilization rate of existing natural defective and low-grade feathers. By implanting these feathers into a feather-planting frame, medium- to high-grade feathers can be produced. This reduces the production cost of badminton shuttlecocks, improves their quality, and ultimately enhances the competitiveness of Chinese badminton in the international market.
[0020] The height of the first feathering rod is 7-14 mm. When a badminton shuttlecock is made with this height of the first feathering rod, the interface between the first natural feather and the first feathering rod is exactly where the lower coil is wound. That is, the lower coil is located at the interface between the first natural feather and the plastic first feathering rod. The lower coil covers the interface between the plastic feathering rod and the feather, which not only enhances the firmness of the feather but also increases the aesthetic appearance of the shuttlecock.
[0021] The second feathering rod is 20-24 mm high. When a shuttlecock is made with this height, the interface between the second natural feather and the second feathering rod is exactly where the upper coil is wound. That is, the upper coil is located at the interface between the second natural feather and the plastic second feathering rod. The upper coil covers the interface between the plastic feathering rod and the feather, which not only enhances the firmness of the feather but also increases the aesthetic appearance of the shuttlecock.
[0022] By using two different heights of feather planting rods, we can make full use of existing natural feathers of different lengths. The upper and lower coils are located at the interface between the feathers and the feather planting rods, thus ensuring that the appearance of the shuttlecock made with the plastic feather planting frame is basically the same as that of the shuttlecock made with all-natural feathers.
[0023] Traditional stringing and gluing methods are used to ensure that shuttlecocks made with feather frames have the same flight trajectory, landing point, stability, and feel as those made using traditional methods.
[0024] Because the feather frame is made of natural feathers, the shuttlecock's flight trajectory, stability, landing point, and feel are all determined by these natural feathers. The feather shaft, as the feather shaft, only serves a supporting function. Therefore, shuttlecocks made with feather frames have all the advantages and characteristics of shuttlecocks made entirely of natural feathers.
[0025] Because the plastic feather frame is slightly heavier than natural feathers, the shuttlecock's center of gravity is lower. Therefore, the chances of the shuttlecock head contacting the racket are greatly increased when playing badminton. As a result, shuttlecocks made with feather frames are more durable and stable than those made entirely of natural feathers.
[0026] Because plastic feather-embedded frames are molded in one piece using precision molds, the center of gravity is distributed very evenly. Natural feathers, on the other hand, come from different ducks, resulting in variations in feather thickness, material, and density, leading to weight variations. Therefore, shuttlecocks made with plastic feather-embedded frames are more stable, have a more precise flight trajectory, and offer a more comfortable feel when playing compared to shuttlecocks made using traditional methods.
[0027] We provide high-quality badminton shuttlecocks at low prices for badminton enthusiasts. Badminton is an excellent sport for preventing myopia in teenagers, contributing to the prevention of myopia in young people. Attached Figure Description
[0028] Figure 1 : A schematic diagram of the flocking frame of the first embodiment of this utility model; Figure 2 : A schematic diagram of the first hair-planting rod in the hair-planting frame of the first embodiment of this utility model; Figure 3 : A schematic diagram of the flocking frame according to the second embodiment of this utility model; Figure 4 : A schematic diagram of the second flocking rod in the flocking frame of the second embodiment of this utility model; Figure 5 : A schematic diagram of a badminton shuttlecock made using the feather-feathering frame of the first embodiment; Figure 6 : A schematic diagram of a badminton shuttlecock made using the feather-feathering frame of the second embodiment. Detailed Implementation
[0029] See Figure 1 and Figure 2 The first embodiment of the tufting frame includes a first tufting rod A2, a connecting part 4, and a base 1. The first tufting rod A2, the connecting part 4, and the base 1 are formed into a whole by molding in one piece. Each of the first tufting rods A2 is an individual unit. The height (or length) of the first tufting rod A2 is 7mm-14mm.
[0030] By utilizing small feathers with a natural growth length of 105mm-120mm, and processing them to a length of 55mm-61mm, these feathers are implanted into a shuttlecock made using a feather-planting frame. This enhances the shuttlecock's quality, durability, and stability. Because the lower coil of the shuttlecock is located 7mm-14mm from the tip, it covers the interface between the first natural feather A and the first feather-planting shaft A2, improving the shuttlecock's aesthetic appearance.
[0031] The top of the first feather-planting rod A2 is a hollow first round or square tube A21, with a hollow depth of 3mm-8mm and an inner diameter of 1.8mm-2.5mm. The hollow design of the top of the first feather-planting rod A2 facilitates the insertion of the first natural feather A into the first feather-planting rod A2. The 3mm-8mm depth increases the firmness of the bond between the first natural feather A and the first feather-planting rod A2. The 1.8mm-2.5mm inner diameter ensures that different natural feathers, derived from different ducks and geese, can be inserted into the round or square tube, as their size and thickness vary.
[0032] The lower middle part of the first feathering rod A2 is the first plate rod A22, which has a height of 4mm-6mm. The first plate rod can control the weight of the shuttlecock after it is made.
[0033] The first plate-shaped shaft A22 is provided with 1-3 reinforcing ribs 3, preferably 2 reinforcing ribs 3. The addition of reinforcing ribs can improve the hardness, toughness and durability of the shuttlecock.
[0034] The length of the first natural feather A (labeled 7 in the figure) after processing is 55mm-61mm after implantation into the first round tube or the first square tube A21.
[0035] See 5: A badminton shuttlecock, including a shuttlecock head 10, a feather-planting frame according to a first embodiment, an upper coil 11, a lower coil 12, and a first natural feather piece A (labeled 7 in the figure). The length of the first natural feather piece implanted in the first feather-planting rod A2 of the first embodiment after processing is 55mm-61mm, and the interface between the first natural feather piece A (labeled 7 in the figure) and the first feather-planting rod A2 in the feather-planting frame of the first embodiment is exactly the position where it is wrapped around the lower coil 12.
[0036] See Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 6 The second embodiment of the feather-planting frame includes a second feather-planting rod B2, a connecting part 4, and a base 1. The second feather-planting rod B2, the connecting part 4, and the base 1 are formed as a whole by molding in one piece. Each of the second feather-planting rods B2 is an individual unit. The height (or length) of the feather-planting rods B2 of the second feather-planting frame B is 20mm-24mm, which is exactly the position of the upper coil of the badminton shuttlecock. The upper coil covers the interface between the second natural feather piece B (labeled 15 in the figure) and the second feather-planting rod B2, improving the aesthetic appearance of the badminton shuttlecock.
[0037] The top of the second feather-planting shaft B2 is a hollow second round or square tube B21, with a hollow depth of 3mm-8mm, facilitating the insertion of the second natural feather B into the second feather-planting shaft B2. The hollow inner diameter is 1.8mm-2.5mm, facilitating the insertion of feathers of different sizes. The lower middle part of the second feather-planting shaft B2 is a second plate-shaped shaft B22, with a height of 15mm-18mm. This second plate-shaped shaft B22 has 1-3 reinforcing ribs 3. The addition of reinforcing ribs can improve the hardness, toughness, and durability of the shuttlecock.
[0038] The difference between the second embodiment of the feather-planting frame and the first embodiment lies in the height of the feather-planting rods. The height of the second feather-planting rod B2 is 20mm-24mm, and the height (or length) of the second plate-shaped rod B22 and the reinforcing rib 3 is 15mm-18mm. By achieving this height, the second feather-planting rod B2 can fully utilize the waste feathers that cannot be used to make traditional badminton shuttlecocks. Traditional badminton shuttlecocks require natural feathers with a natural growth length of at least 110mm. Feathers shorter than 110mm are considered waste feathers. By using the feather-planting frame of the second embodiment, these waste feathers can be fully utilized to produce medium- to high-grade badminton shuttlecocks.
[0039] The length of the second natural feather B (labeled 15 in the figure) after processing is 44mm-47mm after implantation into the second round tube or the second square tube B21.
[0040] See Figure 6 A badminton shuttlecock includes a shuttlecock head 10, a feather-planting frame according to a second embodiment, an upper coil 11, a lower coil 12, and a second natural feather piece B (labeled 15 in the figure). The processed length of the second natural feather piece implanted in the second feather-planting rod B2 of the second embodiment is 44mm-47mm, and the interface between the second natural feather piece B (labeled 15 in the figure) and the second feather-planting rod B2 in the feather-planting frame of the second embodiment is exactly the position where the upper coil 11 is wound.
[0041] The joint 4 and base 1 of the feather-planting frame in both the first and second embodiments have the same shape and structure. The joint is circular, 0.5-2 mm thick, and its diameter is exactly the same as the diameter of the shuttlecock head. The joint 4 connects the feather-planting rod to the base as a whole. The base 1 connects the feather-planting frame to the shuttlecock head, forming a complete shuttlecock. The bottom of the base has a barb or hook to prevent the feather-planting frame from loosening or detaching from the shuttlecock head.
[0042] The shuttlecocks made using the feather-planting frame in the first embodiment and the feather-planting frame in the second embodiment both adopt the traditional stringing and glue-rolling methods, and have the hardness, toughness, appearance, style and characteristics of traditional shuttlecocks.
[0043] Both the first embodiment of the feather planting frame and the second embodiment of the feather planting frame are made of plastic material and are molded in one piece using an injection molding machine, forming a single unit with a weight of 0.9 grams to 1.5 grams.
Claims
1. A planting frame, comprising a first planting rod (A2) or a second planting rod (B2), a connecting part (4), and a base (1), wherein the first planting rod (A2) or the second planting rod (B2), the connecting part (4), and the base (1) are integrally formed by one-time molding using a mold, characterized in that: Each of the first hair-planting bar (A2) or the second hair-planting bar (B2) is a single, independent bar.
2. The planting frame according to claim 1, characterized in that: The height of the first hair-planting rod (A2) is 7mm-14mm.
3. The planting frame according to claim 2, characterized in that: The top of the first hair-planting rod (A2) is a hollow first round tube or a first square tube (A21), the hollow depth of which is 3mm-8mm and the hollow inner diameter is 1.8mm-2.5mm; the middle and lower part of the first hair-planting rod (A2) is a first sheet rod (A22), the height of which is 4mm-6mm and the first sheet rod (A22) is provided with 1-3 reinforcing ribs (3).
4. The planting frame according to claim 3, characterized in that: The length of the first natural feather A(7) implanted in the first round tube or the first square tube (A21) after processing is 55mm-61mm.
5. The planting frame according to claim 1, characterized in that: The height of the second hair-planting rod (B2) is 20mm-24mm.
6. The planting frame according to claim 5, characterized in that: The top end of the second hair-planting rod (B2) is a hollow second round tube or a second square tube (B21), the hollow depth of which is 3mm-8mm and the hollow inner diameter is 1.8mm-2.5mm; the middle and lower part of the second hair-planting rod (B2) is a second plate-shaped rod (B22), the height of which is 15mm-18mm, and the second plate-shaped rod (B22) is provided with 1-3 reinforcing ribs (3).
7. A planting frame according to claim 6, characterized in that: The length of the second natural feather B(15) implanted in the second round tube or the second square tube (B21) is 44mm-47mm after processing.
8. A badminton shuttlecock, comprising a head (10), a feather frame, an upper coil (11), a lower coil (12), and a first natural feather blade A (7), characterized in that: The feather planting frame is the feather planting frame as described in claim 4, and the interface between the first natural feather piece A (7) and the first feather planting rod (A2) in the feather planting frame is exactly the position where the lower coil (12) is wound.
9. A badminton shuttlecock, comprising a head (10), a feather frame, an upper coil (11), a lower coil (12), and a second natural feather blade B (15), characterized in that: The feather planting frame is the feather planting frame as described in claim 7, and the interface between the second natural feather piece B (15) and the second feather planting rod (B2) in the feather planting frame is exactly the position where the coil (11) is wound.