Method and system for playing a table game

Abstract

A method and apparatus for playing a game similar to ping-pong where a ball is bounced from one table surface to another table surface that is distinctly separated from the first. The distance between the table surfaces may be increased to increase the difficulty of the game. This may occur in between games, or progressively during a game. The table surfaces, preferably round, may be provided with folding legs and joined together for convenient transportation and storage. The height of individual legs are adjustable by both fine and coarse adjustment means.

Description

[0001] This application claims the benefit of US of provisional patent application Ser No. 60 / 608,165 filed Sep. 9, 2004 (09 / 09 / 2004).FIELD OF INVENTION [0002] This invention relates to the field of playing a table game, in particular to the field of playing a game by striking a ball off of a table surface to another, as in table tennis. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0003] Table tennis, also known as “ping pong”, is a game that is very well known, involving using a paddle to strike a ball from one side of a table to the other. The table is divided into two sides by a net passing across the middle of the table. It can be played with two players, or as a team game with up to four total players. [0004] Different shapes and designs of tables have been proposed to increase difficulty. In U.S. Pat. No. 3,622,156 to Pugsley the net has been removed completely and the table surface has been split into two sections, each of a rounded, triangular shape. The surfaces remain joined to each other...

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Benefits of technology

"The invention is a new game of table tennis that uses two circular playing surfaces separated by a gap. This separation creates new challenges and opportunities for players. The game can be played with an interconnection between the surfaces, or with an intervention in the gap. The playing surfaces can be adjusted to different heights and orientations, and the support legs can be adjusted to accommodate uneven surfaces or players of different heights. The game can be played with an obstacle in the gap, and the game can be played with a smaller number of players. The technical effects of the invention include a new challenge for players, increased flexibility for table arrangement, and a unique playing experience."

Problems solved by technology

Further, such playing surfaces may or may not lie in a common plane.

Increased separation reduces the effective target area, while providing more time for players to respond that while the ball is in transit.

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