Pool cue training device

Abstract

The present invention relates to a pool cue training device for assisting a player in determining cue movement so that the player can learn to control and minimize movement for better and more accurate shots. The invention comprises a laser capable of projecting a laser light in a dot or a line, attached to a mounting device for attaching the laser to a cue. The movement of the cue is determined by the difference between the initial position and final position after the striking motion.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS [0001]Not ApplicableFEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH [0002]Not ApplicableSEQUENCE LISTING [0003]Not ApplicableBACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0004]The present invention relates generally to a training aid used in conjunction with pool cue sticks for playing billiards or other games using such cue sticks, for assisting a player in learning to align pool shots and control movement of the cue stick.[0005]Billiards and similar games using a cue stick is a popular among players both young and old, as well as novice and experienced players. While players enjoy these types of games, it is also very difficult for players to be very good or know whether they are performing the movement correctly as the tiniest of movement of the cue stick during a shot motion can cause a precisely aligned shot to deviate from its course. Therefore, there is a need to provide players using a cue stick or such devices a training aid that will teach them how to align their cue st...

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Benefits of technology

[0010]The present invention relates to a pool cue training device for assisting a player in determining cue stick movement so that a player can learn to control and minimize movement for better and more accurate shots. The pool cue training device comprises a laser mount wherein the laser mount contains a sleeve with a circumferential hole for fitment onto the cue stick. The circumferential hole further contains a soft material to provide a secure fit of the laser mount on the cue stick without damaging the cue stick.

Problems solved by technology

While players enjoy these types of games, it is also very difficult for players to be very good or know whether they are performing the movement correctly as the tiniest of movement of the cue stick during a shot motion can cause a precisely aligned shot to deviate from its course.

While Glazer discloses a pool cue with a laser alignment device that is mounted on the pool cue, Glazer's use of a mirror or glass as a diverting device mounted between the laser and the tip encumbers the use of the stick as the mirror or glass would encumber the movement of the cue stick especially if a player uses a closed bridge (finger around cue shaft).

Furthermore, because the light beam is focused on the cue ball and the deflected light from the glass mirror focuses on the target ball, it is difficult to determine whether there is movement as a result of the striking motion because the cue ball and target ball are close to the light beam.

Glazer's disclosure and use of the materials disclosed also ruins the cue stick as the mirror or glass is glued onto the stick and the mechanism for holding the laser to the cue stick requires the use of clamps.

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