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Marker cone with ground anchor

a technology of marking cones and anchors, applied in the field of marking cones with ground anchors, can solve the problems of no record of where the anchor was located, easy to be moved, etc., and achieve the effect of convenient location and safe use in sporting events

Inactive Publication Date: 2020-12-10
FERNANDEZ NICHOLAS ROBERT
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Benefits of technology

The technical effect of this patent is to create a marker cone that can safely used in sports events and works with a ground anchor to allow easy installation and removal without affecting the ground anchor. Additionally, it provides an easier way to locate and reuse the marker cone.

Problems solved by technology

The technical problem addressed in this patent text is the common design of marker cones used in sporting events, which can be easily displaced by wind and other disturbances, and the inconvenience of having to anchor them directly to the ground. Additionally, there is no record of where the cone was located after it is removed, making it difficult to reestablish its position for the next use.

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[0014]Referring to FIG. 1, a conventional marker cone 10 is shown. The marker cone includes a base portion 12, a hollow conical portion 13, and optional holes 14 in the corners of the base portion. The optional holes allow the marker cone to be anchored to the ground using conventional wire stakes 11. The conventional marker cone is made from light, flexible plastic material and is optionally colored with an appropriate safety color, usually fluorescent orange. A common embodiment of the conventional marker cone includes cutouts in the conical portion 13 which weaken the structure and allow it to collapse for safety reasons.

[0015]If the conventional marker cone 10 does not include optional holes 14, or if wire stakes 11 are not utilized to secure the cone to the ground, the conventional marker cone is easily blown over or away by the wind due to the common lightweight construction of these devices. Anchoring the conventional marker cone to the ground as shown using wire stakes hinde...

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A marker cone and ground anchor for use with sporting events, such as soccer, comprising engagement features that allow the marker cone to attach to the ground anchor for improved stability against wind and other disturbances. A stretchable cord extends from the conical portion of the marker cone and engages with a feature in the ground anchor, thereby allowing the marker cone to remain upright while the cord is engaged and under tension. The engagement features allow the marker cone to be removed and replaced without disturbing the ground anchor, and the compliance of the attachment method does not compromise properties of the marker cone that allow it to move or collapse for safety reasons during impact with a falling person.

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Owner FERNANDEZ NICHOLAS ROBERT