Device for placing a basketball net

Abstract

The invention relates to a device (1) for placing a basketball net, comprising: - a housing (3, 14) having a storage space (4, 16) for storing a basketball net, wherein the basketball net is stored in the storage space, the basketball net comprising a plurality of attachment members (5, 12) for detachably attaching the basketball net to the underside of a basketball frame, - an extension mechanism (8) for extending the basketball net from the storage space through an opening (9) in the housing towards the basketball frame in order to detachably attach the plurality of attachment members and the basketball net to the basketball frame.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present invention relates generally to an apparatus for placing a basketball net, and a method for attaching a basketball net to the underside of a basketball hoop and / or for removing a basketball net from the underside of a basketball hoop. BACKGROUND

[0002] AU 2010101415 A4 discloses a net assembly that can be attached to and detached from a scoring frame. DE 9306917 U1 discloses an apparatus for holding a basketball hoop. US 5123642 A1 discloses a net attachment for a basketball hoop. US 2017 / 0239543 A1 discloses an illuminated basketball hoop accessory. GB 2334896 A discloses a portable goal and net.

[0003] “Conventional” basketball hoops (e.g. steel basketball hoops and conventional basketball nets) are known in the art. Basketball hoops are secured directly to a vertical backboard that is connected to a pole, wall or frame at the playing height, collectively referred to as a “basketball system”. Conventional basketball nets are suspended from steel basketball hoops by twelve integral rim hooks below the basketball hoop. Some basketball hoops, particularly outdoor basketball hoops, do not have rim hooks and therefore lack a suitable means for suspending a basketball net. These basketball hoops are effectively “smooth” below.

[0004] Not having such a basketball net when playing basketball is a great source of dissatisfaction, as the basketball net can cause the ball to pass through and slow the ball down. Not having a basketball net increases the chance of scoring errors. Furthermore, the ball will leave the court, which can result in the ball being lost, soiled, damaged, resulting in a delay of play as the ball needs to be retrieved, cleaned or replaced. Due to the height of the basketball hoop above the ground, placing a basketball net onto the rim of a conventional basketball hoop is difficult and time consuming. Also, the basketball net needs to be connected to the basketball hoop at twelve separate points. Often there are not even rim hooks. The height of the hoop causes a further problem, as basketball nets are typically suspended 3.05 meters above ground level (i.e. 10 feet, in US / non-International units), making them inaccessible without a ladder or other climbing means. Furthermore, threading the twelve separate top loops of the basketball net through the net / rim hooks is quite time consuming. In many cases, the basketball net of a conventional basketball hoop is never replaced (when damaged), removed or stowed away - or even placed in the first place. If the net is not replaced by the owner (which is often the case with public courts), playing basketball is less attractive and enjoyable due to the reasons mentioned above.

[0005] It is an object of the invention to provide a person with the ability to place a basketball net on any (in particular steel) basketball hoop at a height of 3.05 m above ground level. It is a further object of the invention to provide a person with the ability to retrieve, store and / or transport such a basketball net (from the basketball hoop). SUMMARY

[0006] A device for placing a basketball net, comprising:

[0007] - a housing having a storage space for storing a basketball net, wherein the basketball net is stored in the storage space, the basketball net comprising a plurality of attachment members for detachably attaching the basketball net to an underside of a basketball hoop,

[0008] - an extension mechanism for extending the basketball net from the storage space through an opening in the housing towards the basketball hoop in order to detachably attach the plurality of attachment members and the basketball net to the basketball hoop.

[0009] Such a device is easy to use and allows a person to easily attach a basketball net to an underside of any (in particular steel) basketball hoop. The person can easily attach the basketball net, thereby avoiding damage to the ball, wasting time and increasing the game experience. The device will also help to overcome the height difference between him / her and the basketball hoop. Furthermore, the device allows for safe storage of the basketball net when not in use. The plurality of detachable attachment members also allows for easy and damage-free placement of the basketball net and removal of the basketball net from the hoop. When fully extended, the detachable attachment members are arranged in a ring shape (or form a ring shape) that coincides with the ring shape of the basketball hoop.

[0010] Embodiments relating to the above-mentioned device further comprise:

[0011] - a retrieval mechanism for retrieving the basketball net from the basketball hoop.

[0012] Such a retrieval mechanism allows a person to easily remove the basketball net from the basketball hoop again in order to store the basketball net. The retrieval mechanism can thus advantageously be used to "pull" the basketball net from the basketball hoop, allowing the user to store the basketball net in the storage space again. The plurality of detachable attachment members ensures damage-free removal of the basketball net from the basketball hoop.

[0013] Embodiments relating to the above-mentioned device, wherein the attachment members comprise a magnet. Typically, the hoop is made of steel. The magnet therein provides an advantageous way of ensuring detachability of the attachment members. Furthermore, the magnet (and the attached basketball net) can be used again and again without reducing the above-mentioned detachability.

[0014] Embodiments relating to the above device, wherein the basketball net is provided with a plurality of rim hooks, wherein the basketball net is configured to hang from the rim hooks during use, wherein each of the plurality of attachment members is connected to a rim hook. Thus, it is not necessary to attach the rim hooks separately. By providing the rim hooks (which are usually provided by a conventional basketball system, but which are usually not provided in e.g. an outdoor basketball hoop), the basketball net will hang from the rim hooks, thereby maintaining the natural feel of the basketball net.

[0015] Embodiments relating to the above device, wherein the basketball net comprises 3 to 20, preferably 4 to 15, more preferably 12 attachment members, and / or, when provided with rim hooks, 3 to 20, preferably 4 to 15, more preferably 12 rim hooks to replicate a conventional basketball system as closely as possible, thereby further improving the “natural feel” of the basketball net.

[0016] Embodiments relating to the above device, wherein the housing has a tubular shape, wherein the opening in the housing is provided at a longitudinal end of the tubular shape. The tubular shape can help shorter people to extend the basketball net towards the basketball hoop, which is usually located 3.05 m above ground level. Furthermore, such a tubular device is easy to transport, store and carry. Of course, average height or tall people can also benefit from such a shape. However, other shapes are also conceivable.

[0017] Embodiments relating to the above device, wherein the storage space has a cylindrical shape. Similar to the device having a tubular shape, the storage space itself can also have a cylindrical shape. Such a cylindrical shape is advantageous for storing the basketball net, since both the cylindrical shape as well as the basketball net have a high axial (rotational) symmetry, thereby allowing the basketball net to be intuitively folded in the storage space without having to fold the basketball net in a “unnatural” way, however other shapes are also conceivable.

[0018] Embodiments relating to the above device, wherein the extension mechanism is configured to operate as a folding mechanism for folding the basketball net into the storage space through the opening in the housing, thereby ensuring easy “restoring” of the basketball net.

[0019] Another aspect of the invention relates to a method of attaching and / or removing a basketball net to / from the underside of a basketball hoop using the above device, comprising the following steps:

[0020] - extending the basketball net from the storage space through the opening in the housing towards the basketball hoop with the extension mechanism, in order to detachably attach the plurality of attachment members and the basketball net to the basketball hoop.

[0021] In an embodiment, the method further comprises the following step, when a retracting mechanism is present:

[0022] - retracting the basketball net from the basketball hoop with the retracting mechanism.

[0023] In one embodiment, the method further comprises the steps of:

[0024] - operating the extension mechanism as a folding mechanism for folding the basketball net into the storage space through the opening in the housing. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0025] The application will be explained by means of the exemplary embodiments described in the drawings and the detailed description of the drawings below.

[0026] Figure 1 An exemplary embodiment of a basketball net is shown, wherein the basketball net is attached to the underside of a basketball hoop by means of a detachable attachment means, for example according to the application;

[0027] Figure 2 An exemplary embodiment of a placement device is shown, wherein the basketball net shown is in an extended state;

[0028] Figure 3 An exploded view of the placement device of Figure 2 is shown;

[0029] Figure 4 Perspective views of the placement device according to Figure 2 and Figure 3 are shown, wherein the basketball net is stored in the placement device; and

[0030] Figure 5 An exemplary embodiment of a detachable attachment means comprising a magnet for detachable connection to the underside of a basketball hoop is shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0031] As Figures 1-5(illustrated in conjunction with the discussion) and as discussed previously, the applicant proposes a device 1 for placing a basketball net 2, comprising a housing 3 with a storage space 4 for storing the basketball net 2, wherein the basketball net 2 is stored in the storage space 4. The basketball net 2 comprises a plurality of attachment members 5 for detachably attaching the basketball net 2 to the underside 6 of a basketball hoop 7. An extension mechanism 8 is provided for extending the basketball net 2 from the storage space 4 through an opening 9 in the housing 3 towards the basketball hoop 7 in order to detachably attach the plurality of attachment members 5 and the basketball net 2 to the basketball hoop 7. When fully extended, the detachable attachment members 5 are arranged in a ring shape (or form a ring shape) that coincides with the ring shape of the basketball hoop 7. A retraction mechanism 10 can be provided for retracting the basketball net 2 from the basketball hoop 7 to enable the user to store the basketball net 2 again in the storage device 1. Preferably, the attachment members 5 comprise magnets 12. The magnets 12 can have a curved shape to provide a tight fit with the basketball hoop 7 (i.e. curved around the circular cross-section of the basketball hoop 7 and / or curved to match the circular shape of the basketball hoop 7, as Figure 5 illustrated). The basketball net 2 can be provided with a plurality of rim hooks 13, wherein the basketball net 2 is configured to hang from the rim hooks 13 during use, wherein each of the plurality of attachment members 5 is connected to a rim hook 13. Preferably, the basketball net 2 comprises 3 to 20, more preferably 4 to 15, most preferably 12 attachment members 5 and / or a similar number of rim hooks 13. The housing 3 can have a tubular shape 14, wherein the opening 9 in the housing is provided at a longitudinal end 15 of the tubular shape 14. Similarly, the storage space 4 can also have a cylindrical shape 16 (although other shapes are also conceivable).

[0032] Placing the basketball net 2

[0033] The extension of the placing device 1 beyond the reach of a person (e.g. as illustrated, the device 1 extends about 1.50 meters, although the skilled person will understand that the placing device 1 can have a different length) allows the user to comfortably place the basketball net 2 at the underside 6 of the basketball hoop 7 at a playing height of 3.05 m. This can be defined as the “working position”.

[0034] The extension of the placing device 1 and the placing of the basketball net 2 is achieved by using the extension mechanism 8 and applying the following steps in the following order (please refer to Figure 3 ):

[0035] 1. Remove the top cap 26;

[0036] 2. With one hand, twist the outer tube 17 counterclockwise through the handle 39 (provided at the bottom 38 of the outer tube 19); with the other hand, hold the top ring 24 in a fixed position.

[0037] 3. The placement device 1 can be extended by pulling the outer tube 17 down. Once the maximum length is reached,

[0038] 4. A clockwise twist will fix the outer tube 17 to the middle tube 18. The placement device 1 is now in the extended “working position”.

[0039] 5. Next, the user pushes the sliding ring 21 up by pushing the rod assembly 20, 21, 22, 23, 28, 29 up to the maximum extended position. This pulls the basketball net 2 out of the inner tube 19.

[0040] 6. Turning the top turning ring 25 will deploy the upper rod 23 at the hinge point of the lower rod 22, thus widening the basketball net 2 to match the perimeter of the basketball hoop 7, on which the basketball net 2 will be placed.

[0041] 7. Once placed against the basketball hoop 7, the stronger magnetic attraction from the metal in the basketball hoop 7 will “overcome” the magnetic attraction of the metal tip 29, thus allowing the magnetic pouch 31 to transfer from the metal tip 29 to the basketball hoop 7, thus fixing the basketball net 2 to the basketball hoop 7. Once the basketball net 2 has been placed on the basketball hoop 7, the user will return step 6 to 1 to reconfigure the invention to the “closed position” until the user wishes to retrieve the basketball net 2. Wherein the detachable attachment means 5 can thus comprise a magnet 12, which in turn can comprise a magnetic pouch 31, as shown. Other types of detachable attachment means 5 with similar functionality are also conceivable.

[0042] Recycling of the basketball net 2

[0043] The placement device 1 is ready for transport and / or storage in the “closed position” by folding inwards at the bottom 38 of the outer tube 17 with the hook 27 and fastening the closure cap 26. The components of the placement device 1 are fixed and protected. This allows easy transport in e.g. a sports bag without the risk of damage to the placement device 1 or the bag or its contents. With a diameter of e.g. 5-15 cm (e.g. 7.5-12.5 cm, e.g. 10.4 cm (as shown) and a length of e.g. 45-65 cm (e.g. 50-60 cm, e.g. 58.5 cm (as shown)), the placement device 1 will easily fit into a regular sports bag. An alternative way of transport is simply to hold the invention in hand or over the shoulder with the strap 35. The strap 35 is connected at one end to the bottom 38 of the outer tube 17 and the top cap 26 on top with two strap loops 33 and snap hooks 34.

[0044] When the user wishes to retrieve and store the basketball net, steps 1-6 are repeated. Subsequently:

[0045] 8. The placement device 1 is then turned upside down and,

[0046] 9. Rotate the hook 27 90 degrees and use the hook 27.

[0047] 10. Hook the bottom of the basketball net 2.

[0048] 11. Apply a strong enough downward pulling force on the placement device 1 to overcome the magnetism of the basketball rim 7, dismounting the basketball net 2 from the basketball rim 7.

[0049] 12. Then, the user removes the basketball net 2 from the hook 27 and rotates the hook 27 back to its initial position.

[0050] Re-mounting the basketball net 2 into the placement device 1

[0051] 13. The user returns to step 4. Thus, the expansion mechanism 8 can be used as a so-called “folding mechanism” 11.

[0052] 14. The basketball net 2 can then be exchanged into the inner (storage) tube 19.

[0053] 15. Once the basketball net 2 is inside the inner / storage tube 19, the user places the twelve magnetic pockets 31 onto the metal tip 29 and,

[0054] 16. Close the placement device 1 by repositioning the top cover 26 in its initial position.

[0055] Single component

[0056] As mentioned before, Figure 3 An exploded view of the placement device 1 is shown. Figure 2 The exemplary placement device 1 shown consists of the following parts shown in

[0057] These components will now be described individually, explaining their function and solution, and how they fit into the other components of the placement device 1. Figure 3 Outer tube 17

[0058]

[0059] ​The outer tube 17 forms the main outer shell of the placement device 1. The overall appearance of the placement device 1 is defined by the length of the outer tube 17 and its cylindrical, smooth and strong exterior. With the example length of the placement device 1 of 52.9 cm and a diameter of 10.4 cm, for the embodiment shown, there is sufficient surface area for the addition of logos / brands for marketing purposes. To secure the outer tube 17 into the top ring 24, a twisting motion is applied to "clip" into the top ring 24. Due to the individual components clipping into each other by this twisting motion, the internal thickening on both the top ring 24 and the outer tube 17 ensures a connection by friction. To make it easy for the user to extend or retract the placement device 1, a handle 39 is present as a press-in piece in a cavity at the bottom 38 of the outer tube 17. The handle 39 will facilitate the twisting motion required to loosen the outer tube 17 from the top ring 24, subsequently sliding it down and exposing the middle tube 18 in order to extend and shorten the placement device 1 between its working position and closed position. The protection of the inner system is achieved by using a hard, light-weight material. The integral holes protruding at the bottom of the outer tube 17 are the locations through which the strap loops 33 can be connected. There are two holes at the bottom 38 of the outer tube 17 in which the hooks 27 are connected (not shown) and in which the hooks 27 can rotate. In this embodiment, the retraction mechanism 10 is thus formed by the hooks 27, but other retraction devices are also conceivable.

[0060] Middle tube 18

[0061] Due to the hardness of the material used in the closed position, the middle tube 18 supports the outer tube 17 by providing rigidity. Also, it provides the overall structural integrity together with the top ring 24, especially supporting the pole assembly 20, 21, 22, 23, 28, 29 and the outer tube 17 over the entire length. The bottom of the middle tube 18 is connected to the top of the outer tube 17 by friction to be fixed in place when in the working position. When extending and retracting the pole assembly 20, 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, 36, the screws 28 are guided along the four grooves in the length of the middle tube 18. The inner top end is used to connect the middle tube 18 into the top ring 24 by a thread.

[0062] Inner (storage) tube 19

[0063] The inner tube 19 is the "innermost" tube of the placement device 1. When not in use, the basketball net 2 is open at the top, closed at the bottom and hollow through and is stored inside the inner tube 19. To guide and prevent rotation of the pole assembly ring 20, there are protrusions extending along the length of the inner tube 19. The inner tube 19 is connected into the top ring 24 by a thread.

[0064] Pole assembly 20, 21, 22, 23, 28, 29

[0065] The rod assembly parts 20, 21, 22, 23, 28, 29 together form the moving part of the placing device 1 (and thus the "core" of the extension mechanism 8), the extension rods 22, 23 for shaping and placing the basketball net 2 on the basketball hoop 7.

[0066] Rod assembly ring 20

[0067] The rod assembly ring 20 is at the bottom of the rod assembly 20, 21, 22, 23, 28, 29 and is used to slide and guide the rod assembly up and down. The rod assembly ring 20 fits tightly between the inner tube 19 and the middle tube 18 and is moved by the force of the user. The twelve lower rods 22 are inserted into the twelve holes in the rod assembly ring 20. The rod assembly ring 20 remains vertical due to the friction created by the tight fit around the inner tube 19. Four threaded holes are used to fasten the rod assembly ring 20 to the sliding ring 21 by inserting the four screws 28. To prevent the rod assembly ring 20 from rotating, an anti-rotation slit slides along the protrusion on the inner tube 19.

[0068] Sliding ring 21

[0069] The sliding ring 21 is used to extend and retract the rod assembly 20, 21, 22, 23, 28, 29 up and down by the user grasping the sliding ring 21 with their hand and pushing or pulling it up or down. The sliding ring 21 is connected to the rod assembly ring 20 and is fastened by the four screws 28, which fit through the four holes. The sliding ring 21 is positioned and slides between the outer tube 17 and the middle tube 18. The sliding ring 21 is loosely mounted around the middle tube 18 to allow it to be slid up and down by the user.

[0070] Lower rod 22

[0071] The lower rod 22 is inserted into the rod assembly ring 20, thereby securely fixing it in the working position and the closed position. The hinge point is connected to the upper rod 23, allowing the upper rod 23 to tilt outward to the working position to deploy the basketball net 2 to be placed under the basketball hoop 7. There is a hole in the middle of the hinge point, into which the rod pin 36 is inserted, connecting it to the upper rod 23.

[0072] Upper rod 23

[0073] The upper rod 23 is connected at the bottom end to the top of the lower rod 22 by fitting them together and then inserting the rod pin 36 through the holes and the hole of the lower rod 22. These same holes serve as a hinge around the top end of the lower rod 22 of the rod pin 36. On the top end of the upper rod 23, the metal tip 29 is fixed to the thinner part of the upper rod 23, which is particularly suitable for insertion and serves as a support for the magnetic pouch 31.

[0074] Top ring 24

[0075] The top ring 24 can be considered the central connection point of the placement device 1. In the closed position, the top ring 24 is frictionally connected to the outer tube 17 and holds the outer tube 17 in place. Turning clockwise releases the outer tube 17, allowing the placement device 1 to move freely up and down. In the closed position, the top cover 26 closes the placement device 1 from the top via a foot-operated connection. When the placement device 1 switches between the working and closed positions, the user grips the placement device 1 in the middle of the top ring 24 due to the high-friction surface of the placement device 1. When the user unfolds the upper rod 23 to place the basketball net 2 by twisting the top rotating ring 25, four protrusions and a smooth, loose upper ring are present to guide and simultaneously restrict the rotation of the top rotating ring 25. The inner tube 19 is threaded into the top ring 24. Similarly, the middle tube 18 is threaded into the top ring 24. Furthermore, the top closing ring 30 is connected to the top ring 24 by screwing it in from the top. As the rod assemblies 20, 21, 22, 23, 28, and 29 move up and down, the twelve holes in the top ring 24 guide the upper rod 23. When the rod assemblies 20, 21, 22, 23, 28, and 29 are in their uppermost position, the upper rod 23 pivots freely outward, wherein the top ring 24 accommodates this pivoting by having sufficient space for the outward movement of the upper rod 23. This space is rectangular, wherein the outward movement of the upper rod 23 is restricted to satisfying the maximum outer diameter of the tip of the upper rod 23 corresponding to the diameter of the basketball hoop 7.

[0076] Top rotating ring 25

[0077] The user can rotate the swivel ring 25 via a high-friction surface and built-in finger grip. This allows the upper rod 23, which pivots in a spiral hole, to unfold to optimally match the perimeter of the basketball hoop 7 on which the user wishes to place the basketball net 2. This allows the placement device 1 to be used on any basketball hoop 7 made of magnetic metal, even if their dimensions differ slightly from the standard circumference. Four grooves are present on the inner side of the top swivel ring 25, which restrict rotation and fit onto four protrusions on the top ring 24.

[0078] Top cover 26

[0079] The primary purpose of the top cover 26 is to seal the placement device 1 by covering the top opening. The top cover 26 is securely fixed to the internal components of the placement device 1 by being threaded onto the top ring 24. A protruding fixing device with a hole allowing connection of the strap ring 33 is present on the side of the top cover 26.

[0080] Hook 27

[0081] The main function of the hooks 27 is to retrieve the basketball net 2 by hooking it into the bottom rim of the basketball net 2. The hooks 27 can be rotated by 90 degrees to a storage position or an operational position at the point where they are connected to the bottom 38 of the outer tube 17.

[0082] Screws 28

[0083] The four screws 28 are typically threaded pins that connect the rod assembly ring 20 to the sliding ring 21 by passing through both components at four equally spaced points, thereby securely fixing them together.

[0084] Metal tips 29

[0085] The twelve metal tips 29 are fixed to the top end of the upper rod 23 and are made of metal with magnetism. When in the closed position, the magnetic pouch 31 rests on the metal tips 29 and is held in place by magnetism. When in the working position, the magnetic ball 32 remains connected to the metal tips 29 until the magnetic pouch 31 is held against the steel rim of the basketball hoop 7, the stronger magnetic pull of the basketball hoop 7 will "overcome" the magnetic attraction of the metal tips 29.

[0086] Top closure ring 30

[0087] The top closure ring 30 is connected to the top ring 24 by threading. The wider top of the top closure ring 30 ensures that the top rotating ring 25 is held in place in an axial manner due to its larger diameter cover. Thus, the top rotating ring 25 is still able to perform the required rotation.

[0088] Basketball net 2

[0089] The basketball net 2 is a regular, readily available and replaceable basketball net 2 with twelve top rims 37 that are typically made of nylon. The main purpose of the basketball net 2 is to funnel the basketball for the above-mentioned purpose. The top rims 37 need to suspend the basketball net 2 to the basketball hoop 7 by clamping through the integrated slots around the magnetic pouch 31. Since the basketball net 2 is readily available, it can be easily replaced if it is damaged or lost.

[0090] Magnetic pouch 31 and magnetic ball 32

[0091] Twelve magnetic pockets 31 are the components that magnetically connect the basketball net 2 to the basketball rim 7. By clamping the top hoop 37 of the basketball net 2 into the integrated slot, the basketball net 2 is securely attached to the magnetic pockets 31 for use and storage, but is also removable since the slot has an opening for removing the net top hoop 37. Twelve magnetic balls 32 are held in the twelve magnetic pockets 31 (i.e. a total of 144 balls 32 in the magnetic pockets 31 made of fabric), creating a strong magnetic field that will connect to the basketball rim 7 by a stronger magnetism than the one exerted by the metal tip 29 when held against the basketball rim 7. This will detach the connection with the metal tip 29 when pulling it out of the fitting cavity after placing the basketball net 2 connected to the magnetic pockets 31. There is an opening at the bottom of the magnetic pockets 31 for inserting the metal tips 29, thus holding them loosely in the working position and the closed position.

[0092] Strap loops 33, strap / buckle hooks 34 and strap 35

[0093] Two strap loops 33 are conventional keyrings that are connected to the top cover 26 on one side of the placement device 1 and to the bottom 38 of the outer tube 17 on the other side through integrated holes. The strap loops 33 are also connected to either side of the strap 35 through two strap / buckle hooks 34 that can be connected to and disconnected from the strap loops 33 by the user by hooking and unhooking. The strap 35 can be used for carrying the placement device 1 by hanging it on the user's shoulder. At each end of the strap 35, there is a loop that is permanently connected to the buckle 34.

[0094] Rod pins 36

[0095] Twelve rod pins 36 allow a pivoting movement between the upper rod 23 and the lower rod 22 when operating the placement device 1. When the rod pin 36 goes through-and-through, it is connected by a hole in the bottom of the upper rod 23 and a hole in the top of the lower rod 22. The rod pin 36 is smooth and cylindrical, which allows a pivoting movement when operating the placement device 1.

[0096] List of reference signs

[0097] 1. Device for placing a basketball net

[0098] 2. Basketball net

[0099] 3. Housing

[0100] 4. Storage space

[0101] 5. Removable attachment member

[0102] 6. Lower side of the basketball rim

[0103] 7. Basketball hoop

[0104] 8. Extension mechanism

[0105] 9. Opening in housing

[0106] 10. Retracting mechanism

[0107] 11. Folding mechanism

[0108] 12. Magnet

[0109] 13. Rim hook

[0110] 14. Tubular housing

[0111] 15. Longitudinal end of tubular housing

[0112] 16. Cylindrical storage space

[0113] 17. Outer tube

[0114] 18. Intermediate tube

[0115] 19. Inner tube

[0116] 20. Rod assembly ring

[0117] 21. Slide ring

[0118] 22. Lower rod

[0119] 23. Upper rod

[0120] 24. Top ring

[0121] 25. Top swivel ring

[0122] 26. Top cover

[0123] 27. Hook

[0124] 28. Screw (DIN 913 M4)

[0125] 29. Metal tip

[0126] 30. Top closure ring

[0127] 31. Magnetic pouch

[0128] 32. Magnetic ball

[0129] 33. Strap ring

[0130] 34. Snap hook

[0131] 35. Strap

[0132] 36. Rod pin

[0133] 37. top ring

[0134] 38. bottom of outer tube

[0135] 39. handle

Claims

1. A device (1) for placing a basketball net, comprising: - A housing having a storage space for storing the basketball net, wherein the basketball net is stored in the storage space, the basketball net including a plurality of attachment members for detachably attaching the basketball net to the underside (6) of a basketball hoop (7). - Extension mechanism (8), the extension mechanism (8) is used to extend the basketball net from the storage space through the opening (9) in the housing toward the basketball hoop, so as to detachably attach the plurality of attachment members and the basketball net to the basketball hoop.

2. The apparatus (1) according to claim 1 further includes: - A retraction mechanism (10) for retracting the basketball net (2) from the basketball hoop (7).

3. The apparatus (1) according to claim 1, wherein, The attachment component includes a magnet.

4. The apparatus (1) according to claim 1, wherein, The basketball net (2) is provided with a plurality of edge hooks, wherein the basketball net is configured to be suspended from the edge hooks during use, wherein each of the plurality of attachment members is connected to an edge hook.

5. The apparatus (1) according to claim 1, wherein, The basketball net (2) includes 3 to 20 attachment members, and / or the basketball net (2) includes 3 to 20 edge hooks.

6. The apparatus (1) according to claim 1, wherein, The housing has a tubular shape, wherein the opening (9) in the housing is located at the longitudinal end (15) of the tubular shape.

7. The apparatus (1) according to claim 1, wherein, The storage space has a cylindrical shape (16).

8. The apparatus (1) according to claim 1, wherein, The extension mechanism (8) is configured to operate as a folding mechanism (11) for folding the basketball net (2) into the storage space through the opening (9) in the housing.

9. A method for attaching a basketball net (2) to the underside (6) of a basketball hoop (7) and / or removing the basketball net from the underside of the basketball hoop using the apparatus (1) according to claim 2, comprising the following steps: - The basketball net is extended from the storage space through the opening (9) in the housing toward the basketball hoop using the extension mechanism (8) so that the plurality of attachment members and the basketball net can be detachably attached to the basketball hoop.

10. The method of claim 9, further comprising the step of: - The basketball net (2) is retrieved from the basketball hoop (7) using the retraction mechanism (10).

11. The method according to claim 9 or 10, further comprising the step of: - The extension mechanism (8) is operated as a folding mechanism (11) to fold the basketball net (2) into the storage space through the opening (9) in the housing.

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