Basketball hoop equipment

Abstract

Embodiments of the present invention relate to a basketball hoop apparatus (100) comprising: a backboard (120) arranged along a longitudinal line (L); a basketball hoop (110) includes a first end portion (111) and a second end portion (112). The first end portion (111) and the second end portion (112) are spaced apart from each other by a separation distance (DS) along the longitudinal line (L) such that the basketball hoop (110) forms a spring. The basketball hoop apparatus further includes a bracket (130) fixedly attached to the backboard (120) and configured to receive the first and second end portions (111, 112) of the basketball hoop (110) at a separation distance (DS). The spring is configured to flexibly tilt the basketball hoop (110) along an arc alpha with respect to the longitudinal line (L). The embodiment of the invention also relates to a trampoline system (200). The trampoline system comprises the basketball hoop device (100).

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure generally relates to a basketball hoop device suitable for use in various sports activity systems. In particular, embodiments of the invention relate to a basketball hoop device for trampoline activity systems, aiming to avoid accidents caused by an overly rigid basketball hoop device. Background Technology

[0002] Basketball hoops or basketball hoop equipment are frequently used in various sports activities, such as regular basketball systems, collapsible basketball systems, pool basketball systems, and trampoline basketball systems. Each of these examples may be subject to government and private safety regulations designed to reduce the risk of injury to users (primarily young children or teenagers, but also adults) when using, for example, a trampoline basketball system.

[0003] It is well known in the art that basketball hoop equipment used in trampoline systems needs to be manufactured with flexibility to prevent users from damaging the hoop or injuring themselves. Conventional basketball hoop equipment used in regular basketball tends to have a certain degree of flexibility, ensuring that users, or even NBA players, do not injure themselves or damage the hoop, backboard, or any other part of the basketball system. However, safety regulations are even stricter for basketball hoop equipment used in trampolines. Therefore, within the context of stringent regulations in the trampoline industry, a conventional basketball hoop can be considered a fixed or static basketball hoop.

[0004] If conventional basketball hoop equipment is applied to a trampoline system, users face an extremely high risk of injury when they come into contact with the basketball hoop in an uncontrolled manner. For example, if a user accidentally jumps into the basketball hoop using the trampoline, or if a user attempts to dunk the ball into the basketball hoop, the user may get limbs (such as fingers or head) stuck in the basketball hoop.

[0005] It is known in the art that a basketball hoop in a trampoline system can be directly attached to the safety net surrounding the trampoline, supported by multiple protective bars, or directly attached to the multiple protective bars, or attached to both the safety net and the multiple protective bars. Such systems are described, for example, in U.S. Patent No. 9,084,908, published July 21, 2015, or Chinese Patent No. 222110860, published December 6, 2024. Such systems described in the art utilize the flexibility of the safety net and, possibly, the protective bars, to create a flexural effect in the basketball hoop assembly, thereby providing a safer trampoline basketball hoop system. However, such solutions are prone to wear and tear on the safety net and multiple net bars, which over time diminish the initial purpose of the safety net and the associated protective bars (i.e., preventing the user from accidentally jumping out of the trampoline system).

[0006] Furthermore, such systems described in the prior art tend to rely on the relatively uncontrolled flexible movement of the safety net and multiple protective bars. Therefore, for example, if a user intends to dunk a basketball, there is a risk that the protective bars may flex excessively, potentially moving into the trampoline area and thus potentially causing injury to (multiple) users.

[0007] Therefore, there is a need for an improved basketball hoop device that allows for safer, less strenuous, and more reliable use in combination with systems used in sports activities, such as trampolines. Summary of the Invention

[0008] Embodiments of the present invention provide a basketball hoop device for use in sports activities, the basketball hoop device comprising: a backboard arranged along a longitudinal line; and a basketball hoop including a first end portion and a second end portion. The first end portion and the second end portion are spaced apart from each other along the longitudinal line by a separation distance, such that the basketball hoop forms a spring. The basketball hoop device further includes a support fixedly attached to the backboard and configured to receive the first end portion and the second end portion of the basketball hoop at the separation distance. The spring is configured to flexibly tilt the basketball hoop along an arc α relative to the longitudinal line.

[0009] Embodiments of the present invention also provide a trampoline activity system including a basketball hoop device, and further including a trampoline, a trampoline safety net, and a plurality of protective bars configured to hold the trampoline safety net. The basketball hoop device is attached to one of the protective bars. Attached Figure Description

[0010] The disclosed embodiments have other advantages and features that will become more apparent from the specific embodiments, the appended claims, and the accompanying drawings. A brief description of the drawings follows.

[0011] Figure 1 A perspective view of a basketball hoop device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0012] Figure 2a A front view of a basketball hoop device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0013] Figure 2b A rear view of a basketball hoop 110 according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0014] Figure 2c A side view of a basketball hoop 110 according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0015] Figure 3a A side view of a basketball hoop device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0016] Figure 3b A front view of a bracket 130 according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0017] Figure 3c A side view of an embodiment of the bracket 130 according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0018] Figure 3d A side view of an alternative embodiment of the bracket 330 according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0019] Figure 4a This is a perspective view of the support 130 in an open state according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0020] Figure 4b It is a 3D view of the bracket 130 attached to the backboard 131, in which the bracket is in a closed state and a bracket cover is installed on it.

[0021] Figure 5a This is a perspective snapshot of a basketball hoop device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention, showing how the basketball hoop 110 can flex along an arc α by a spring formed by the basketball hoop. In the specific snapshot shown, the angle θ between the basketball hoop and the longitudinal line L is 45°.

[0022] Figure 5b This is a perspective snapshot of a basketball hoop device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention, showing how the basketball hoop 110 can flex along an arc α by a spring formed by the basketball hoop. In the specific snapshot shown, the angle θ between the basketball hoop and the longitudinal line L is 90°.

[0023] Figure 5c This is a perspective snapshot of a basketball hoop device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention, showing how the basketball hoop 110 can flex along an arc α by a spring formed by the basketball hoop. In the specific position shown, the angle θ between the basketball hoop and the longitudinal line L is 135°.

[0024] Figure 6a This is a front perspective view of a basketball hoop device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 6b A top view of a clamp 143, which can be operated in conjunction with a basketball hoop device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention, is shown.

[0026] Figure 7a This is a side view of a basketball hoop device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention, wherein the telescopic rod 140 is in the retracted position.

[0027] Figure 7bThis is a side view of a basketball hoop device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention, wherein the telescopic rod 140 is in the extended position.

[0028] Figure 8a A trampoline activity system 200 according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0029] Figure 8b An embodiment of a trampoline activity system 200 according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0030] Figure 9a A top view of a basketball hoop 110 according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0031] Figure 9b A side view of a basketball hoop 110 according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0032] Figure 10a A front view of a basketball hoop 110 mounted on a backboard 120 according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0033] Figure 10b A side view of a basketball hoop 110 according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0034] The accompanying drawings illustrate various embodiments of the invention for illustrative purposes only. Those skilled in the art will readily recognize from the following discussion that alternative embodiments of the structures and methods shown herein may be employed without departing from the principles described herein. Detailed Implementation

[0035] The accompanying drawings (Figures) and the following description refer to preferred embodiments only by way of illustration. It should be noted that, from the following discussion, alternative embodiments of the structures and methods disclosed herein will be readily considered as feasible alternatives that can be employed without departing from the claimed principles.

[0036] Reference will now be made in detail to several embodiments, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. It is worth noting that similar or identical reference numerals may be used in the drawings whenever feasible, and similar or identical reference numerals may indicate similar or identical functions. The drawings depict embodiments of the disclosed system (or method) for illustrative purposes only. Those skilled in the art will readily recognize from the following description that alternative embodiments of the structures and methods shown herein may be employed without departing from the principles described herein.

[0037] Basketball hoop equipment used in sports activities

[0038] Figure 1A perspective view shows an exemplary embodiment of a basketball hoop device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention. The basketball hoop device 100 includes a backboard 120 and a basketball hoop 110 arranged along a longitudinal line L. The basketball hoop includes a first end portion 111 and a second end portion 112. The first end portion 111 and the second end portion 112 are separated from each other by a separation distance D along the longitudinal line L. S ( Figure 2a As shown), this causes the basketball hoop 110 to form a spring. The following will be explained in other accompanying drawings (e.g., Figure 2a The separation distance D is shown in detail in the diagram. S .

[0039] The basketball hoop assembly 100 further includes a support 130, which is fixedly attached to the backboard 120 and configured to separate distances D. S The first end portion 111 and the second end portion 112 of the basketball hoop 110 are received. Separation distance D S The diameter can range from 15 mm to 90 mm, more preferably from 30 mm to 50 mm, and most preferably 40 mm. Figure 1 In the illustrated embodiment, the basketball hoop device 100 also includes a bracket cover 131. The bracket cover 131 is secured by fasteners (e.g., four fasteners). Figure 2a The fasteners (as shown) are securely attached to the cover 130, and these fasteners are received through fastening holes 135 (e.g., four fastening holes) in the cover 131. Those skilled in the art will recognize that the invention is not limited to the exact number of four fasteners and fastening holes 135. Embodiments of the invention may include a plurality of fasteners and fastening holes, such that the cover 131 is secured to the bracket 130 with appropriate force. A first end portion 111 and a second end portion 112 of the basketball hoop 110 engage between the holder bracket 130 and the bracket cover 131, such that the basketball hoop 110 is mounted to the bracket 130.

[0040] In some embodiments of the basketball hoop assembly 100, the cover 131 can be attached to the bracket 130 by means of self-tapping screws or machine-tapping screws from the rear side of the bracket 130. Such embodiments are advantageous because they can improve the visual appearance and aesthetics of the basketball hoop assembly 100.

[0041] Another aspect of the cover 131 is that it can be made at least partially of a rubber material or other flexible material. More specifically, the front portion of the cover 131 away from the backboard 120 may include a rubber material or a flexible material. In this way, the front portion of the cover 131 can be designed for greater safety with respect to the basketball hoop device 100, as this reduces the risk of injury to the user from uncontrolled contact with the cover 131.

[0042] The spring formed by the basketball hoop 110 is configured to allow the basketball hoop 110 to tilt flexibly along an arc α relative to the longitudinal line L, such as... Figure 5a This will be further illustrated in other accompanying figures (e.g.) Figure 5a The diagram shows in detail the arc α relative to the longitudinal line L and the flexible tilt of the basketball hoop 110.

[0043] The diameter D of a basketball hoop is 110. H The diameter is in the range of 200 mm to 500 mm, more preferably 230 mm to 460 mm, and most preferably 260 mm. When designing the basketball hoop device 100, the diameter D should also be considered. H For example, a larger diameter D H This will make the basketball hoop 110 heavier, which may require adjustments to other components of the basketball hoop assembly 100, such as making the basketball hoop 110 form a stiffer spring.

[0044] According to an embodiment of the present invention, Figure 1 The basketball hoop device 100 shown may also include a telescopic arrangement 140. The backboard 120 is attached to the first part 141 of the telescopic arrangement 140. Figure 1 Only a portion of the first portion 141 is shown in the accompanying drawings; more detailed views of the first portion 141 will be given in other drawings below. Additionally, two clamps 143 and 144 are attached to the second portion 142 of the telescopic arrangement 140. The clamps 143 and 144 are configured to be removably attached to the second portion 142 of the telescopic arrangement 140. Those skilled in the art will recognize that the invention can include a different number of clamps; for example, it is conceivable that embodiments of the invention may include three clamps to ensure additional stability of the telescopic arrangement 140, or even four clamps, etc. The basketball hoop device 100 may also include only one clamp 143. In such embodiments, other attachment devices removably attached to the telescopic arrangement 140 may also be present. Such embodiments are not shown in the accompanying drawings; however, those skilled in the art will readily appreciate that such embodiments are conceivable.

[0045] At least one of the clamps 143, 144 has a first retainer 145 configured to attach to the second portion 142 of the telescopic arrangement 140 and a first retainer 145 configured to attach to the guard bar 212. Figure 1 The second retainer 146 (not shown in the figures) is configured to be at least partially open in the installed state. The first retainer 145 and the second retainer 146 will be shown in detail in other figures below.

[0046] Now go to Figure 2aThe image shows a detailed view of a portion of a basketball hoop assembly 100. The basketball hoop 110 is engaged (e.g., held) by a bracket 130 at each of its first end 111 and second end 112. The bracket 130 includes two recesses 132, 133 (e.g., in...). Figure 3b As shown in the diagram, either the first end portion 111 or the second end portion 112 is received by one of the recesses. Furthermore, according to an embodiment of the invention, the bracket 130 is securely attached to the backboard 120 by four fasteners 136 received by fastening holes 135. The first end portion 111 and the second end portion 112 of the basketball hoop 110 are separated by a distance D. S The separation allows the basketball hoop 110 to form a spring.

[0047] In the field of flexible springs, engineers often rely on Hooke's law when defining the physical properties of flexible springs. Below, using Hooke's law and the equation for the torque applied to a basketball hoop 110, the equation for the spring constant will be derived.

[0048] Hooke's Law is defined as:

[0049] (1): , where k is the spring constant and x is the displacement from the equilibrium position.

[0050] Hooke's Law is essentially the spring force F required to stretch or compress a spring a certain distance x. S It has a linear relationship with this distance.

[0051] The torque applied to a spring when it flexes is defined as:

[0052]

[0053] Since a spring behaves as a torsional elastic element that obeys Hooke's Law, torque can also be defined as:

[0054]

[0055] Combining (2) and (3), we obtain the spring force F. S The equation:

[0056] , where r H It is the radius of the basketball hoop, which is 110. In practice, r H It will be the radius of the basketball hoop 110 plus the offset caused by the bracket retainer 130 protruding from the backboard 120.

[0057] Furthermore, due to the spring force F SThe measurement is tangential to the basketball hoop 110, and the basketball hoop 110 deflects upwards and downwards along the arc α, thus adding a corrected sine function to equation (4). Therefore, the spring force F S The corrected equation is:

[0058]

[0059] As previously explained, the basketball hoop 110 is aligned with arc α ( Figure 5a (As shown) The spring force F required for deflection S It also depends proportionally on the separating distance D S Separation distance D S This can be expressed as the preload F of the spring. S (0). Considering the separation distance D S The resulting pretension F S (0), thus obtaining the spring force F. S The final equation:

[0060]

[0061] From (6), the expression for the spring constant k can be derived:

[0062]

[0063] Therefore, according to equations (6) and (7), the inherent spring constant k can be adjusted by adapting different characteristics of the basketball hoop 110. For example, the material of the basketball hoop 110 can have different stiffness, flexural strength, or elasticity. Furthermore, the diameter D of the basketball hoop 110... H Shapes can be designed in different ways, resulting in different r H The basketball hoop 110 can be designed with different profile thicknesses T. P (like Figure 2b (As shown). All of the above factors can change the spring constant k and cause the spring to flex along the arc α to a certain angle. Required spring force F S Those skilled in the art will also recognize that the basketball hoop 110 has many other characteristics that can be adapted to adjust the spring constant k.

[0064] It should be noted that the above adaptations to Hooke's Law and torque are simplified exemplary applications of equations contained in the art, intended to supplement the explanatory description of the working principle of the basketball hoop device 100.

[0065] In addition, Figure 2a As can be seen, the basketball hoop 110 is slightly tilted upwards along the longitudinal direction L, which is, for example... Figure 3aThe slight upward tilt will be more pronounced in the middle. This slight upward tilt will be referred to hereinafter as the rest tilt angle. By designing the basketball hoop assembly 100 such that the basketball hoop 110 has an upward rest tilt angle in its rest position, the sag or sinking of the basketball hoop 110 along the longitudinal line L due to wear and tear of the springs over time and frequent use of the basketball hoop assembly 100 is counteracted. In the context of the embodiments of the invention described herein, the term "rest position" is intended to mean the position of the basketball hoop 110 during a period of time when it is not subjected to any force in a substantially upward or downward direction along the longitudinal line L. The rest tilt angle can range from 0° to 14°, more preferably 6°. Figures 3a to 3c Describe in detail the characteristics that cause a stationary tilt angle in a static position.

[0066] Figure 2b A rear view of an exemplary embodiment of a basketball hoop 110 according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown. Embodiments of the basketball hoop 110 may have a profile thickness T ranging from 5 mm to 15 mm, more preferably from 7 mm to 13 mm, and most preferably 10 mm. P As discussed above, the profile thickness T P This can affect the inherent spring constant k of the basketball hoop 110. However, the profile thickness T P It can also be related to the wear, tear, elastic limit, and other characteristics of the basketball hoop 110. Figure 2b In the middle, the overall profile thickness is determined by T p Instructions. However, technicians can conceive that the basketball hoop 110 could be designed to have a profile thickness T exceeding the range given in the examples above. P .

[0067] The lengths of the first end portion 111 and the second end portion 112 are each L. end Indication. The length L of the first end portion 111 and the second end portion 112. end This can enhance the stability and robustness of the basketball hoop device 100. It should also be mentioned that the first end portion 111 and the second end portion 112 can have different lengths L. end Regarding Figure 3b These aspects of embodiments of the invention will be discussed further.

[0068] The separation distance D is indicated between the first end portion 111 and the second end portion 112 of the basketball hoop 110. S Furthermore, in some embodiments of the basketball hoop device 100, it is conceivable that at least one of the first end portion 111 and the second end portion 112 may include a first inclined portion 113 or a second inclined portion 114. Figures 2b to 2cIn the diagram, the inclination of the first inclined portion 113 and the second inclined portion 114 is indicated by β, and the inclination length is indicated by L. i Instructions. In Figure 2b In one embodiment, the first end portion 111 includes a first inclined portion 113, and the second end portion 112 includes a second inclined portion 114. However, it is conceivable, for example, that only the first end portion 111 includes the first inclined portion 113, while the second end portion 112 does not have the second inclined portion 114. In such an embodiment, the characterizing feature of the first inclined portion 113, namely the inclined length L of the first inclined portion 113... i and tilt β ( Figure 2b (As shown) can be designed such that the spring mimics the characteristics of a spring formed by an embodiment of the invention including both the first inclined portion 113 and the second inclined portion 114. In other words, compared to an embodiment of the basketball hoop device 100 including two inclined portions, in an embodiment of the basketball hoop device 100 including only one inclined portion, regardless of whether the inclined portion is the first inclined portion 113 or the second inclined portion 114, the inclination angle β is likely to be smaller and / or the inclination length L is likely to be smaller. i Longer. This way, even if the basketball hoop device 100 only includes one inclined section, the spring can maintain essentially the same properties.

[0069] In addition to the above description, when designing the basketball hoop 110, the separation distance D can be adjusted by adapting the characteristics of the first inclined portion 113 and the second inclined portion 114. S For example, the inclination length L of each of the first inclined portion 113 and the second inclined portion 114 i This will affect the separation distance D. S The longer first inclined portion 113 and second inclined portion 114 will produce a larger separation distance D. S The shorter first inclined portion 113 and the second inclined portion 114 will produce a smaller separation distance D. S Furthermore, the inclination β of the first inclined portion 113 and the second inclined portion 114 may also affect the separation distance D. S The smaller inclination β of the first inclined portion 113 and the second inclined portion 114 will produce a larger separation distance D. S The larger inclination β of the first inclined portion 113 and the second inclined portion 114 will produce a smaller separation distance D. S .

[0070] When observed carefully Figures 2b to 2c When viewing the rear and side views of the basketball hoop 110, the inclination β and inclination length L of the first inclined portion 113 and the second inclined portion 114 can be easily understood. i Influence on the separation distance DS Two examples.

[0071] Figure 3a A side view of a portion of the basketball hoop assembly 100 is shown, which further illustrates the feature that causes an upward resting angle in the resting position. The bracket 130 includes at least two recesses 132, 133 for receiving either a first end portion 111 or a second end portion 112. Figure 3a In the illustrated embodiment, the bracket 130 includes two recesses 132 and 133. Each of the two recesses 132 and 133 has a recess depth G perpendicular to the longitudinal line L. Up G Low In this particular embodiment, the groove depth G is defined as the length from the front of the grooves 132 and 133 to the rear side of the bracket 130, and... Figure 3a and Figure 3c The middle indicator. Upper groove depth G Up Shorter than the depth of the lower groove G Low This causes an upward resting angle of the basketball hoop 110 in its resting position. Technicians recognized that the depth G of each groove could be adjusted during the design of the basketball hoop 110 assembly prior to manufacturing to adjust the relationship between the two, thereby indirectly adjusting the resting angle of the basketball hoop 110 in its resting position.

[0072] Figure 3b A front view of a bracket 130 according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown. Figure 3b The text indicates each of the two recesses 132 and 133. It also indicates the separation distance D between the two recesses 132 and 133. S . Figure 3b The separation distance D indicated in the middle S It should preferably be with Figures 2a to 2c The dividing distance D indicated on the basketball hoop 110 S This consistency allows the basketball hoop 110 to be fitted into the bracket 130. It is conceivable that in other embodiments, the bracket 130 may include more than two recesses. For example, such an embodiment including more than two recesses can be designed to accommodate objects with different spacing distances D. S The basketball hoop 110 is compatible with several basketball hoops 110. Therefore, consumers can own more than one basketball hoop 110, so that, for example, as a toddler or teenager grows up, the current basketball hoop 110 can be replaced with a subsequent basketball hoop 110 that has features more suitable for older toddlers or teenagers.

[0073] refer to Figure 3c An exemplary embodiment of the bracket 130 is shown in a side view. Here, the groove depth G of the upper groove and the lower groove are respectively represented by G... Up and G LowIn this particular embodiment, the groove depth G is defined as the length from the front of the grooves 132 and 133 to the end of the bracket 130. Figure 3c As shown, G Up Less than G Low Furthermore, it can be conceivable that when designing the bracket 130 before manufacturing the bracket 130, G could be adjusted. Up With G Low The relationship between these factors allows for the adjustment of the static tilt angle of the basketball hoop 110. Those skilled in the art will recognize that in determining G... Up and G Low When determining the depth, many parameters need to be considered, such as the stiffness of the basketball hoop, the size of the basketball hoop, and the material of the basketball hoop, in order to achieve the optimal static tilt angle.

[0074] Grooves 132 and 133 are further defined by groove length L G Limitations, such as Figure 3b As shown. Groove length L G The groove length can range from 30 mm to 200 mm, more preferably 40 mm to 150 mm, and most preferably 50 mm to 100 mm. Typically, the groove length L G The grooves are adapted to allow the first end portion 111 and the second end portion 112 of the basketball hoop 110 to be received by the grooves 132 and 133. Undoubtedly, the length L of the groove... G This may affect the robustness of the basketball hoop assembly 100. This is because the contact surfaces between the grooves 132, 133 and the first end 111 and second end 112 of the basketball hoop 110 depend on the groove length L. G Therefore, the grooves 132 and 133 can be designed to be the same length L as the first end portion 111 and the second end portion 112 of the basketball hoop 110. end Matching. Groove length L G The length can be in the range of 30 mm to 200 mm, and is most preferably 60 mm. Therefore, as already mentioned, the length L of the first end portion 111 and the second end portion 112... end They can be within the same range.

[0075] However, as already mentioned, each length L of the first end portion 111 and the second end portion 112 end They can be different, such that the first end portion 111 has a first length L. end1 And the second end portion 112 has a second length L end2 In such an embodiment, grooves 132 and 133 may also have different groove lengths L. G Such that, for example, the upper groove 132 has a first length L with the first end portion 111. end1Matching groove length L GU The lower groove 133 has a second length L with the second end portion 112. end2 Matching groove length L GL An advantage of this embodiment is that the first end portion 111 and the second end portion 112 have different lengths L. G The basketball hoop 110 can offer a design that is easier to manufacture.

[0076] It is also conceivable that in other embodiments, the recesses 132, 133 may each be configured to receive an insert. Such an insert is configured to change the recess depth G of each respective recess 132, 133. In this way, a consumer can change the rest angle of the basketball hoop device 100 by inserting or removing an insert from each respective recess 132, 133.

[0077] It is conceivable that the insert used to achieve the above-mentioned purpose could be an insert having a generally elliptical shape and including a non-central hole configured to receive either the first end portion 111 or the second end portion 112 of the basketball hoop 110. The elliptical shape of the insert allows it to fit into each of the recesses 132, 133. The non-central hole can be arranged adjacent to the first edge of the elliptical insert. Thus, the insert can be inserted into either of the recesses 132, 133 in two ways. For example, the insert can be inserted such that the first edge faces the bottom of the recesses 132, 133, and therefore the non-central hole will be adjacent to the bottom of the recesses 132, 133. Another possibility is that the insert can be inserted such that the first edge faces the cover 131, and therefore the non-central hole will be adjacent to the top of the recesses 132, 133. In this way, the user can change the positioning of the first end portion 111 or the second end portion 112 of the basketball hoop 110 in the recesses 132, 133. Therefore, the static tilt angle of the basketball hoop 110 can be adjusted by changing the position of either the first end portion 111 or the second end portion 112 in either of the grooves 132 or 133.

[0078] Figure 3d A side view of another embodiment of the bracket 330 according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown. In this particular embodiment, the groove depth G is [not specified] compared to the first embodiment presented in the preceding figures. Up G Low It is defined differently. Here, the groove depth G Up G Low It is defined by the length from the front of the groove to the bottom of the groove. In practice, this means the groove depth G of the first groove 132. Up The groove depth G is greater than that of the second groove 133. LowTherefore, through the difference in groove depth between the first groove 132 and the second groove 133, the basketball hoop 110 can have a stationary tilt angle in its rest position, as previously discussed.

[0079] It should also be mentioned that any embodiment of the bracket 130 can be arranged in any of the following ways:

[0080] a) Positioned on the front side of the backboard at 120 degrees, or

[0081] b) Positioned on the back of the backboard at 120 degrees, or

[0082] c) Integrated as part of the backboard 120.

[0083] Option a) has been discussed in conjunction with the preceding figures. However, option b) could be an advantageous embodiment of the basketball hoop device 100 because it provides a support 130 on the rear side of the backboard 120. This results in fewer components on the front side of the backboard 120. This can be advantageous because undesirable interactions between the basketball and such components can be avoided. For the same reasons as option b), option c) is advantageous, and further, the basketball hoop device 100 has fewer components on the rear side of the backboard 120. This would, for example, provide a simplified design for attaching the rear side of the backboard 120 to the second telescopic portion 141 of the telescopic arrangement 140.

[0084] Figure 4a and Figure 4b Each figure shows a perspective view of a bracket 130 attached to a backboard 120 according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 4a In the diagram, the bracket is shown in an open state, meaning that the bracket 130 can receive the first end portion 111 and the second end portion 112 of the basketball hoop 110 in each of the recesses 131, 132. Conversely, Figure 4b The bracket 130 is shown in a closed state, meaning that the bracket cover 131, configured to be fixedly attached to the bracket 130, is secured to the bracket 130. Thus, with the basketball hoop assembly 100 in the closed state with the bracket cover 131 fixedly attached to the bracket 130, the first end portion 111 and the second end portion 112 of the basketball hoop 110 engage between the retainer bracket 130 and the bracket cover 131. The bracket cover 131 is fixedly attached to the bracket 130 by means of four fasteners 136 received through four fastener holes 135. For illustrative purposes, the basketball hoop 110 is not shown in the picture. Figure 3b As shown in, but in, for example Figure 1 , Figure 2a , Figure 3a and Figures 5a to 5c The image shows the engagement of the basketball hoop 110 between the holder bracket 130 and the bracket cover 131.

[0085] Now go to Figures 5a to 5c These figures illustrate a basketball hoop device 100 and further demonstrate how the basketball hoop device 100 can achieve a safer basketball hoop device compared to existing technologies. As already described, the basketball hoop 110 forms a spring that can flex along an arc α relative to the longitudinal line L. The arc α ranges from 0° to 180° relative to the longitudinal line L. Furthermore, the position of the basketball hoop 110 along the arc α in a snapshot is indicated by an angle θ.

[0086] The basketball hoop 110 can be located in different positions θ a θ b θ c (Each position in) Figure 5a , Figure 5b and Figure 5c (indicated by the middle), or located at angle θ a θ b θ c Between. Therefore, those skilled in the art will realize that θ a θ b θ c These are just example positions of the basketball hoop 110 along arc α in a snapshot. Therefore, θ can be any angle between 0° and 180°.

[0087] Furthermore, as discussed, the basketball hoop assembly 100 typically has a rest position, which is the position of the basketball hoop 110 when it is not subjected to any force in a substantially upward or downward direction along the longitudinal line L. A typical rest position is when the rest angle (i.e., θ) is substantially 90° (e.g., ...). Figure 5b When the angle is less than 90° (e.g., 84°) or less than 90°. In any case, in some embodiments, the basketball hoop 110 may have a stationary tilt angle (already referred to) Figure 3a (As discussed), the resting tilt angle is only slightly upward along the arc α, and this resting tilt angle is designed to prevent the basketball hoop 110 from sagging or sinking along the arc α.

[0088] refer to Figure 5a This shows the basketball hoop 110 at θ. a A snapshot at approximately 135°. The basketball hoop 110 is subjected to a downward force along the longitudinal line L, typically generated by, for example, a young man performing a spectacular dunk. The downward force exerted by the young man on the basketball hoop 110 forces the basketball hoop 110 to flex in the downward direction along the arc α.

[0089] exist Figure 5a In the snapshot shown, potential energy has been stored within the spring formed by the basketball hoop 110. Those skilled in the art will know that the elastic potential energy typically stored in a stretched or compressed object (such as a spring) follows the formula:

[0090] , where k is the spring constant and x is the displacement from equilibrium. In this case, equilibrium is Figure 5b The static position is shown. Furthermore, using common trigonometric functions well-known to those skilled in the art, the potential energy at the point on the basketball hoop 110 opposite the support 130 can be expressed by the following equation:

[0091] , where D H It is the diameter of a basketball hoop, 110.

[0092] At the moment the user (typically a young person) releases the basketball hoop 110, the elastic potential energy PE is converted into kinetic energy, and the basketball hoop 110 begins to flex upwards along the arc α, causing the basketball hoop 110 to... Figure 5a The position in the middle changed to Figure 5b The position within the frame. Typically, in this situation as described above, the released elastic potential energy is quite large, such that the basketball hoop 110 will continue to flex, exceeding... Figure 5b The location shown. Therefore, Figure 5c The diagram shows the inflection point where the released elastic potential energy is exhausted, or in other words, the inflection point where the basketball hoop 110 stops flexing upwards along arc α. Conversely, the basketball hoop 110... Figure 5c The position shown begins to bend downwards along arc α. Typically, due to this described situation, the basketball hoop 110... Figure 5b It flexes upward and downward several times along the arc α before reaching equilibrium at its rest position.

[0093] In view of the above, there are conventional basketball hoops in the prior art suitable for trampolines, in which the basketball hoop flexes in a manner similar to the basketball hoop device 100 described herein. However, such conventional basketball hoops have several drawbacks, as they can only flex in the downward direction along an arc α. Furthermore, the flexibility of such basketball hoops in the prior art is achieved by combining multiple small, advanced springs, which makes the basketball hoop itself difficult to manufacture and prone to breakage during use.

[0094] Another drawback of conventional basketball hoops is that, in a conventional design, the hoop includes a spring and a stop bar. This type of hoop is held against the stop bar by the spring, preventing it from flexing upwards along the curve α. In other words, this conventional basketball hoop may not be positioned along the curve α at an angle θ less than 90 degrees relative to the longitudinal line L. Therefore, when a user, for example, slams the basketball into a conventional basketball hoop 110, the hoop 110 first flexes downwards, then upwards, until the angle θ between the hoop and the longitudinal line L is approximately 90 degrees. At this point, the hoop strikes the stop bar, and the stop bar immediately stops the flexing movement, making the attenuation of the flexing movement sudden or instantaneous. This sudden or instantaneous cessation of the flexing movement of a conventional basketball hoop makes the design prone to breakage and poses a risk of pinching the user's fingers or hands during use.

[0095] Furthermore, the basketball hoop device 100 may also include a damping unit configured to dampen the flexure of the basketball hoop device 100 along an arc α. The damping or attenuation of the flexure of the basketball hoop device 100 is performed by absorbing the potential energy released by the conditions described above. For this purpose, the damping unit includes an absorbing portion configured to absorb the potential energy. The absorbing portion may be based at least on rubber, silicone, fluid, pressurized air, or a combination thereof. Those skilled in the art will also recognize that other elements not mentioned herein but commonly used in the field of damping units may also be utilized.

[0096] Figure 6a A front perspective view of a basketball hoop device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown. Figure 6a The basketball hoop device 100 shown includes a basketball hoop assembly with... Figure 1 The basketball hoop device 100 shown has substantially the same parts and features. However, when viewed from the front, the basketball hoop device 100 highlights the feature of the second retainer 146 of the clamps 143, 144.

[0097] Each of the two clamps 143 and 144 has Figure 6b The first retainer 145 and the second retainer 146 are shown. The first retainer is configured to be attached to the second portion 142 of the telescopic arrangement 140, and the second retainer is configured to be attached to the guard rod 212. Figures 6a to 6b (Not shown in the image). In this installation state, with clamps 143 and 144 attached to the protective rod 212, the second retainer 146 is at least partially open. Figure 6a In the image, clamps 143 and 144 are seen to be in the installation state. Figure 6a The protective rod is not shown in the diagram because it is for illustrative purposes only. Therefore, if in Figure 6aA close inspection of the second retainer 146 reveals that it is partially open. In other words, in the installed state, the second retainer 146 only partially encloses the guard post. This is particularly advantageous because the basketball hoop assembly 100 can be applied to guard posts 212 known in the art, which are configured to be attached to the safety net in several different ways. For example, some guard posts 212 are configured to be attached to the net at the top and bottom, while others are configured to be attached to the net at multiple points along the extension of the guard post 212, and still others are configured to be attached to the net by means of sewing the net into a slot extending along the entire extension of the guard post 212. Therefore, the clamps 143, 144 including the second retainer 146 are compatible with a wide variety of guard posts and nets with different configurations. (Reference) Figure 6b From the top view, clamp 143 is seen. It can be seen that the first retainer 145 includes a first contact portion 149a and a second contact portion 149b. The first retainer 145 can enclose the first telescopic portion 142 of the telescopic arrangement 140 by the first contact portion 149a and the second contact portion 149b respectively contacting the first telescopic portion 142 of the telescopic arrangement 140. Furthermore, the second retainer 146 is designed such that the first peripheral portion 147 and the second peripheral portion 148 of the second retainer 146 are arranged to have a gap G between them. R The second retainer 146 is designed such that when the second retainer 146 is in the installed state, the gap G R Greater than zero. In other words, in the installed state, the second retainer 146 will only partially enclose the protective rod ( Figure 6b (Not shown in the image).

[0098] For clarity, each of clamps 143 and 144 is configured to be removably attached to the first telescopic portion 142 of the telescopic arrangement 140. Furthermore, each of clamps 143 and 144 is also configured to be removably attached to the protective bar 212 of the trampoline 200 (e.g., Figure 8a (As shown). In some embodiments, a clamp 143 may be removably attached to a first telescopic portion 142 of the telescopic arrangement 140 by means of, for example, screws, while a second clamp 144 may be removably attached to the first telescopic portion 142 of the telescopic arrangement 140 by means of a first retainer 145. In such an embodiment, the second clamp 144 can be easily moved along the first telescopic portion 142 of the telescopic arrangement 140, allowing adjustment of the fixing point between the telescopic arrangement 140 and the guard rod 212.

[0099] Now go to Figure 7a and Figure 7bEach figure shows a side view of an embodiment of the basketball hoop device 100, which has substantially the same parts and features as described in the figures above. However, both figures provide detailed views of the telescopic pole 140. In some embodiments, the basketball hoop device 100 may further include a telescopic arrangement 140, such as... Figure 7a and Figure 7b As shown. In such an embodiment, the backboard 120 is attached to a first telescopic portion 141 of a telescopic arrangement 140. The telescopic arrangement 140 has a second telescopic portion 142 arranged substantially along a longitudinal line L. The first telescopic portion 141 and the second telescopic portion 142 are fixedly attached to each other such that an angle δ exists between them. Furthermore, the first telescopic portion 141 is configured to be in a retracted state, an extended state, or an intermediate state between the retracted and extended states. Figure 7a In the diagram, the first telescopic portion 141 is shown in a retracted state, such that the length of the first telescopic portion 141 is reduced from L... PR Instructions. Conversely, in Figure 7b In the middle, the first telescopic part 141 is in the extended state, so that the length of the first telescopic part 141 is changed from L PE Indication. It is clear from these two diagrams that L... PR Less than L PE It is also conceivable that the first telescopic portion 141 could be within a length L. PI Between length L PR With length L PE The intermediate state between.

[0100] The advantage of the first telescopic portion 141 being able to be in a retracted state, an intermediate state, or an extended state is that the basketball hoop device 100 can be incorporated into the trampoline activity system 200. Figures 7a to 7b (Not shown in the diagram) in the area or retract from the area of ​​the trampoline activity system 200. Typically, the second telescopic portion 142 extends substantially along the longitudinal line L above the top edge of the net 211 and the plurality of guard bars 212. Subsequently, since the first telescopic portion 141 is arranged in a direction consistent with angle δ (e.g., Figure 7b As shown, when the first telescopic section is extended, the basketball hoop device 100 is introduced into the trampoline activity system 200, such that the basketball hoop 110 is positioned below the top of the second telescopic section 142 or even below the top of the net 211 or the multiple protective bars 212. Therefore, there is no reason for toddlers, teenagers, or any other users to bounce above the height of the net 211 or the multiple protective bars 212. This is advantageous because it provides a risk-reducing configuration for the trampoline activity system 200 including the basketball hoop device 100.

[0101] Another possibility is that technicians recognized that length L PE and L PR And the angle δ can be designed to suit different embodiments of the trampoline system.

[0102] Figure 8a and Figure 8b Each relates to a first exemplary embodiment and a second exemplary embodiment of the trampoline activity system 200. The trampoline activity system 200 may include a basketball hoop device 100 according to any embodiment described above. The trampoline activity system 200 further includes a trampoline 210, a trampoline safety net 211, and a plurality of safety bars 212 configured to hold the trampoline safety net. For illustrative purposes, the basketball hoop device 100 is not shown in the accompanying drawings. Figures 8a to 8b As shown, however, the basketball hoop device 100 can be attached to the second retainer 146. Figures 8a to 8b Any of the protective bars 211 in the exemplary trampoline activity system 200 shown.

[0103] The difference between these two embodiments lies in how the net 211 is configured to attach to the protective rod 212. Figure 8a In the middle, net 211 is configured to be attached to the top and bottom of each protective bar 212. And... Figure 8b In the middle, net 211 is configured to be attached to guard bar 212 along its entire length by any suitable method.

[0104] Given the aforementioned differences between the two embodiments of the trampoline activity system 200, the advantage of clamps 143 and 144 is that they are compatible with both embodiments of the trampoline activity system 200 because each of at least one clamp 143 and 144 has a second retainer 146 configured to attach to the protective bar 212, and in the installed state, the second retainer is at least partially open. Therefore, how the protective net 211 is configured to attach to the protective bar 212 is irrelevant. Since the second retainer 146 will always be at least partially open in the installed state, the second retainer 146 will be able to attach to the protective bar 212 regardless of whether the protective net 211 is attached to the top and bottom of the protective bar 212 or to the protective bar 212 along its entire length.

[0105] Now go to Figure 9a and Figure 9b These two figures illustrate an embodiment of the basketball hoop 110, shown in top and side views, respectively. The basketball hoop 110 is enclosed within a cushioning housing 115. The cushioning housing may comprise any one or a combination of tempered foam material and a sleeved cushioning hose 115. It is also conceivable that the cushioning housing 115 may comprise other materials besides the two examples given.

[0106] In the first example where the cushioning shell 115 is made of tempered foam material, the cushioning shell 115 can be manufactured by immersing a basketball hoop 110 in a bed of liquid-phase foam material. When the basketball hoop 110 is removed from the bed of liquid-phase foam material, a portion of the liquid-phase foam material adheres to the basketball hoop 110. As this portion of the liquid-phase foam material cools down, it transforms or solidifies into a portion of solid-phase foam material. The step of immersing the basketball hoop 110 in the bed of liquid-phase foam material can be repeated as needed until a cushioning shell 115 with a desired thickness of solid-phase foam material is obtained.

[0107] The tempered foam material used to manufacture the cushioning shell 115 as described above can be, for example,

[0108] Polymer-based materials, such as :

[0109] • Polyurethane (PU)

[0110] • Silicone rubber

[0111] • Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)

[0112] •latex

[0113] Or thermoplastic elastomers, such as :

[0114] • Styrene-butadiene-styrene (SBS)

[0115] • Thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU)

[0116] Or foam forms liquid, for example :

[0117] • Expandable polyurethane foam

[0118] • Phenolic foam precursor

[0119] The materials mentioned above are merely examples of tempered foam materials that can be conceived for use in manufacturing the cushioning shell 115. However, those skilled in the art will recognize that many other tempered foam materials exist that are also suitable for manufacturing the cushioning shell 115.

[0120] In a second example where the buffer housing 115 is a sleeve-type buffer hose, the buffer housing 115 may be a prefabricated sleeve-type hose customized to fit the basketball hoop 110 according to an embodiment of the invention, or the buffer housing 115 may be a prefabricated "off-the-shelf" sleeve-type hose. Furthermore, the buffer housing 115 is possible as a prefabricated buffer hose because the first end portion 111 and the second end portion 112 of the basketball hoop 110 are not fixed to each other. This causes the basketball hoop 110 to form a "notched circle," i.e., each of the first end portion 111 and the second end portion 112 forms an end of the basketball hoop 110. Therefore, a prefabricated buffer hose can be sleeved over the first end portion 111 or the second end portion 112.

[0121] Typically, the sleeved cushioning hose used as the cushioning housing 115 can be made of heavy-duty rubber (HDR), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), or other suitable materials known to those skilled in the art. The sleeved cushioning hose may also be fitted with Velcro or other means for securing the sleeved cushioning hose to the basketball hoop 110.

[0122] For each of the first and second examples of the aforementioned buffer housing 115, the basketball net 116 can be arranged to connect to the buffer housing 115. In such... Figures 9a to 9b In some embodiments shown, the basketball net 116 may be attached to the cushioning housing 115. However, in other embodiments, the basketball hoop may include small hooks 117 protruding through the cushioning housing 115. Figure 10a In the illustrated embodiment, hook 117 is arranged on the inner perimeter of basketball hoop 110. In other embodiments, hook 117 may be arranged on the underside of basketball hoop 110. These hooks 117 can be used to attach basketball net 116 to basketball hoop 110.

[0123] Furthermore, it is conceivable that in some embodiments, the basketball net 116 is directly sewn to the sleeve-type cushioning tubing that serves as the cushioning shell 115, or the basketball net 116 is provided with multiple Velcro fastener portions. Each Velcro fastener portion may be attached to or surround the cushioning shell 116, allowing the basketball net 116 to hang down from the basketball hoop 110.

[0124] Figure 10b Another embodiment of the basketball net 116 is shown. In this particular embodiment, the basketball net 116 is configured as a pouch or bag including a first open end 118 and a second open end 119. This embodiment of the basketball net 116 can be complementary to a conventional basketball net because it provides a basketball net 116 that can be easily attached to the basketball hoop 110, and may be a cheaper option.

[0125] Additional considerations

[0126] It should be understood that the accompanying drawings and descriptions of this disclosure have been simplified to illustrate elements relevant to a clear understanding of this disclosure, while many other elements present in a typical system have been omitted for clarity. Those skilled in the art will recognize that other elements and / or steps are desirable and / or necessary when implementing this disclosure. However, because such elements and steps are well-known in the art and because they would be detrimental to a better understanding of this disclosure, a discussion of such elements and steps is not provided herein. This disclosure relates to all such variations and modifications of these elements and methods known to those skilled in the art.

[0127] Some of the foregoing descriptions describe embodiments in terms of the algorithms and symbolic representations of information operations. These algorithmic descriptions and representations are commonly used by those skilled in the art of data processing to effectively communicate the substance of their work to others skilled in the art. While these operations are described functionally, computationally, or logically, they should be understood as being implemented by computer programs or equivalent circuits, microcode, etc. Furthermore, it has sometimes proven convenient, without loss of generality, to refer to these operations as an engine. The described operations and their associated engines can be embodied in software, firmware, hardware, or any combination thereof.

[0128] As used herein, any reference to "one embodiment" or "an embodiment" means that a particular element, feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment is included in at least one embodiment. In this specification, the phrase "in one embodiment" appearing in various places does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment.

[0129] As used herein, the terms “comprises,” “comprising,” “includes,” “including,” “has,” or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion. For example, a process, method, article, or apparatus that includes a list of elements is not necessarily limited to those elements, but may include other elements not expressly listed or inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus. Furthermore, unless expressly stated to the contrary, “or” means inclusive or rather, not exclusive. For example, condition A or B is satisfied in any of the following cases: A is true (or exists) and B is false (or does not exist); A is false (or does not exist) and B is true (or exists); and both A and B are true (or exist).

[0130] Additionally, the terms "a" or "an" are used to describe elements and components in the embodiments herein. This is merely for convenience and to give the general meaning of the invention. This description should be understood to include one or at least one, and the singular includes the plural, unless it is obvious otherwise. While specific embodiments and applications have been shown and described, it should be understood that the disclosed embodiments are not limited to the precise constructions and components disclosed herein. Various modifications, alterations, and variations that will be apparent to those skilled in the art may be made to the arrangement, operation, and details of the methods and apparatus disclosed herein without departing from the spirit and scope defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A basketball hoop device (100) for use in sports activities, comprising: Backboard (120), which is arranged along the longitudinal line (L), Basketball hoop (110), the basketball hoop includes a first end portion (111) and a second end portion (112), the first end portion (111) and the second end portion (112) being separated from each other by a separation distance (D) along the longitudinal line (L). S This causes the basketball hoop (110) to form a spring. The bracket (130), which is fixedly attached to the backboard (120) and configured to be at the separation distance (D) S The first and second end portions (111, 112) of the basketball hoop (110) are received. The spring is configured to allow the basketball hoop (110) to tilt flexibly along an arc α relative to the longitudinal line (L).

2. The basketball hoop device (100) according to claim 1, further comprising a bracket cover (131) configured to be fixedly attached to the bracket (130), and wherein, The first and second end portions (111, 112) of the basketball hoop (110) are joined between the retainer bracket (130) and the bracket cover (131).

3. The basketball hoop device (100) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein, At least one of the first end portion and the second end portion (111, 112) includes a first inclined portion or a second inclined portion (113, 114).

4. The basketball hoop device (100) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein, The bracket (130) includes at least two recesses (132, 133) for receiving either the first end portion or the second end portion (111, 112).

5. The basketball hoop device (100) according to claim 4, wherein, Each of the at least one groove (132, 133) has a groove depth (G) perpendicular to the longitudinal line (L).

6. The basketball hoop device (100) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein, The groove length (L) of the at least one groove (132, 133) G The range is from 30 mm to 200 mm, more preferably from 40 mm to 150 mm, and most preferably from 50 mm to 100 mm.

7. The basketball hoop device (100) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein, The basketball hoop (110) is enclosed in a cushioning shell (115), which includes either tempered foam material or a sleeved cushioning hose.

8. The basketball hoop device according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein, The bracket (130) is arranged in any of the following ways: a) Positioned on the front side of the backboard, or b) Positioned behind the backboard, or c) Integrate as part of the backboard.

9. The basketball hoop device (100) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein, The separation distance (D) S The diameter is in the range of 15 mm to 90 mm, more preferably in the range of 30 mm to 50 mm, and most preferably in the range of 40 mm.

10. The basketball hoop device (100) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein, The arc α ranges from 0 degrees to 180 degrees relative to the longitudinal line (L).

11. The basketball hoop device (100) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein, The profile thickness (T) of the basketball hoop (110) P The diameter is in the range of 5 mm to 15 mm, more preferably 7 mm to 13 mm, and most preferably 10 mm.

12. The basketball hoop device (100) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein, The diameter (D) of the basketball hoop (110) H The diameter is in the range of 200 mm to 500 mm, more preferably 230 mm to 460 mm, and most preferably 260 mm.

13. The basketball hoop device (100) according to any one of the preceding claims further includes a telescopic arrangement (140), wherein, The backboard (120) is attached to the first telescopic portion (141) of the telescopic arrangement (140).

14. The basketball hoop device (100) of claim 13 further includes at least one clamp (143, 144) configured to be removably attached to a second portion (142) of the telescopic arrangement (140).

15. The basketball hoop device (100) according to claim 14, wherein, Each of the at least one clamp (143, 144) has a first retainer (145) configured to be attached to a second portion (142) of the telescopic arrangement (140) and a second retainer (146) configured to be attached to the guard rod (212), wherein, in the installed state, the second retainer is at least partially open.

16. A trampoline activity system (200), comprising a basketball hoop device (100) according to any one of the preceding claims, further comprising: Trampoline (210) Trampoline safety net (211), and Multiple safety bars (212) are configured to secure the trampoline safety net. The basketball hoop device (100) is attached to one of the protective bars (212).

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