Automatic ball placing device for billiard practice

Abstract

The utility model discloses an automatic ball placing device for billiard practice, which is provided with a ball storage box for accommodating billiard balls, a ball placing module, an infrared detection module for detecting obstacles and a control module, and the control module is electrically connected with the infrared detection module and the ball placing module. When the billiard ball is hit, the control module drives the ball placing module to place the billiard ball in the ball storage box, so that a ball friend can keep a ball hitting posture and continuously perform ball hitting exercise, and does not need to pick and place the billiard ball again after hitting the billiard ball every time and then place the billiard ball again, thereby being beneficial to improving the exercise effect and saving the time.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the field of billiards, in particular to an automatic ball-swinging device for billiards practice. Background Art

[0002] As the billiards atmosphere becomes more popular, players (such as amateur players or professional players) need to spend a lot of time practicing the accuracy and skills of hitting the ball in order to improve their billiards level. However, in the process of practice, they need to spend a lot of time picking up and placing the balls, which wastes a lot of time and affects their interest and patience in practice. In fact, when hitting the ball, the back hand grip and force are particularly important. However, if you stand up to pick up the ball and place the ball after hitting the ball and then re-position the hitting posture, it is difficult to figure out and restore the last wrong or correct posture to hit the ball. Therefore, it is difficult to make rapid progress in practice and the practice effect is poor. Utility Model Content

[0003] The embodiment of the present application provides a billiards practice automatic ball swinging device to solve at least one problem existing in the related art. The technical solution is as follows:

[0004] In a first aspect, an embodiment of the present application provides a billiards practice automatic ball swinging device, comprising:

[0005] A ball storage box for storing billiard balls;

[0006] Swing ball module;

[0007] Infrared detection module, used to detect obstacles;

[0008] The control module is electrically connected to the infrared detection module and the ball swing module, and is used to drive the ball swing module to place the billiard balls in the ball storage box.

[0009] In one embodiment, the ball swing module includes a mechanical claw and a motor unit, wherein the motor unit is connected to the mechanical claw, and the motor unit is electrically connected to the control module.

[0010] In one embodiment, the ball swing module includes a baffle, a first locking switch, and a push rod unit. The first locking switch is arranged at the outlet of the ball storage box and is electrically connected to the control module. The push rod unit is connected to the baffle, and the push rod unit is electrically connected to the control module.

[0011] In one embodiment, the baffle has a pull rod, and the pull rod is used to push away the obstacle ball.

[0012] In one embodiment, the push rod unit includes a push rod and a motor, the push rod is connected to the baffle and the motor, and the motor is electrically connected to the control module.

[0013] In one embodiment, the ball swing module further includes a Hall detection unit, which is electrically connected to the control module and is used to detect the position of the push rod.

[0014] In one embodiment, the baffle has a through hole and a second locking switch, and the second locking switch is disposed in the through hole and electrically connected to the control module.

[0015] In one embodiment, the ball storage box includes a main body and a pad, the main body has a accommodating cavity for accommodating billiard balls and an outlet connected to the accommodating cavity, the pad is arranged below the main body, and the pad is inclined toward the outlet.

[0016] In one embodiment, the control module includes a control unit and a communication unit, wherein the communication unit is electrically connected to the control unit and is used to communicate with a terminal, and the control unit is electrically connected to the infrared detection module and the ball swing module.

[0017] In one embodiment, the control module further includes a start button, and the start button is electrically connected to the control unit.

[0018] The beneficial effects of the above technical solution include at least:

[0019] By providing a ball storage box for accommodating billiard balls, a ball placement module, an infrared detection module for detecting obstacles, and a control module, the control module is electrically connected to the infrared detection module and the ball placement module. When the infrared detection module does not detect an obstacle, it indicates that the billiard ball has been hit. At this time, the control module drives the ball placement module to place the billiard balls in the ball storage box, so that players can maintain a batting posture and continue batting practice without having to pick up the balls and place them again after each batting, and then re-assume a batting posture, which is beneficial to improving practice effects and saving time.

[0020] The above summary is for illustrative purposes only and is not intended to be limiting in any way. In addition to the illustrative aspects, embodiments and features described above, further aspects, embodiments and features of the present application will be readily apparent by reference to the accompanying drawings and the following detailed description. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] In the accompanying drawings, unless otherwise specified, the same reference numerals throughout the multiple drawings represent the same or similar parts or elements. These drawings are not necessarily drawn to scale. It should be understood that these drawings only depict some embodiments disclosed in the present application and should not be regarded as limiting the scope of the present application.

[0022] Figure 1This is a circuit block diagram of the automatic ball swinging device for billiards practice according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0023] Figure 2 A three-dimensional schematic diagram of the initial state of the automatic ball swing device for billiards practice according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0024] Figure 3 It is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the ball-swaying state of the automatic ball-swaying device for billiards practice according to an embodiment of the present application. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0025] In order to enable those skilled in the art to better understand the solution of the present application, the technical solution in the embodiments of the present application will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments of the present application. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present application, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present application, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work should fall within the scope of protection of the present application.

[0026] The terms "first", "second", "third", etc. in the specification and claims of this application and the drawings are only used to distinguish different objects, rather than to describe a specific order. In addition, the terms "including" and "having" and any variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusions. Reference to "embodiments" herein means that the specific features, structures or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiments may be included in at least one embodiment of the present application. The appearance of this phrase in various locations in the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it an independent or alternative embodiment that is mutually exclusive with other embodiments. It is explicitly and implicitly understood by those skilled in the art that the embodiments described herein may be combined with other embodiments.

[0027] The utility model is further explained and illustrated below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments of the specification.

[0028] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 The embodiment of the present application provides an automatic ball-swinging device for billiard practice, comprising a ball-swinging module 1, an infrared detection module 2, a control module 3 and a ball storage box 4.

[0029] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 3 Optionally, the ball storage box 4 is used to accommodate a plurality of billiard balls T (table tennis balls), and the ball storage box 4 has an outlet C, which is used to output the billiard balls for players to hit. The ball storage box 4 can be placed on the edge of the billiard table, and the ball storage box 4 can be vertical, or the ball storage box 4 can be placed on the billiard table. Players can adjust the placement of the ball storage box 4 according to their own practice needs. It should be noted that in the embodiment of the present application, if Figure 2As shown, taking the ball storage box 4 placed on a billiard table as an example, the ball storage box 4 includes a main body 41 and a pad 42. The main body 41 has a receiving cavity for receiving a plurality of billiard balls and an outlet C connected to the receiving cavity, and the outlet C is the outlet C of the ball storage box 4. The pad 42 is arranged below the main body 41, and the pad 42 is inclined toward the outlet C, that is, the height of the pad 42 close to the outlet C is lower than the height of the side away from the outlet C, so that the billiard balls can roll out of the outlet C, for example, the inclination is 5°. In some embodiments, the pad 42 may not be provided or the inclined pad 42 may not be provided, and the main body 41 or the pad 42 may be directly raised at the edge of the billiard table, which can also achieve the effect of facilitating the billiard balls to roll out of the outlet C, without specific limitation.

[0030] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 3 Optionally, in an embodiment of the present application, the ball swing module 1 includes a baffle 11, a first locking switch 12, a push rod unit 13, and a Hall detection unit 14. The first locking switch 12 is arranged at the outlet C of the ball storage box 4 and is electrically connected to the control module 3. The control module 3 can control the opening of the first locking switch 12 so that the billiard ball rolls out of the outlet C, or control the closing of the first locking switch 12 so that the billiard ball cannot roll out of the outlet C.

[0031] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 3 Optionally, the push rod unit 13 includes a push rod 131, a storage box 132 and a motor 133. The push rod 131 is connected to the baffle 11 and the motor 133. The motor 133 is electrically connected to the control module 3. The push rod 131 is connected to the motor 133 by transmission. The push rod 131 and the baffle 11 are connected by welding, clamping, screw connection, pasting, etc., but not limited to, and the movement of the push rod 131 can drive the baffle 11 to move; the motor 133 of the push rod unit 13 is electrically connected to the control module 3. Among them, the storage box 132 is connected and fixed to the main body 41 of the ball storage box 4, and the storage box 132 is used to accommodate the push rod 131.

[0032] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 3 Optionally, the Hall detection unit 14 is electrically connected to the control module 3 for detecting the position of the push rod 131 , and the Hall detection unit 14 is disposed in the storage box 132 .

[0033] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 3In the embodiment of the present application, the baffle 11 has a main board 111 (with a through hole (not marked) on the main board 111), a second locking switch 112, two pull rods 113 and limit plates 114 respectively located on both sides of the through hole. The main board 111 is connected to the push rod 131, and the pull rod 113 extends from one side of the main board 111 along the length direction of the main board 111. In some embodiments, the limit plate 114 may not be provided. Among them, the size of the through hole is designed to allow the billiard ball to pass through, the second locking switch 112 is provided in the through hole and is electrically connected to the control module 3. The control module 3 can control the billiard ball to be fixed or allow the billiard ball to pass by controlling the opening and closing of the second locking switch 112. In addition, the limit plate 114 is used to guide the billiard ball so that the billiard ball can roll into the through hole better.

[0034] Optionally, the first locking switch 12 and the second locking switch 112 can be controlled to open or close by the control module 3. The first locking switch 12 and the second locking switch 112 can both be composed of a locking motor and a block connected to the locking motor. The locking motor is controlled to drive the block to move, thereby achieving the blocking or passing of the billiard ball.

[0035] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 3 In the embodiment of the present application, the infrared detection module 2 is disposed on the baffle 11, and the infrared detection module 2 is electrically connected to the control module 3 for detecting obstacles. For example, the infrared detection module 2 can be disposed on the main board 111 or the limit plate 114.

[0036] In the embodiment of the present application, the control module 3 can be integrated in the form of a control panel, connected and fixed to the main body 41 of the ball storage box 4, and the control module 3 is used to drive the ball swing module 1 to place the billiard balls in the ball storage box 4. Optionally, the control module 3 includes but is not limited to a control unit, a communication unit, a start button, an analog-to-digital conversion unit, a status indicator light unit, and a power supply unit. The power supply unit is used to supply power to the control unit, the communication unit, the start button, the analog-to-digital conversion unit, the status indicator light unit, the ball swing module 1, and the infrared detection module 2. The control unit is electrically connected to the ball swing module 1, the communication unit, the start button, the analog-to-digital conversion unit, and the status indicator light unit. The analog-to-digital conversion unit is connected to the Hall detection unit 14 and the infrared detection module 2.

[0037] Optionally, the analog-to-digital conversion circuit can convert the collected analog signal into a digital signal, and send it to the control unit to determine the position of the push rod 131 or whether there is an obstacle.

[0038] Optionally, the communication unit can be a Wi-Fi module or a serial communication circuit, which is not specifically limited. The status indicator unit is used to indicate the working status, the number of serves, the single working time and other states. The control unit can count the number of serves and record the single working time through the infrared module and the first locking switch 12, and the status indicator unit can display it; the status indicator unit can include at least one display light and a display unit, such as a screen or a digital tube.

[0039] Optionally, the communication unit is electrically connected to the control unit and is used to communicate with the terminal. The golfer can send a start command to the control unit through a start button or the terminal to start working; and the golfer can check the use of billiards through the terminal.

[0040] It should be noted that the control unit can be composed of any one or more processor chips including MCU, FPGA, CPLD, DSP, ARM, etc., for example, the MCU model GD32F103; the analog-to-digital conversion unit, status indicator light unit, Hall detection unit 14, etc. can be implemented using existing circuits without specific limitation.

[0041] Optionally, in another embodiment, the ball swing module 1 may include a mechanical claw (not shown) and a motor unit (not shown), the motor unit is connected to the mechanical claw, for example, including but not limited to transmission connection through gears, shafts, etc., and the motor unit is electrically connected to the control module 3. Among them, the motor unit may include multiple motor subunits (each motor subunit is a motor), with a certain point on the billiard table as a reference, and different motor subunits can move at least one of the X-axis, Y-axis, and Z-axis, so that under the control of the control module 3 to the motor unit, the mechanical claw can grab the billiard balls in the ball storage box 4, and then place the billiard balls on the billiard table. It should be noted that the position where the mechanical claw places the billiard balls on the billiard table can be set in advance as needed, or the position of the mechanical claw can be adjusted in advance so that the mechanical claw can place the billiard balls in the required area. Optionally, the mechanical claw can be connected to the ball storage box 4, including but not limited to welding, clamping, connecting by screws, pasting, etc., without specific limitation.

[0042] The specific working process of the embodiment of the present application is described below:

[0043] like Figure 2 As shown, it is the initial state. The player operates the terminal or starts the button, and the automatic swinging device for billiard practice starts to work. The control unit receives the detection result of the infrared detection module 2. If the player has hit the previous billiard ball, the detection result of the infrared detection module 2 is that there is no obstacle, that is, there is no billiard ball in the hitting area, for example, there is no ball within 10 cm in front (which can be adjusted based on actual conditions):

[0044] 1) The control unit controls the motor unit of the ball swing module 1, and controls the mechanical claw to grab the billiard balls in the ball storage box 4 and put them on the table;

[0045] 2) The control unit controls the motor 133 to move the push rod 131 forward by 20 cm (the distance can be adjusted according to actual conditions), so that the baffle 11 moves forward by 20 cm. Figure 3 As shown, this is the state after the push rod 131 and the baffle 11 move forward. At this time, the Hall detection unit 14 detects the movement of the push rod 131, and the control unit controls the first locking switch 12 to turn on. After releasing a billiard ball, the control unit controls the first locking switch 12 to turn off (for example, the first locking switch 12 can be controlled to turn off after a certain interval). The billiard ball rolls into the through hole of the baffle 11, and at this time the control unit controls the second locking switch 112 to be in a closed (locked) state. At this time, the billiard ball stops in the hitting area, and the control unit controls the second locking switch 112 to turn on and control the motor 133, so that the push rod 131 and the baffle 11 retreat 20 cm and return to the initial state. Then the control unit controls the second locking switch 112 to turn off, completing the automatic swinging process of a billiard ball.

[0046] It is understandable that if the billiard ball is hit again, the detection result of the infrared detection module 2 is that there is no obstacle, and the above process is repeated again, thereby achieving multiple automatic ball swings, which is convenient for players to perform batting training and is conducive to improving the practice effect.

[0047] It should be noted that due to the limited detection range of the infrared detection module 2, it may be impossible to detect or detect incorrectly. By setting the baffle 11 and the pull rod 113, the obstacle ball in the hitting area can be pushed away, thereby achieving automatic placement without affecting the hitting.

[0048] Optionally, in some embodiments, two billiard practice automatic ball placement devices can be provided to form a billiard practice automatic ball placement system, one for automatically placing billiard balls for hitting (equivalent to white balls), and the other for automatically placing billiard balls for being hit (equivalent to balls other than white balls).

[0049] The automatic ball swinging device for billiard practice in the embodiment of the present application can quickly improve the technical level and stability of billiard enthusiasts, which is conducive to improving the feel of hitting the ball and correcting their own wrong postures, thereby quickly improving their level. At the same time, it can provide more fun and participation for amateur or professional players.

[0050] The above is a specific description of the preferred implementation of the utility model, but the utility model is not limited to the implementation method. Technical personnel familiar with the field can also make various equivalent deformations or substitutions without violating the spirit of the utility model. These equivalent deformations or substitutions are all included in the scope defined by the claims of this application.

Claims

1. A billiards practice automatic ball swing device, characterized in that: include: A ball storage box for storing billiard balls; Swing ball module; Infrared detection module, used to detect obstacles; The control module is electrically connected to the infrared detection module and the ball swing module, and is used to drive the ball swing module to place the billiard balls in the ball storage box.

2. The automatic ball swinging device for billiard practice according to claim 1, characterized in that: The ball swing module includes a mechanical claw and a motor unit. The motor unit is connected to the mechanical claw, and the motor unit is electrically connected to the control module.

3. The automatic ball swinging device for billiard practice according to claim 1, characterized in that: The ball swing module includes a baffle, a first locking switch, and a push rod unit. The first locking switch is arranged at the outlet of the ball storage box and is electrically connected to the control module. The push rod unit is connected to the baffle, and the push rod unit is electrically connected to the control module.

4. The automatic ball swinging device for billiard practice according to claim 3, characterized in that: The baffle has a pull rod, and the pull rod is used to push away the obstacle ball.

5. The automatic ball swinging device for billiard practice according to claim 3, characterized in that: The push rod unit includes a push rod and a motor. The push rod is connected to the baffle and the motor. The motor is electrically connected to the control module.

6. The automatic ball swinging device for billiard practice according to claim 5, characterized in that: The ball swing module further includes a Hall detection unit, which is electrically connected to the control module and is used to detect the position of the push rod.

7. The automatic ball swinging device for billiard practice according to claim 3, characterized in that: The baffle has a through hole and a second locking switch, and the second locking switch is disposed in the through hole and is electrically connected to the control module.

8. The automatic ball swinging device for billiard practice according to claim 3, characterized in that: The ball storage box comprises a main body and a pad, wherein the main body has a receiving cavity for receiving billiard balls and an outlet communicated with the receiving cavity, and the pad is arranged below the main body and is inclined toward the outlet.

9. The automatic ball swinging device for billiard practice according to claim 1, characterized in that: The control module includes a control unit and a communication unit. The communication unit is electrically connected to the control unit and is used to communicate with a terminal. The control unit is electrically connected to the infrared detection module and the ball swing module.

10. The automatic ball swinging device for billiards practice according to claim 9, characterized in that: The control module further includes a start button, and the start button is electrically connected to the control unit.

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