Pull line system for supporting volleyball net or badminton net with end rods

Abstract

The utility model relates to a stay wire system for supporting a volleyball net or a badminton net with an end rod. Specifically disclosed is a stay wire system for supporting a volleyball net or badminton net (12) with end rods (14, 16), characterized in that the stay wire system comprises: at least one first rod stay wire, the utility model relates to a volleyball or badminton net comprising at least one first rod pull wire attachable at a first end thereof to an end rod (14) of the volleyball or badminton net and extending outwardly from a second end thereof, the second end of the at least one first rod pull wire comprising a bifurcated end section (36, 38) attachable to the ground, and at least one second rod pull wire comprising a bifurcated end section (36, 38) attachable to the ground, the second end of the at least one first rod pull wire extending outwardly from the second end of the at least one first rod pull wire. The at least one second rod stay wire is attachable at a first end thereof to the other end rod (16) and a second end thereof extends outwardly therefrom, the second end of the at least one second rod stay wire comprising a bifurcated end section (36, 38) attachable to the ground.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model generally relates to volleyball and badminton, especially outdoor volleyball and badminton, and more specifically to the arrangement of guy wires for volleyball and badminton nets. Background Technology

[0002] Volleyball and badminton nets are attached to support poles, with the strings extending outwards from the poles and secured to the ground. However, conventional stringing arrangements are unstable because the attachments on the ground can loosen or come loose during volleyball or badminton, requiring frequent re-attaching to maintain net tension. This is a drawback in volleyball and badminton. On soft surfaces, the short stakes used with traditional stringing are often insufficient for durable string support. Furthermore, using longer stakes is disadvantageous when playing on hard surfaces, and the stakes cannot be leveled, leaving the top portion exposed. This poses a safety hazard. Therefore, a stable and secure attachment of the support poles to the ground is essential for volleyball or badminton nets. Utility Model Content

[0003] Therefore, a stringing system is provided for supporting a volleyball net or badminton net using end sticks. The stringing system includes at least one first stick string, the first stick string having a first end attached to one of the volleyball net or badminton net end sticks, and a second end extending outward therefrom. The second end of the at least one first stick string includes a forked end section that can be attached to the ground. The stringing system also includes at least one second stick string, the at least one second stick string having a first end attached to another end stick, and a second end extending outward therefrom, the second end of the at least one second stick string including a forked end section that can be attached to the ground.

[0004] According to one embodiment, the at least one first guy wire and the at least one second guy wire each include a first guy wire and a second guy wire, the first guy wire and the second guy wire are separated at a selected angle, and each of the first guy wire and the second guy wire has a separate forked end section.

[0005] According to one embodiment, each bifurcation segment includes at least two parts that are angularly separated from each other.

[0006] According to one embodiment, the first pull wire and the second pull wire extend from the top of the end rod, respectively.

[0007] According to one embodiment, a third pull wire extends outward from approximately the midpoint of each end bar, the third pull wire including a forked end section. Attached Figure Description

[0008] Figure 1This is an elevation view showing a standard volleyball or badminton net assembly with end bars supported by string lines.

[0009] Figure 2 This is a top view of the string arrangement, volleyball / badminton net, and support rod of this utility model.

[0010] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 Elevation view of the layout of the string lines. Detailed Implementation

[0011] Figure 1 The illustration shows a standard outdoor volleyball net assembly 10. The volleyball net assembly 10 includes a standard volleyball net 12 supported by two support end rods 14 and 16, which are typically hollow. A typical volleyball net is approximately 32 feet (9.75 m) long (beach volleyball nets are 8.5 m long), and a badminton net is approximately 20 feet (6.1 m) long. When supported by these rods 14, 16, the center height of the volleyball net 12 is approximately 8 feet (2.43 m) for men and approximately 7 feet 4 inches (2.24 m) for women. The height of the badminton net is 5 feet (1.5 m). Typically, when used for men's volleyball, the two support end rods 14 and 16 are approximately 8 feet 4 inches (2.55 m) high (measured from the ground), 7 feet 8 inches (2.34 m) high when used for women's volleyball, and 5 feet 1 inch (1.55 m) high when used for badminton. When taut, the support lines extending from the poles provide lateral force on the poles (in the direction away from the net) to achieve the desired final net height. When the ground is compressed, taller poles are needed to accommodate the height. The volleyball net 12 itself is approximately 39 inches (1m) from top to bottom, and the badminton net itself is approximately 2 feet 6 inches (0.76m) from top to bottom. Net 12 can be constructed of polyester polypropylene or nylon netting and covered with end straps along the perimeter, with the mesh size for volleyball being approximately 4 inches (10cm) and the mesh size for badminton being approximately 1 / 2 inch (15-20mm). The opposite ends of the end straps are attached to two poles 14 and 16. When used for match volleyball, the assembly also includes two marker poles 18 and 20, which increases the weight of net 12 and requires greater net tension to keep the net taut.

[0012] In most outdoor installations and some indoor installations, the support end rods 14 and 16 are typically supported by two guy wires. Figure 1 (Not shown in the diagram) For stability, these two guy wires extend from the top of each pole 14, 16 at an angle outwards, and are attached to the ground via stakes or wedges as described above. Sometimes a second guy wire is used, extending outwards from approximately the midpoint of each pole 14, 16 to reduce the deflection of the hollow poles; its end is also secured to the ground via stakes or wedges.

[0013] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the disclosed system includes at least one first rod wire for a first rod 14 and at least one second rod wire for a second rod 16, wherein each wire has a forked end. According to one embodiment, as at least one first rod wire and / or at least one second rod wire, each rod may have a first wire 22 and a second wire 24, the first wire 22 and the second wire 24 extending downwards at an angle from the top 26 of each end rod 14, 16. Figure 2 and Figure 3 (Partially marked on the second side), the second guy wire 24 branches into two diverging bifurcated sections 32 and 34, and the first guy wire 22 branches into two diverging bifurcated sections 36 and 38, each section being attached to the ground by a stake or wedge. In this disclosure, the angle between the first guy wire 22 and the second guy wire 24 at the attachment point at the top 26 of the support end rod 14 or 16 and the two guy wires of the bifurcated sections 32, 34, 36, and 38 is approximately in the range of 45 degrees to 90 degrees, and the angle between the bifurcated sections 32, 34, 36, and 38 is also approximately in the range of 45 degrees to 90 degrees. A single third guy wire 40 may extend from the middle of the end rod 14 or 16, and the third guy wire 40 also branches into two diverging end sections 42 and 44, the angle of which is in the range of 45 degrees to 90 degrees.

[0014] In the illustrated embodiment, the length of the guy wires to the fork end section is approximately 96 inches to 144 inches (2.44m to 3.66m), although this can vary, while the length of the fork end section is approximately 6 inches to 12 inches, although this can also vary. Each fork end section 32, 34, 36, 38, 42, 44 is individually secured to the ground by straps, stakes, or latches, significantly contributing to the stability of the support end poles 14, 16, preventing the guy wires 22, 24, 40 from slipping off the ground, maintaining the tension of the net 12, which is important for a smooth game, and also flush with the ground for safety.

[0015] While the preferred embodiment includes two forked end sections (e.g., 32, 34) at the end of each individual guy wire 22, 24, 40, it should be understood that other arrangements may also be used, including three, four or even more individual forked end sections that may be used for one or each guy wire 22, 24, 40.

[0016] Similarly, even under harsh operating conditions, this arrangement offers significant advantages in stabilizing the volleyball and badminton support rods 14, 16, and thus the volleyball or badminton net 12, while maintaining the safety of the fixing elements.

[0017] Although preferred embodiments of the present invention have been disclosed for illustrative purposes, it should be understood that various changes, modifications and substitutions may be incorporated into the embodiments without departing from the spirit of the present invention, which is defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A stringing system for supporting a volleyball or badminton net with end bars, characterized in that, The pull wire system includes: At least one first rod string, the at least one first rod string having a first end attached to an end rod (14) of the volleyball or badminton net and a second end extending outward therefrom, the second end of the at least one first rod string including a forked end section that can be attached to the ground, and At least one second rod wire, the at least one second rod wire being able to attach its first end to another end rod (16) and its second end extending outward therefrom, the second end of the at least one second rod wire including a forked end section that can be attached to the ground.

2. The drawstring system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The at least one first guy wire and the at least one second guy wire each include a first guy wire and a second guy wire, the first guy wire and the second guy wire are separated at a selected angle, and each of the first guy wire and the second guy wire has a separate forked end section.

3. The drawstring system according to claim 1, characterized in that, Each bifurcation segment comprises at least two parts that are angled apart from each other.

4. The drawstring system according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first pull wire and the second pull wire extend from the top (26) of the end rods (14, 16), respectively.

5. The drawstring system according to claim 4, characterized in that, The guy wire system also includes a third guy wire (40) extending outward from the midpoint of each end bar (14, 16), the third guy wire (40) including a bifurcated end section.

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