Replaceable Pick Racket Surface

Abstract

A replaceable Pick racket panel for a Pick racket includes at least one layer of material having an outer striking surface and an inner surface, the inner surface configured to be removably attached to the racket using at least one adhesive, and the outer striking surface including a textured surface.

Description

[0001] Cross-reference to related applications

[0002] This application claims priority to U.S. Application No. 18 / 217,617, filed July 3, 2023, which is a partial continuation of U.S. Application No. 18 / 110,386, filed February 16, 2023, which claims priority and interest in U.S. Application No. 63 / 429,982, filed December 3, 2022. The disclosures of the above applications are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0003] This disclosure relates to the field of racket sports. More specifically, this disclosure relates to a replaceable Peak racket faceplate for a racket to facilitate hitting the ball with the racket. Background Technology

[0004] The statements in this section are provided only as background information in connection with this disclosure and do not constitute prior art.

[0005] Peakball is a racket sport (competition) played on a court similar to a tennis court, but about one-third the size. Existing Peak rackets have several shortcomings. For example, current Peak rackets include a surface grit material (grit coating or so-called "raw" carbon fiber or some kind of textured material) that wears down very quickly when impacted by a Peak ball. Because Peak balls are made of hard plastic and the edges of the holes in the balls are often sharp, this causes damage to the surface material. Furthermore, current Peak rackets do not allow users to replace the surface grit material, so the user must discard the racket and buy another. This incurs additional costs and is not environmentally friendly, as the rackets end up in landfills. Additionally, current Peak rackets, using a raw carbon sheet as the outer layer, are very expensive. Moreover, when the woven carbon fiber slowly tears, the raw carbon sheet begins to break immediately, and the Peak racket loses its effectiveness.

[0006] This disclosure resolves these issues related to Peak rackets and their disposal. Utility Model Content

[0007] This section provides a general overview of this disclosure and is not a complete disclosure of its full scope or all its features.

[0008] This overview is provided to present a simplified description of the options of ideas, which will be further illustrated in the detailed description below. This overview is not intended to identify key or essential features of the claimed subject matter. Nor is it intended to limit the scope of the claimed subject matter.

[0009] This document discloses a replaceable Peak racket surface according to some embodiments. Accordingly, the replaceable Peak racket facet can be detachably attached to the outer surface of a Peak racket using at least one adhesive. Furthermore, the at least one adhesive may be certified by a sports governing body / organization (such as the USA Pickleball Association). Additionally, the at least one adhesive may include a water-based adhesive. Furthermore, the water-based adhesive may include water, polymers, and additives. Furthermore, in some embodiments, the at least one adhesive may include a self-adhesive sheet. Moreover, the outer surface of the Peak racket can be maintained using the replaceable Peak racket facet (similar to the strings in a tennis racket), thus eliminating the need to discard the Peak racket. The user (player or service professional) can simply peel off the outer surface and add / attach a brand new replaceable Peak racket facet with the at least one adhesive on the back. Additionally, the Peak racket may include a grip and an end cap. In addition, the replaceable Peak racket panel may include multiple layers that can be detachably attached to each other.

[0010] In one embodiment, a replaceable Peak racket faceplate for a Peak racket is provided, comprising at least one material layer having an outer hitting surface and an inner surface, the inner surface being configured to be removably attached to the Peak racket using at least one adhesive, and the outer hitting surface comprising a textured surface.

[0011] In this variation of the replaceable Peak racket face, it can be achieved individually or in any combination: the replaceable Peak racket face has a shape corresponding to a core portion of the Peak racket; the at least one adhesive is a self-adhesive fixed to the inner surface of the replaceable Peak racket face; the self-adhesive is in the form of a sticker; the at least one adhesive is a differential adhesive fixed to the inner surface of the replaceable Peak racket face; the differential adhesive has different bonding strengths on one side and the other side; the differential adhesive includes a pressure-sensitive adhesive configured to have increasing bonding strength as the Peak ball continuously impacts the outer hitting surface; the textured surface is defined by a material selected from the group consisting of carbon fiber, graphite, aramid fiber, and glass fiber; the textured surface is defined by a fiber-reinforced polymer material; the textured surface is defined by a removable non-stick mesh. The replaceable Peak racket is generated by a mesh; a pull tab is fixed to the surface of the replaceable Peak racket; the pull tab is fixed to a lower portion of the replaceable Peak racket; the pull tab defines a rectangular shape; at least one sensor is fixed to the replaceable Peak racket panel; a graphic layer is fixed to the replaceable Peak racket panel; the replaceable Peak racket panel contains a fiber-reinforced polymer material; the fibers in the fiber-reinforced polymer material are unidirectional; the fibers in the fiber-reinforced polymer material are woven.

[0012] This document also discloses a replaceable Peak racket faceplate for a racket according to some embodiments, for facilitating hitting the ball with the racket. (The replaceable Peak racket faceplate may also be referred to herein as a surface plate). Furthermore, the surface plate may comprise at least one layer of material. In a variation, the surface plate may be configured to be removably attached to the core portion of the racket using at least one adhesive. Furthermore, the at least one adhesive may be applied to the inner side of the surface plate. Furthermore, the surface plate has a shape corresponding to the shape of the racket. Furthermore, the surface plate may include a hitting surface on the outer side of the surface plate. Furthermore, the outer side is opposite to the inner side.

[0013] This document further discloses a replaceable Peak racket faceplate for a racket according to some embodiments, for facilitating hitting a ball with the racket. The replaceable Peak racket faceplate is, in one variation, in the form of a surface plate. Furthermore, the surface plate may comprise at least one layer of material. Furthermore, the surface plate may include at least one layer of adhesive on the inner side of the surface plate. Furthermore, the at least one layer of adhesive facilitates the removable attachment of the surface plate to the racket using the at least one adhesive. Furthermore, the surface plate has a shape corresponding to the shape of the racket. Furthermore, the surface plate may include a hitting surface on the outer side of the surface plate. Furthermore, the outer side is opposite to the inner side.

[0014] This document further discloses a racket with a replaceable peak racket face according to some embodiments, for facilitating hitting a ball with the racket. Accordingly, the racket may include a core portion, a handle, and the replaceable peak racket face. Furthermore, the handle may be connected to the core portion. Furthermore, the replaceable peak racket face is, in a variation, in the form of a surface plate. Furthermore, the surface plate may include at least one layer of material. Furthermore, the surface plate may be configured to be removably attached to the core portion of the racket using at least one adhesive. Furthermore, the at least one adhesive may be applied to the inner side of the surface plate. Furthermore, the surface plate has a shape corresponding to the shape of the racket core. Furthermore, the surface plate may include a hitting surface on the outer side of the surface plate. Furthermore, the outer side is opposite to the inner side.

[0015] The foregoing overview and the following detailed description are illustrative and illustrative only. Accordingly, the foregoing overview and the following detailed description should not be considered limiting. Furthermore, other features or variations may be provided in addition to those set forth herein. For example, embodiments may be provided for various combinations and sub-combinations of features described in the detailed description.

[0016] Other applicable areas will become apparent from the description provided herein. It should be understood that the descriptions and specific examples are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of this disclosure. Attached Figure Description

[0017] To enable a better understanding of this disclosure, different forms will now be illustrated by way of example and with reference to the accompanying drawings, wherein:

[0018] The accompanying drawings, incorporated in and forming part of this disclosure, illustrate various embodiments of this disclosure. The drawings contain representations of various trademarks and copyrights owned by the applicant. Additionally, the drawings may contain other markings owned by third parties and used for illustrative purposes only. All rights to the various trademarks and copyrights represented herein (except for the rights belonging to their respective owners) belong to and are the property of the applicant. The applicant retains and holds all rights to those trademarks and copyrights included herein, and permits reproduction only of material relating to the granted patents, and not for any other purpose.

[0019] Additionally, the accompanying drawings may contain text or titles that explain certain embodiments of this disclosure. Certain embodiments detailed in this disclosure are described herein for illustrative, non-limiting, and explanatory purposes.

[0020] Figure 1 This is a front view of a replaceable Peak racket panel 100 for a racket according to a form of the present disclosure, which is in the form of a textured surface plate 102 to facilitate hitting the ball with the racket.

[0021] Figure 2A front view of a replaceable Peak racket panel 100 that is partially attached to racket 202 in accordance with this disclosure;

[0022] Figure 3 A top perspective view of the replaceable Peak racket panel 100 according to the present disclosure;

[0023] Figure 4 A top perspective view of a replaceable Peak racket panel 100 according to another form of this disclosure;

[0024] Figure 5 A front view of a replaceable Peak racket panel 100 attached to racket 202 in accordance with another form of this disclosure;

[0025] Figure 6 A front view of a replaceable Peak racket panel 100 attached to racket 202 in accordance with another form of this disclosure;

[0026] Figure 7 A front view of a replaceable Peak racket panel 100 attached to racket 202 in accordance with another form of this disclosure;

[0027] Figure 8 A front view of a replaceable Peak racket faceplate 100 attached to racket 202 according to another form of this disclosure and racket 202;

[0028] Figure 9 A top perspective view of a replaceable Peak racket panel 100 according to another form of this disclosure;

[0029] Figure 10 A front view of a racket 202 having a replaceable racket panel 100 according to another form of this disclosure;

[0030] Figure 11 A front view of a replaceable Peak racket faceplate 100 attached to racket 202 according to another form of this disclosure and racket 202;

[0031] Figure 12 An exploded view of a racket 1200 having a replaceable racket surface according to another form of this disclosure;

[0032] Figure 13 A top perspective view of a racket 1200 having a replaceable Peak racket surface according to the present disclosure;

[0033] Figure 14 This is a front view of attaching the surface plate 1400 to the racket 1402 according to the present disclosure;

[0034] Figure 15This is a front view of the surface plate 1400 being removed from the racket 1402 according to this disclosure;

[0035] Figure 16 This is a front view of the surface plate 1400 being removed from the racket 1402 according to this disclosure;

[0036] Figure 17 A side cross-sectional view of at least one strip 1702-1706 of the surface plate 1400 according to this disclosure;

[0037] Figure 18 A perspective view of a replaceable Peak racket faceplate 1800 for a racket according to another form of this disclosure, for facilitating hitting the ball with the racket;

[0038] Figure 19 According to the front view of the racket 1900 disclosed herein, the racket has a replaceable Peak racket face 1906 for facilitating hitting the ball with the racket 1900;

[0039] Figure 20 A top perspective view of a replaceable Peak racket faceplate 2000 for a racket according to the present disclosure, for facilitating hitting the ball with the racket;

[0040] Figure 21 An exploded perspective view of a replaceable Peak racket panel 2000 according to another form of this disclosure;

[0041] Figure 22 An exploded perspective view of the replaceable Peak racket panel 2000 according to this disclosure;

[0042] Figure 23 An exploded perspective view of at least one carbon fiber layer 2004 on the surface of a replaceable Peak racket according to the present disclosure.

[0043] Figure 24 A partial top perspective view of the replaceable Peak racket panel 2000 according to this disclosure;

[0044] Figure 25 The racket 2500 disclosed herein is shown as a top perspective view, showing that the racket has a replaceable Peak racket faceplate for facilitating hitting the ball with the racket 2500;

[0045] Figure 26 An exploded perspective view of at least one carbon fiber layer 2004 on the surface of a replaceable Peak racket according to the present disclosure.

[0046] Figure 27 This is an example of a pickball set according to this disclosure;

[0047] Figure 28This is an example of an online platform based on the teachings of this disclosure;

[0048] Figure 29 A block diagram illustrating a system for improving player play using the replaceable Peak racket panel disclosed herein; and

[0049] Figure 30 This is a block diagram of a computing apparatus for implementing the methods disclosed herein, according to the present disclosure.

[0050] The description of the accompanying drawings is for illustrative purposes only and is not intended to limit the scope of this disclosure in any way. Detailed Implementation

[0051] The following description is exemplary in nature and is not intended to limit this disclosure, its application, or its uses. It should be understood that in all the drawings, corresponding reference numerals indicate similar or corresponding parts and features.

[0052] As a preliminary matter, those skilled in the art will readily understand that this disclosure has broad applicability and utility. It should be understood that any embodiment may incorporate only one or more of the foregoing aspects of this disclosure, and may also incorporate only one or more of the foregoing features. Furthermore, any embodiment discussed and identified as “preferred” is considered part of the best mode for carrying out embodiments of this disclosure. Other embodiments may also be discussed for additional illustrative purposes in order to provide a complete and feasible disclosure. In addition, many embodiments (such as variations, changes, modifications, and equivalent configurations) will be implicitly disclosed by the embodiments described herein and fall within the scope of this disclosure.

[0053] Accordingly, while embodiments relating to one or more embodiments have been described in detail herein, it should be understood that this disclosure is illustrative and exemplary, and is provided solely for the purpose of providing a complete and achievable disclosure. The detailed disclosure of one or more embodiments herein is not intended, nor should it be construed, as limiting the scope of patent protection provided in any claim of the patent published herein, which will be defined by the claims and their equivalents. This document is not intended to define the scope of patent protection by reading any claim limitations found herein and / or published herein but not expressly present in the claims themselves.

[0054] Therefore, for example, any sequence and / or chronological order of steps in the various processes or methods described herein is illustrative and not restrictive. Accordingly, it should be understood that while the steps of various processes or methods may be shown and described as being performed in sequence or chronological order, unless otherwise stated, the steps of any such process or method are not limited to being performed in any particular sequence or order. In fact, the steps in these processes or methods can often be performed in a variety of different sequences and orders, while still falling within the scope of this disclosure. Therefore, the scope of patent protection should be defined by the published claims rather than the description herein.

[0055] Additionally, it is worth noting that each term used herein refers to its meaning as understood by a person of ordinary skill in the art based on its context. If the meaning of a term used herein—the meaning as understood by a person of ordinary skill in the art based on its context—differs from any particular definition of the term in a dictionary, the meaning as understood by a person of ordinary skill in the art shall prevail.

[0056] Furthermore, it is worth noting that, in this document, "a" and "an" generally mean "at least one," but do not exclude multiple items unless the context otherwise requires. When used in this document to connect a list of items, "or" means "at least one of the items," but does not exclude multiple items in the list. Finally, when used in this document to connect a list of items, "and" means "all items in the list."

[0057] The following detailed description is discussed with reference to the accompanying drawings. Where feasible, the same reference numerals are used in the drawings and in the following description to denote the same or similar elements. While many embodiments of this disclosure can be described, modifications, adjustments, and other implementations are possible. For example, elements illustrated in the drawings may be substituted, added, or modified, and the methods described herein may be modified by substituting, reordering, or adding stages to the disclosed methods. Accordingly, the following detailed description does not limit this disclosure. Rather, the appropriate scope of this disclosure is defined by the claims found herein and / or posted herein. This disclosure includes headings. It should be understood that these headings are used for reference and should not be construed as limiting the subject matter disclosed under those headings.

[0058] This disclosure includes many aspects and features. Furthermore, while many aspects and features relate to and are described in this context of replaceable Peak racket faces for facilitating hitting the ball with the racket, embodiments of this disclosure are not limited to use only in this context.

[0059] Overview:

[0060] This disclosure describes a replaceable Peak racket faceplate for use in a racket to facilitate hitting the ball with the racket.

[0061] Furthermore, this disclosure describes a Peak racket with a replaceable Peak racket face. The replaceable Peak racket face can be detachably attached to the outer surface of the Peak racket base using at least one adhesive. Additionally, the replaceable Peak racket face may include a self-adhesive textured sticker (e.g., textured carbon fiber, textured glass fiber, or textured aramid fiber, such as Kevlar). Furthermore, the self-adhesive textured sticker can be easily removed / replaced.

[0062] Furthermore, the base of the Pickleball racket may be made of carbon fiber, plastic, wood, fiberglass, aluminum, polypropylene, Nomex, EVA foam, or a combination of these and other components. Additionally, at least one adhesive may be certified by a sports governing body / organization (such as the USA Pickleball Association). Furthermore, at least one adhesive may include a water-based adhesive.

[0063] Furthermore, the water-based adhesive may include water, polymers, and additives. Additionally, in some embodiments, the at least one adhesive may include a self-adhesive sheet. Furthermore, the outer surface of the Peak racket can be repaired using the replaceable Peak racket face (similar to the strings in a tennis racket), thus eliminating the need to discard the racket. The user (player or service professional) can simply peel off the outer surface and add / attach a brand new replaceable Peak racket face with the at least one adhesive on the back. Furthermore, the Peak racket may include a grip and an end cap. Furthermore, in some embodiments, the replaceable Peak racket face may include multiple layers that are detachably attached to each other. Furthermore, the multiple layers may conform to the standards of the United States Peak Association. Furthermore, the multiple layers may include a core layer and a surface texture layer. Furthermore, the surface texture layer may be positioned above the core layer. Furthermore, the multiple layers may include an outer graphic layer positioned above the surface texture layer.

[0064] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the outer graphics layer may include a solid-color shading layer. Additionally, in one embodiment, the outer graphics layer may include a custom graphics layer containing custom graphic content that the player may want to use or display. Furthermore, the custom graphic content may include text content, image content, etc.

[0065] In addition, in some embodiments, the core layer may comprise at least one of aluminum, polypropylene (and other polymers), Nomex, EVA foam, Kevlar (aramid fiber), etc.

[0066] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the surface texture layer may comprise one of carbon fiber, graphite, Kevlar, and a glass fiber composite. Each component of the surface texture layer may possess properties that, when combined with the core layer, give each Pickle racket performance characteristics suited to the unique style and playing style of an individual player. Additionally, at least one surface texture may be certified by a sports governing body / organization, such as the USA Pickleball Association. Furthermore, the surface texture layer may be reinforced using a release layer, a removable non-stick mesh, which, when removed, creates a texture in the surface material (e.g., resin).

[0067] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the replaceable Peak racket panel may include multiple layers stacked on top of each other. Additionally, a player may mix and match one or more of the multiple layers based on their playing style, attaching two or more of the multiple layers to the base of the Peak racket. Furthermore, playing styles may include offensive styles, defensive styles, etc. Furthermore, in one example, a first player with an offensive playing style may use a replaceable Peak racket panel of a first configuration. Furthermore, the first configuration may include a first core layer from the core layer and a first surface texture layer from the surface texture layer. Furthermore, the first core layer and the first surface texture layer may support the first player in playing Peakball with an offensive playing style. Furthermore, in this first configuration, the replaceable Peak racket panel may provide an aggressive surface with greater friction. Furthermore, in another example, a second player with a defensive playing style may use a replaceable Peak racket panel of a second configuration. Furthermore, the second configuration may include a second core layer from the core layer and a second surface texture layer from the surface texture layer. Furthermore, the second core layer and the second surface texture layer support the second player in a defensive playing style in Peakball. Additionally, in this second configuration, the replaceable Peak racket face offers a material with less friction but greater stiffness. Moreover, different configurations of the replaceable Peak racket face can be used depending on the requirements of the game conditions.

[0068] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the replaceable Peak racket panel may include an edge guard disposed along the periphery of the replaceable Peak racket surface. Additionally, the edge guard may be configured to protect the replaceable Peak racket panel from wear and tear caused by unwanted external physical impacts, such as accidental drops, impacts with walls, throwing, etc.

[0069] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the replaceable Peak racket face may include a lead tape along the periphery of the edge protector, which increases the racket's weight, power, and stability. Additionally, in some embodiments, the lead tape may be covered with electrical tape. Furthermore, the electrical tape may conceal reflective surfaces associated with the lead tape according to USAPA standards. Additionally, the electrical tape may prevent the lead tape from detaching.

[0070] Furthermore, in some embodiments, based on a player's preference, the player may attach the lead plate only to certain portions of the outer perimeter of the rim guard (such as the head, near the handle, sides, and corners). This player preference may also be based on the weight of the Peak racket the player might want to use. Additionally, in one instance, if the player wants to use a Peak racket with a heavier head, the player may add the lead plate to the head of the outer perimeter of the rim guard. Furthermore, in another instance, the player may add the lead plate to the vertical side of the outer perimeter of the rim guard to provide stability to the Peak racket upon impact with the game ball.

[0071] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the replaceable Peak racket panel may include at least one pre-formed cutout. The player may remove at least one pre-formed cutout present in the surface of the replaceable Peak racket. Furthermore, at least one cavity may be formed due to the removal of the at least one pre-formed cutout. Furthermore, the player may insert at least one strip (containing reinforcing material) into the at least one cavity. Furthermore, the at least one strip may be attached to the Peak racket using an adhesive that can be applied to the rear surface of the at least one strip. Furthermore, the at least one strip is characterized by a specific geometry. Furthermore, the at least one strip can be used as a sticker. Furthermore, the at least one strip may include a self-adhesive sheet for attaching the at least one strip to the surface of the replaceable Peak racket.

[0072] In another embodiment, a Peak Ball Kit for customizing and repairing Peak rackets is disclosed. The Peak Ball Kit may include a replaceable Peak racket surface, at least one adhesive, at least one strip, at least one adhesive applicator, and a removal tool. The at least one strip is characterized by its geometry. This geometry may include rectangles, squares, circles, etc. The removal tool may include a rubber chip, a metal chip, etc. The removal tool assists the player in removing the first replaceable Peak racket face worn from hitting the ball. The removal tool also assists the player in removing adhesive or glue used to attach the first replaceable Peak racket face to the base of the Peak racket. The at least one adhesive applicator may include a sponge and a clamp for securing the sponge (or rubber sponge). The clamp may be held by the player. In addition, the at least one adhesive applicator can be used to assist the player in applying the at least one adhesive to the base of the Peak racket for attaching a new replaceable Peak racket surface.

[0073] Furthermore, the Peak racket can be repaired by removing a first replaceable Peak racket faceplate attached to the core portion (core) of the racket from the core portion and attaching a second replaceable Peak racket faceplate to the core portion. The second replaceable Peak racket faceplate can be attached to either side of the core portion.

[0074] Furthermore, this disclosure generally relates to racket sports. More specifically, this disclosure describes a replaceable Peak racket surface.

[0075] Furthermore, this disclosure describes a replaceable Peak racket surface. The replaceable Peak racket surface may include a surface plate (a carbon fiber surface plate) and an adhesive, which is applied directly to the carbon fiber surface plate in a factory manufacturing the replaceable Peak racket face. Additionally, the adhesive pattern is die-cut in the factory to directly match the shape of the carbon fiber surface plate, and they are assembled together in the factory.

[0076] Furthermore, this disclosure describes a Peak racket with a replaceable Peak racket surface. The replaceable Peak racket face may include a carbon fiber or additional textured material surface plate. Furthermore, the surface plate is thin and textured. Furthermore, the surface plate may contain a non-woven CFRP (carbon fiber reinforced polymer) layer such as unidirectional carbon fiber, or a woven CFRP layer such as plain weave or twill weave carbon fiber, or woven / non-woven Kevlar or other aramid fibers, or combinations thereof. Furthermore, the number of CFRP or Kevlar or other aramid layers in the surface plate can be any number, but is typically 1, 2, 3, or 4. Furthermore, the woven fabric (whether carbon fiber or other aramid filaments) can have many weave combinations, such as twill weave, plain weave, or patterned weave.

[0077] Furthermore, the carbon fiber surface plate can be constructed by arranging unidirectional carbon fibers in different directions, marked with degrees, and indicating the orientation of the unidirectional carbon fibers. Additionally, the double-layer unidirectional carbon fiber can be constructed by arranging two layers of unidirectional carbon fibers, the first layer and the second layer arranged in a zero-degree configuration. Furthermore, a three-layer unidirectional carbon fiber can be constructed where the filaments of the top and bottom unidirectional carbon fiber layers are arranged in a zero-degree configuration (parallel to each other), while the filaments of the middle layer are arranged at a ninety-degree angle (perpendicular to the outer layer). Moreover, when the filaments of the top unidirectional carbon fiber layer are parallel to the filaments of the bottom unidirectional carbon fiber layer, a two-layer carbon fiber surface plate can be appropriately formed.

[0078] Furthermore, the carbon fiber surface panel needs to have a texture. A press is used to add the texture to the carbon fiber surface panel. The press needs to be double-stacked to increase the texture of the carbon fiber surface panel. The double-stacking of the press may include placing a release film under the top plate of the press to create texture on the outer surface of a top carbon fiber surface panel. In a two-layer configuration, a first layer of unidirectional preimpregnated carbon fiber fabric arranged at zero degrees is placed below the release film. A second layer of unidirectional preimpregnated carbon fiber fabric arranged at zero degrees is placed below the first layer. A satin release film is placed below the second layer to form a smooth surface on opposite sides of the outer surface of the top carbon fiber surface panel. A foam caulplate is placed below the satin release film. A satin release film is placed below the satin release film to form a smooth surface on the inner surface of a bottom carbon fiber surface panel. Furthermore, a second layer of unidirectional preimpregnated carbon fiber fabric, arranged at zero degrees, is placed below the satin release film. A first layer of unidirectional preimpregnated carbon fiber fabric, also arranged at zero degrees, is placed below the second layer. A release film is placed below the first layer of unidirectional preimpregnated carbon fiber fabric and above the bottom plate of the press to create a texture on the outer surface opposite the inner surface of the bottom carbon fiber surface plate. The press's double stacking can produce two carbon fiber surface plates (a top carbon fiber surface plate and a bottom carbon fiber surface plate) in a single operation. A foam pad is added in the middle of the stack to create a uniform texture on the outer surfaces of the two carbon fiber surface plates. The satin release film forms a smooth surface on the inner surface opposite the outer surfaces of the two carbon fiber surface plates. This smooth surface helps improve adhesion.

[0079] Furthermore, in the three-layer configuration, a first layer of unidirectional prepreg carbon fiber fabric arranged at zero degrees is placed below the release film. A second layer of unidirectional prepreg carbon fiber fabric arranged at ninety degrees is placed below the first layer. A third layer of unidirectional prepreg carbon fiber fabric arranged at zero degrees is placed below the second layer. A satin release film is placed below the third layer to form a smooth surface on the opposite side of the outer surface of the top carbon fiber surface plate. A foam plate is placed below the satin release film. A satin release film is placed below the satin release film to form a smooth surface on the inner surface of a bottom carbon fiber surface plate. A third layer of unidirectional prepreg carbon fiber fabric arranged at zero degrees is placed below the satin release film. A second layer of unidirectional prepreg carbon fiber fabric arranged at ninety degrees is placed below the third layer. Furthermore, a first layer of unidirectional preimpregnated carbon fiber fabric arranged at zero degrees is placed below the second layer of unidirectional preimpregnated carbon fiber fabric. Additionally, a release film is placed below the first layer of unidirectional preimpregnated carbon fiber fabric and above the bottom plate of the press to create a texture on the outer surface opposite the inner surface of the bottom carbon fiber surface plate. This is located below the top plate of the press. Furthermore, the double stacking of the press can produce two carbon fiber surface plates (a top carbon fiber surface plate and a bottom carbon fiber surface plate) in one operation. Furthermore, a foam pad is added in the middle of the stack to create a uniform texture on the outer surface of the three carbon fiber surface plates. Furthermore, the satin release film forms a smooth surface on the inner surface opposite the outer surface of the three carbon fiber surface plates. This smooth surface helps to improve adhesion.

[0080] Furthermore, the replaceable Peak racket face may include a differential adhesive. This differential adhesive allows for easy removal of the replaceable Peak racket face from the Peak racket without separating the inner surface of the carbon fiber faceplate from the adhesive, and without leaving any adhesive residue on the outer surface of the Peak racket. The differential adhesive has different bonding strengths on one side and the other. It may resemble double-sided tape, with one side having very high shear / peel strength and being very difficult to remove, while the other side has lower shear strength and is easier to remove. The differential adhesive may be a 3M repositionable tape, such as Product 9425HT. The surfaces bonded to the differential adhesive should be as smooth as possible. The differential adhesive needs to be extremely thin to comply with the racket deflection rules associated with the US Peak Association. Alternatively, the differential adhesive may be a pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA). Additionally, PSA strengthens the bond between the replaceable Peak racket face and the outer surface of the Peak ball with each impact. Furthermore, PSA reduces the noise generated when the ball hits the Peak racket, making it quieter.

[0081] Furthermore, the replaceable Peak racket face may include a pull lug (also referred to herein as a "lug"). This pull lug is a small lug that a user can "pull" with their finger. The pull lug is used to remove the replaceable Peak racket face from a backing paper. The replaceable Peak racket face is attached to the backing paper. The user can easily peel the replaceable Peak racket face from the backing paper (brown paper) using the pull lug without holding / touching any glue or adhesive. The pull lug can also be used to remove the replaceable Peak racket face from the Peak racket. When the user wants to replace the replaceable Peak racket face, they can grasp the pull lug again and peel the replaceable Peak racket face from the Peak racket again without holding / touching any glue.

[0082] Figure 1 This is a front view of a replaceable Peak racket panel 100 (also referred to herein as surface plate 102) according to some embodiments, including a racket 202 (as shown in the image). Figure 2 A textured surface (as shown) is provided to facilitate hitting the ball with the racket 202. Furthermore, the replaceable Peak racket panel 100 may include a surface plate 102. Additionally, as... Figure 3 As shown, the surface panel 102 may include at least one material layer 302. Furthermore, the surface panel 102 may be a textured surface panel 102. Additionally, as... Figure 2As shown, the surface plate 102 can be configured to be removably attached to a core portion 204 of the racket 202 using at least one adhesive. Furthermore, as... Figure 2 As shown, the at least one adhesive can be applied to an inner side 206 of the surface plate 102. Furthermore, the surface plate 102 has a shape corresponding to the core shape of the core portion 204. Additionally, as... Figure 2 As shown, the surface plate 102 may include a playing surface on its outer side 208. Furthermore, the outer side 208 is opposite to the inner side 206. Additionally, the surface plate 102 may include a replaceable Peak racket surface. Furthermore, the surface plate 102 may include a self-adhesive textured sticker sheet. Furthermore, the racket 202 may include a Peak racket. Furthermore, the core portion 204 may include a core layer, and at least one material layer 302 may include a surface texture layer. Furthermore, the surface plate 102 may be a panel for a Peak racket. Furthermore, the Peak racket may include a head and a handle. Furthermore, the core shape of the core portion 204 corresponds to the shape of the head. Furthermore, the replaceable Peak racket panel may include multiple layers. Furthermore, the at least one material layer 302 may include a carbon fiber woven layer, a graphite composite layer, or a glass fiber or other composite material layer. Furthermore, in some embodiments, the surface plate 102 may be configured to protect the core portion 204 of the racket 202. Additionally, the core portion 202 may be the base of the racket 202. Furthermore, the surface plate 102 may be a Peak racket protector. Moreover, the Peak racket protector may be removably attached to the core portion 204 of the racket using at least one adhesive to form the hitting surface.

[0083] In addition, such as Figure 3 As shown, in some embodiments, the surface panel 102 may include at least one layer 304 of adhesive on the inner side 206 of the surface panel 102. Furthermore, the at least one layer of adhesive 304 facilitates the removable attachment of the surface panel 102 to the core portion 204.

[0084] In another embodiment, such as Figure 4As shown, the replaceable Peak racket faceplate 100 may include an edge guard 402 configured to at least partially surround the periphery of the head of the racket 202. Furthermore, the head may include the faceplate 102 and the core portion 204. Additionally, the edge guard 402 may contain at least one material. Moreover, the at least one material of the edge guard 402 absorbs impact forces applied to the edge guard 402 to protect the surface from the effects of impact forces. Furthermore, the at least one material may include an impact-absorbing material. Furthermore, the at least one material may include acrylic resin, silicone resin, polyurethane, etc.

[0085] Furthermore, in some embodiments, such as Figure 5 As shown, the surface panel 102 may include at least one panel portion 502-506 located at at least one position on the surface panel 102. Furthermore, the at least one panel portion 502-506 may include at least one first material layer different from the at least one material layer 302. Moreover, the at least one first material layer may include metal, wood, etc.

[0086] In addition, in some embodiments, the at least one material layer may comprise at least one of carbon fiber, graphite, glass fiber, Kevlar, and composite materials.

[0087] Furthermore, in some embodiments, such as Figure 7 As shown, the surface plate 102 defines at least one cavity 702-708 located at at least one position on the surface plate 102.

[0088] In one embodiment, such as Figure 8 The replaceable Peak racket panel 100 shown may include at least one additional plate portion 802-808. Furthermore, the at least one additional plate portion 802-808 may be configured to be disposed in at least one cavity 702-708 at at least one location based on removal. Additionally, the at least one additional plate may contain at least one first material layer different from the at least one material layer 302. Furthermore, the at least one additional plate portion 802-808 may be at least one strip.

[0089] Furthermore, in some embodiments, such as Figure 9As shown, the at least one material layer 302 may include a first material layer 902 and a second material layer 904. The first material layer 902 forms the striking surface, and the second material layer 904 may be disposed adjacent to the first material layer 902. Furthermore, the second material layer 904 may be colored with at least one color. Furthermore, the second material layer 904 may be exposed on the striking surface by removing at least a portion of the first material layer 902. Furthermore, the first material layer 902 may include a carbon fiber material layer, a graphite composite layer, or a glass fiber composite or other composite material layer. Furthermore, the second material layer 904 may include a pigment layer of at least one color. Furthermore, the at least one color may be a bright color.

[0090] Figure 2 A front view of a replaceable Peak racket panel 100 attached to racket 202 according to some embodiments and racket 202.

[0091] Figure 3 This is a top perspective view of a replaceable Peak racket panel 100 according to some embodiments.

[0092] Figure 4 This is a top perspective view of a replaceable Peak racket panel 100 according to some embodiments.

[0093] Figure 5 A front view of a replaceable Peak racket panel 100 attached to racket 202 according to some embodiments and racket 202.

[0094] Figure 6 A front view of a replaceable Peak racket panel 100 attached to racket 202 according to some embodiments and racket 202.

[0095] Figure 7 A front view of a replaceable Peak racket panel 100 attached to racket 202 according to some embodiments and racket 202.

[0096] Figure 8 A front view of a replaceable Peak racket panel 100 attached to racket 202 according to some embodiments and racket 202.

[0097] Figure 9 This is a top perspective view of a replaceable Peak racket panel 100 according to some embodiments.

[0098] Figure 10 This is a front view of a racket 202 and a replaceable Peak racket panel 100 according to some embodiments. Furthermore, the racket 202 may include a head 1004 and a handle 1002 coupled to the head 1004.

[0099] Figure 11The image shows a front view of a replaceable peak racket face 100 attached to a racket 202 according to some embodiments. Furthermore, the replaceable peak racket face 100 may include at least one lead sheet 1102-1106.

[0100] Figure 12 This is an exploded view of a racket 1200 having a replaceable Peak racket face according to some embodiments. Furthermore, the racket 1200 may include a core 1202, a rubber band 1204, a grip 1206, an end cap 1208, and pallets 1210-1212. Additionally, the replaceable Peak racket face may include an edge guard 1214, a graphic layer 1216, and face plates 1218-1220.

[0101] Figure 13 A top perspective view of a racket 1200 having a replaceable racket surface according to some embodiments.

[0102] Figure 14 This is a front view of a surface plate 1400 that can be attached to a racket 1402 according to some embodiments, and the racket 1402. Furthermore, the surface plate 1400 can be attached to the core portion 1404 of the racket 1402 using adhesive dispensed from an adhesive container 1406.

[0103] Figure 15 This is a front view of a surface plate 1400 that can be attached to a racket 1402 according to some embodiments, and the racket 1402. Furthermore, an adhesive applicator 1502 can be used to apply the dispensed adhesive. Additionally, the adhesive applicator 1502 may include a clamp 1504 and a sponge 1506.

[0104] Figure 16 This is a front view of a surface plate 1400 that can be attached to a racket 1402 according to some embodiments, and the racket 1402. Furthermore, the surface plate 1400 can be removed from the core portion 1404 using a removal tool 1602.

[0105] Figure 17 A front view of at least one strip 1702-1706 of the surface panel 1400 according to some embodiments.

[0106] Figure 18This is a front view of a replaceable peak racket panel 1800 for a racket according to some embodiments, facilitating hitting a ball with the racket. The replaceable peak racket panel 1800 may include a surface plate 1802. The surface plate 1802 may include at least one material layer 1804. The surface plate 1802 may also include at least one adhesive layer 1806 on an inner side 1808 of the surface plate 1802. The at least one adhesive layer 1806 facilitates removable attachment of the surface plate 1802 to the core portion of the racket using the at least one adhesive. The surface plate 1802 has a shape corresponding to the core shape of the core portion. The surface plate 1802 may include a hitting surface on an outer side 1810 of the surface plate 1802. The outer side 1810 is opposite to the inner side 1808.

[0107] In another embodiment, the replaceable Peak racket face 1800 may include a rim protector configured to at least partially surround the periphery of the racket head. Furthermore, the head may include the face plate 1802 and the core portion. Additionally, the rim protector may comprise at least one material. Moreover, the at least one material of the rim protector absorbs impact forces applied to it, thereby protecting the surface from the effects of impact forces.

[0108] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the surface panel 1802 may include at least one plate portion located at at least one position on the surface panel 1802. Additionally, the at least one plate portion may include at least one first material layer different from the at least one material layer 1804.

[0109] In addition, in some embodiments, the at least one material layer may comprise at least one of carbon fiber, graphite, glass fiber, and composite materials.

[0110] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the surface plate 1802 defines at least one cavity at at least one location on the surface plate 1802.

[0111] In one embodiment, the replaceable Peak racket panel 1800 may include at least one additional plate portion. Furthermore, the at least one additional plate portion may be configured to be disposed in at least one cavity at at least one location based on removal. Additionally, the at least one additional plate may include at least one first material layer different from the at least one material layer 1804.

[0112] Figure 19 A front view of a racket 1900 according to some embodiments shows that the racket has a replaceable peak racket face 1906 for hitting the ball with the racket 1900. Accordingly, the racket 1900 may include a core portion 1902, a handle 1904, and the replaceable peak racket face 1906.

[0113] In addition, the handle 1904 can be connected to the core part 1902.

[0114] Furthermore, the replaceable Peak racket panel 1906 may include a surface plate 1908. The surface plate 1908 may include at least one layer of material. The surface plate 1908 may be configured to be removably attached to the core portion 1902 of the racket 1900 using at least one adhesive. The at least one adhesive may be applied to the inner side 1910 of the surface plate 1908. The surface plate 1908 has a shape corresponding to the core shape of the core portion 1902. The surface plate 1908 may include a striking surface on the outer side 1912 of the surface plate 1908. The outer side 1912 is opposite to the inner side 1910.

[0115] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the surface panel 1908 may include at least one layer of adhesive on the inner side 1910 of the surface panel 1908. Additionally, the layer of at least one adhesive facilitates the removable attachment of the panel 1908 to the core portion 1902.

[0116] In another embodiment, the replaceable peak racket face 1906 may include a portion configured to surround the periphery of the head of the racket 1900. Furthermore, the head may include the surface plate 1908 and the core portion 1902. Additionally, the rim protector may comprise at least one material. Moreover, the at least one material of the rim protector absorbs impact forces applied to the rim protector to protect the surface from the effects of impact forces.

[0117] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the surface plate 1908 may include at least one plate portion located at at least one position on the surface plate 1908. Additionally, the at least one plate portion may include at least one first material layer different from the at least one material layer.

[0118] In addition, in some embodiments, the at least one material layer may comprise at least one of carbon fiber, graphite, glass fiber, and composite materials.

[0119] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the surface plate 1908 defines at least one cavity at at least one location on the surface plate 1908.

[0120] In one embodiment, the replaceable Peak racket panel 1906 may include at least one additional plate portion. Furthermore, the at least one additional plate portion may be configured to be disposed in at least one cavity at at least one location based on removal. Additionally, the at least one additional plate may include at least one first material layer different from the at least one material layer.

[0121] Figure 20This is a top perspective view of a replaceable Peak racket faceplate 2000 for a racket (such as racket 2500) according to some embodiments, for facilitating hitting a ball with the racket. Furthermore, the racket may include a Peak racket. Additionally, the replaceable Peak racket faceplate 2000 may include a replaceable Peak racket surface. Furthermore, the replaceable Peak racket faceplate 2000 may include a surface plate 2002, a backing plate 2008, and a lug 2010.

[0122] Furthermore, the surface panel 2002 may include at least one carbon fiber layer 2004 and at least one adhesive layer 2006. Furthermore, the at least one carbon fiber layer 2004 may include at least one material comprising carbon fiber. Furthermore, the surface panel 2002 may be a carbon fiber surface panel. Furthermore, the at least one carbon fiber layer 2004 may be a carbon fiber surface panel. Furthermore, the at least one carbon fiber layer 2004 may include, for example... Figure 21 The outer surface 2102 shown and as shown Figure 22 The inner surface 2202 is shown. Furthermore, the at least one adhesive layer 2006 may be disposed on the inner surface 2202 of the at least one carbon fiber layer 2004. Furthermore, the inner surface 2202 may correspond to the inner side of the at least one carbon fiber layer 2004 of the surface plate 2002. Furthermore, the outer surface 2102 of the at least one carbon fiber layer 2004 forms the hitting surface 2012 of the surface plate 2002. Furthermore, the outer surface 2102 corresponds to the outer side of the at least one carbon fiber layer 2004 of the surface plate 2002. Furthermore, the surface plate 2002 has a shape corresponding to the core portion of the racket. Furthermore, the surface plate 2002 may be configured to be attached to the outer surface of the core portion based on the at least one adhesive layer 2006. Furthermore, the at least one adhesive layer 2006 may include, for example... Figure 21 The first surface 2104 shown, and as Figure 22 The second surface 2204 is shown opposite the first surface 2104. Furthermore, the at least one adhesive layer 2006 may contain at least one adhesive. Furthermore, based on the at least one adhesive layer 2006 being disposed on the inner surface 2202 of the at least one carbon fiber layer 2004, the first surface 2104 of the at least one adhesive layer 2006 can be attached to the inner surface 2202 of the at least one carbon fiber layer 2004. Furthermore, the second surface 2204 can be configured to attach to the outer surface of the core portion to attach the surface plate 2002 to the outer surface of the core portion.

[0123] Furthermore, the backing sheet 2008 can be removably attached to the second surface 2204 of the at least one adhesive layer 2006. Additionally, the backing sheet 2008 can be configured to be removed from the second surface 2204 to expose the second surface 2204 of the at least one adhesive layer 2006. Furthermore, the second surface 2204 can be configured to attach to the outer surface of the core portion based on this exposure. Additionally, the backing sheet 2008 can be a backing release paper.

[0124] Furthermore, the lug 2010 may be attached to the surface plate 2002. Furthermore, the lug 2010 may be configured to receive at least one action. Furthermore, the at least one action may include a gripping and pulling action. Furthermore, removal of the backing sheet 2008 from the second surface 2204 may be based on the at least one action received by the lug 2010. Furthermore, the lug 2010 may be a pull lug.

[0125] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the outer surface 2102 of the at least one carbon fiber layer 2004 may be textured, and the inner surface 2202 of the at least one carbon fiber layer 2004 may be flat. Additionally, the inner surface 2202 of the at least one carbon fiber layer 2004 may be untextured, smooth, etc.

[0126] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the at least one carbon fiber layer 2004 may include at least one unidirectional carbon fiber layer.

[0127] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the at least one carbon fiber layer 2004 may include a top unidirectional carbon fiber layer 2302 and a bottom unidirectional carbon fiber layer 2304. Moreover, the top unidirectional carbon fiber layer 2302 and the bottom unidirectional carbon fiber layer 2304 are arranged in at least one configuration.

[0128] Furthermore, in one embodiment, the at least one configuration may include a zero-degree configuration. Additionally, in this zero-degree configuration, such as... Figure 23 The filaments of the top unidirectional carbon fiber layer 2302 shown can be parallel to, for example... Figure 23 The bottom unidirectional carbon fiber layer 2304 is shown with its filament arrangement.

[0129] Furthermore, in one embodiment, the at least one configuration may include a 90-degree configuration. In this 90-degree configuration, the filaments of the top unidirectional carbon fiber layer 2302 may be orthogonal to the filament arrangement of the bottom unidirectional carbon fiber layer 2304.

[0130] Furthermore, in some embodiments, such as Figure 26As shown, the at least one carbon fiber layer 2004 may include a top unidirectional carbon fiber layer 2602, a middle unidirectional carbon fiber layer 2604, and a bottom unidirectional carbon fiber layer 2606. Furthermore, the top unidirectional carbon fiber layer 2602, the middle unidirectional carbon fiber layer 2604, and the bottom unidirectional carbon fiber layer 2606 are arranged in at least one configuration. In addition, in this at least one configuration, the filaments of the middle unidirectional carbon fiber layer 2604 may be arranged orthogonally to the filaments of the top unidirectional carbon fiber layer 2602 and the bottom unidirectional carbon fiber layer 2606, and the filaments of the top unidirectional carbon fiber layer 2602 may be parallel to the filaments of the bottom unidirectional carbon fiber layer 2606.

[0131] Furthermore, in one embodiment, in the at least one configuration, the filaments of the top unidirectional carbon fiber layer 2602 and the filaments of the bottom unidirectional carbon fiber layer 2606 can be arranged at zero degrees, and the filaments of the middle unidirectional carbon fiber layer 2604 can be arranged at ninety degrees.

[0132] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the at least one carbon fiber layer 2004 may include a woven carbon fiber fabric. Additionally, the woven carbon fiber fabric may be associated with at least one woven fabric. Furthermore, the at least one woven fabric may include a twill weave, a plain weave, a patterned weave, etc.

[0133] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the at least one adhesive layer 2006 may comprise a differential adhesive. Additionally, the first surface 2104 has a first adhesion coefficient, and the second surface 2204 has a second adhesion coefficient. Furthermore, the first adhesion coefficient may be greater than the second adhesion coefficient.

[0134] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the surface plate 2002 may be configured to be removably attached to the outer surface of the core portion.

[0135] Furthermore, in one embodiment, the tab 2010 may be configured to receive at least one action. Additionally, removing the surface plate 2002 from the outer surface may be further based on the at least one action received by the tab 2010. Furthermore, removing the surface plate 2002 may include peeling off the surface plate 2002.

[0136] According to several aspects, a replaceable Peak racket faceplate for a racket is disclosed to facilitate hitting a ball with the racket. Furthermore, the replaceable Peak racket faceplate may include a surface plate comprising at least one carbon fiber layer and at least one adhesive layer. Furthermore, the at least one carbon fiber layer may include an outer surface and an inner surface. Furthermore, the at least one adhesive layer may be disposed on the inner surface of the at least one carbon fiber layer. Furthermore, the outer surface of the at least one carbon fiber layer forms the hitting surface of the faceplate. Furthermore, the face plate has a shape corresponding to the core portion of the racket. Furthermore, the face plate may be configured to be attached to the outer surface of the core portion based on the at least one adhesive layer.

[0137] According to some other aspects, the outer surface of the at least one carbon fiber layer may be textured, and the inner surface of the at least one carbon fiber layer may be flat.

[0138] According to some other aspects, the at least one carbon fiber layer may include at least one unidirectional carbon fiber layer.

[0139] According to some other aspects, the at least one carbon fiber layer may include a top unidirectional carbon fiber layer and a bottom unidirectional carbon fiber layer. Furthermore, the top unidirectional carbon fiber layer and the bottom unidirectional carbon fiber layer are arranged in at least one configuration.

[0140] According to another aspect, the at least one configuration may include a zero-degree configuration. Furthermore, in this zero-degree configuration, the filaments of the top unidirectional carbon fiber layer may be arranged parallel to the filaments of the bottom unidirectional carbon fiber layer.

[0141] According to another aspect, the at least one configuration may include a 90-degree configuration. Furthermore, in this 90-degree configuration, the filaments of the top unidirectional carbon fiber layer may be orthogonal to the filament arrangement of the bottom unidirectional carbon fiber layer.

[0142] According to some other aspects, the at least one carbon fiber layer may include a top unidirectional carbon fiber layer, a middle unidirectional carbon fiber layer, and a bottom unidirectional carbon fiber layer. Furthermore, the top unidirectional carbon fiber layer, the middle unidirectional carbon fiber layer, and the bottom unidirectional carbon fiber layer are arranged in at least one configuration. In addition, in this at least one configuration, the filaments of the middle unidirectional carbon fiber layer may be arranged orthogonally to the filaments of the top unidirectional carbon fiber layer and the bottom unidirectional carbon fiber layer, and the filaments of the top unidirectional carbon fiber layer may be parallel to the filaments of the bottom unidirectional carbon fiber layer.

[0143] According to another aspect, in at least one configuration, the filaments of the top unidirectional carbon fiber layer and the filaments of the bottom unidirectional carbon fiber layer can be arranged at zero degrees, and the filaments of the middle unidirectional carbon fiber layer can be arranged at ninety degrees.

[0144] According to some other aspects, the at least one carbon fiber layer may include woven carbon fiber cloth.

[0145] According to some other aspects, the at least one adhesive layer may include a first surface and a second surface opposite to the first surface. Furthermore, based on the at least one adhesive layer being disposed on the inner surface of the at least one carbon fiber layer, the first surface of the at least one adhesive layer may be attached to the inner surface of the at least one carbon fiber layer. Additionally, the second surface may be configured to be attached to the outer surface of the core portion for attaching the surface plate to the outer surface of the core portion.

[0146] According to another aspect, the at least one adhesive layer may comprise a differential adhesive. Furthermore, the first surface has a first adhesion coefficient, and the second surface has a second adhesion coefficient. Additionally, the first adhesion coefficient may be greater than the second adhesion coefficient.

[0147] According to another aspect, the replaceable Peak racket panel may include a backing sheet removably attached to a second surface of the at least one adhesive layer. Furthermore, the backing sheet may be configured to be removed from the second surface to expose the second surface of the at least one adhesive layer. Additionally, the second surface may be configured to attach to the outer surface of the core portion based on this exposure.

[0148] According to another aspect, the replaceable Peak racket faceplate may include a lug attached to the faceplate. Furthermore, the lug may be configured to receive at least one action. Additionally, removal of the backing sheet from the second surface may be based on the at least one action received by the lug.

[0149] According to some other aspects, the surface panel can be configured to be removably attached to the outer surface of the core portion.

[0150] According to another aspect, the replaceable Peak racket faceplate may include a lug attached to the faceplate. Furthermore, the lug may be configured to receive at least one action. Additionally, removal of the faceplate from the outer surface may be based on the at least one action received by the lug.

[0151] According to some other aspects, the at least one adhesive layer may contain a pressure-sensitive adhesive.

[0152] According to several aspects, a replaceable Peak racket faceplate for a racket is disclosed to facilitate hitting a ball with the racket. The replaceable Peak racket faceplate may include a faceplate, a backing plate, and a lug. The faceplate may include at least one carbon fiber layer and at least one adhesive layer. The at least one carbon fiber layer may include an outer surface and an inner surface. The at least one adhesive layer may be disposed on the inner surface of the at least one carbon fiber layer. The outer surface of the at least one carbon fiber layer forms the hitting surface of the faceplate. The faceplate has a shape corresponding to the core portion of the racket. The faceplate may be configured to be attached to the outer surface of the core portion based on the at least one adhesive layer. The at least one adhesive layer may include a first surface and a second surface opposite to the first surface. Based on the at least one adhesive layer being disposed on the inner surface of the at least one carbon fiber layer, the first surface of the at least one adhesive layer may be attached to the inner surface of the at least one carbon fiber layer. Furthermore, the second surface may be configured to attach to the outer surface of the core portion for attaching the surface plate to the outer surface of the core portion. Furthermore, the backing sheet may be removably attached to the second surface of the at least one adhesive layer. Furthermore, the backing sheet may be configured to be removed from the second surface to expose the second surface of the at least one adhesive layer. Furthermore, the second surface may be configured to attach to the outer surface of the core portion based on this exposure. Furthermore, the tab may be attached to the surface plate. Furthermore, the tab may be configured to receive at least one action. Furthermore, the removal of the backing sheet from the second surface may be based on the at least one action received by the tab.

[0153] According to several aspects, a replaceable Peak racket faceplate for a racket is disclosed for facilitating hitting a ball with the racket. Furthermore, the replaceable Peak racket faceplate may include a surface plate and a lug. Furthermore, the surface plate may include at least one carbon fiber layer and at least one adhesive layer. Furthermore, the at least one carbon fiber layer may include an outer surface and an inner surface. Furthermore, the at least one adhesive layer may be disposed on the inner surface of the at least one carbon fiber layer. Furthermore, the outer surface of the at least one carbon fiber layer forms the hitting surface of the surface plate. Furthermore, the surface plate has a shape corresponding to the core portion of the racket. Furthermore, the surface plate may be configured to be removably attached to the outer surface of the core portion based on the at least one adhesive layer. Furthermore, the lug may be attached to the surface plate. Furthermore, the lug may be configured to receive at least one action. Furthermore, removal of the surface plate from the outer surface may be based on the at least one action received by the lug.

[0154] See Figure 27A Peak Ball Kit for customizing and repairing Peak rackets is shown. The Peak Ball Kit may include a replaceable Peak racket surface, at least one adhesive, at least one strip, at least one adhesive applicator, and a removal tool. Furthermore, the at least one strip is characterized by its geometry. This geometry may include rectangles, squares, circles, etc. Furthermore, the removal tool may include a rubber chip, a metal chip, etc. Furthermore, the removal tool assists the player in removing the first replaceable Peak racket face worn from hitting the ball. Furthermore, the removal tool assists the player in removing adhesive or glue that has been used to attach the first replaceable Peak racket face to the base of the Peak racket. Furthermore, the at least one adhesive applicator may include a sponge and a clamp for securing the sponge (or rubber sponge). Furthermore, the clamp may be held by the player. In addition, the at least one adhesive applicator can be used to assist the player in applying at least one adhesive to the base of the Peak racket for attaching a new replaceable Peak racket surface.

[0155] See now Figures 28-30In some embodiments, the replaceable peak racket panel may include at least one sensor configured to generate at least one sensor data based on detecting the impact of a game ball on the peak racket. Furthermore, the at least one sensor may include a pressure sensor, orientation sensor, accelerometer, proximity sensor, height sensor, velocity sensor, etc. Additionally, the replaceable peak racket panel may include a processing device communicatively coupled to the at least one sensor. Furthermore, the processing device may be configured to analyze the at least one sensor data. Furthermore, the processing device may be configured to determine pickleball game information based on the analysis. Moreover, the pickleball game information may include game ball information, player game information, etc. Furthermore, the game ball information may include the velocity, spin, force, etc., of the game ball when it hits the replaceable peak racket surface. Furthermore, in one embodiment, the game ball information may include segment information (such as the position on the replaceable peak racket) of the game ball when it hits the replaceable peak racket surface. Furthermore, the player match information may include the speed of the Peak racket as the ball leaves the replaceable Peak racket face after being struck by the player, the player's speed, spin rate, etc. Additionally, the replaceable Peak racket face may include a communication device communicatively coupled to the processing device. Furthermore, the communication device may be configured to send the Peak match information to at least one player device associated with the player. Moreover, the at least one player device may include a smartphone, tablet, laptop, personal computer, etc.

[0156] More specifically, the online platform 100, consistent with various embodiments of this disclosure, may be hosted on a centralized server 102, such as, for example, a cloud computing service. The centralized server 102 may communicate with other network entities, such as, for example, a mobile device 106 (such as a smartphone, laptop, tablet, etc.), other electronic devices 110 (such as a desktop computer, server computer, etc.), a database 114, sensors 116, and a device 118 (such as a replaceable pickleball racket surface), via a communication network 104 (such as a mobile device 106, a smartphone, a laptop, a tablet, etc.), other electronic devices 110 (such as a desktop computer, a server computer, etc.), a database 114, sensors 116, and a device 118 (such as a replaceable pickleball racket surface). Furthermore, users of the online platform 100 may include stakeholders, such as, but not limited to, end-users, pickleball players, sports coaches, and administrators. Accordingly, in some cases, electronic devices operated by one or more stakeholders may communicate with the online platform 100.

[0157] Users 112 (such as one or more relevant parties) can access the online platform 100 through web-based software applications or browsers. Web-based software applications may take the form of, but are not limited to, websites, web applications, desktop applications, and mobile applications compatible with computing device 1100.

[0158] In a basic configuration, computing device 1100 may include at least one processing unit 1102 and a system memory 1104. Depending on the configuration and type of computing device, system memory 1104 may include, but is not limited to, volatile memory (e.g., random access memory (RAM)), non-volatile memory (e.g., read-only memory (ROM)), flash memory, or any combination thereof. System memory 1104 may include an operating system 1105, one or more programming modules 1106, and may include program data 1107. Operating system 1105 may, for example, be adapted to control the operation of computing device 1100. In one embodiment, programming module 1106 may include an image processing module, a machine learning module, and / or an image classification module. Furthermore, embodiments of this disclosure can be practiced in conjunction with graphics libraries, other operating systems, or any other applications, and are not limited to any particular application or system. This basic configuration in Figure 16 The components shown are those within the dashed line 1108.

[0159] The computing device 1100 may have additional features or functions. For example, the computing device 1100 may also include additional data storage devices (removable and / or non-removable), such as disks, optical discs, or magnetic tapes. This additional storage... Figure 16The image shows removable storage 1109 and non-removable storage 1110. Computer storage media can include volatile and non-volatile, removable and non-removable media implemented using any method or technology for storing information (such as computer-readable instructions, data structures, program modules, or other data). System memory 1104, removable storage 1109, and non-removable storage 1110 are examples of computer storage media (i.e., memory storage). Computer storage media can include, but are not limited to, RAM, ROM, electrically erasable read-only memory (EEPROM), flash memory or other storage technologies, CD-ROM, digital versatile disc (DVD) or other optical storage, magnetic cassettes, magnetic tape, disk storage or other magnetic storage devices, or any other medium that can be used to store information and is accessible by computing device 1100. Any such computer storage medium can be part of device 1100. The computing device 1100 may also include an input device 1112, such as a keyboard, mouse, pen, voice input device, touch input device, position sensor, camera, biometric sensor, etc. It may also include an output device 1114, such as a display, speaker, printer, etc. The above devices are examples, and other devices may also be used.

[0160] The computing device 1100 may also include a communication connection 1116 that allows the device 1100 to communicate with other computing devices 1118, such as via a network in a distributed computing environment, such as an intranet or the Internet. Communication connection 1116 is an example of a communication medium. A communication medium can generally be embodied in computer-readable instructions, data structures, program modules, or other data in modulated data signals (such as carrier waves or other transmission mechanisms), and includes any information transmission medium. The term "modulated data signal" can describe a signal having one or more characteristics that are set or altered in a manner that encodes information in the signal. By way of example and not limitation, a communication medium can include wired media (such as wired networks or direct wired connections) and wireless media (such as acoustic, radio frequency (RF), infrared, and other wireless media). The term computer-readable medium as used herein can include storage media and communication media.

[0161] As described above, multiple program modules and data files, including the operating system 1105, can be stored in system memory 1104. When executed on processing unit 1102, programming module 1106 (e.g., application 1120 such as a media player) can perform processes including one or more stages such as the methods, algorithms, systems, applications, servers, and databases described above. The above process is an example, and processing unit 1102 can execute other processes. Other programming modules that can be used according to embodiments of this disclosure may include sound encoding / decoding applications, machine learning applications, acoustic classifiers, etc.

[0162] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the processing device may be configured to use a machine learning model to analyze the pickleball match information. Additionally, the processing device may be configured to determine a score based on the analysis of the pickleball match information. Furthermore, the score may indicate the player's skill level in the pickleball match. Furthermore, the communication device may be configured to send the score to at least one player device.

[0163] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the processing device may be configured to generate match recommendations based on analysis of the pickleball match information. The match recommendations may also include suggested shot information associated with a suggested shot, which the player should use to improve their performance in the pickleball match. Additionally, the suggested shot information may include technical tutorials demonstrating how to hit the suggested shot. Furthermore, the suggested shot information may include pickle speed and orientation information to obtain suggested speed and suggested spin of the match ball. Furthermore, the communication device may be configured to send the match recommendations to at least one player device.

[0164] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the processing device may be configured to determine playing behavior based on analysis of the pickleball game information. This playing behavior may include both offensive and defensive actions. The processing device may also be configured to analyze the playing behavior and at least one sensor data using a second machine learning model. Furthermore, the processing device may be configured to determine a playing style recommendation based on the analysis of the playing behavior and at least one sensor data. This playing style recommendation may include suggested playing behaviors different from the actual playing behavior. Furthermore, the suggested playing behavior may be more suitable for the player than the actual playing behavior. Moreover, the player may perform better when following the suggested playing behavior. In one instance, the game performance associated with a player currently playing defensively may improve when that player plays offensively. Furthermore, the communication device may be configured to send the playing behavior and the suggested playing behavior to at least one player device.

[0165] Although this disclosure has been explained in conjunction with its preferred embodiments, it should be understood that many other possible modifications and variations may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of this disclosure.

[0166] Unless otherwise expressly stated herein, all numerical values ​​indicating mechanical / thermal properties, percentages of composition, dimensions and / or tolerances or other characteristics in describing the scope of this disclosure should be understood to be modified by the words “about” or “approximately”. Such modification is necessary for various reasons, including industrial practice, materials, manufacturing and assembly tolerances, and testing capabilities.

[0167] When used in this document, the terms A, B, and C should be interpreted as using the logic of non-exclusive OR (AOR B OR C), and should not be interpreted as "at least one A, at least one B, and at least one C".

[0168] In this application, the terms “controller” and / or “module” may refer to, be part of, or include the following, which are: application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs); digital, analog, or mixed-signal analog / digital discrete circuits; digital, analog, or mixed-signal analog / digital integrated circuits; combinational logic circuits; field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs); processor circuits (shared, dedicated, or grouped) that execute code; memory circuits (shared, dedicated, or grouped) that store code executed by the processor circuits; other suitable hardware components that provide the functions (e.g., operational amplifier circuit integrators as part of a thermal flux data module); or combinations of some or all of the above, such as in a system-on-a-chip.

[0169] The term "memory" is a subset of the term "computer-readable medium." As used herein, the term "computer-readable medium" does not encompass transient electrical or electromagnetic signals propagated through a medium (such as on a carrier wave); therefore, the term "computer-readable medium" can be considered tangible and non-transient. Non-limiting examples of non-transient tangible computer-readable media include: non-volatile memory circuits (such as flash memory circuits, erasable programmable read-only memory circuits, or mask read-only circuits), volatile memory circuits (such as static random access memory circuits or dynamic random access memory circuits), magnetic storage media (such as analog or digital magnetic tape or hard disk drives), and optical storage media (such as CDs, DVDs, or Blu-ray discs).

[0170] The apparatus and methods described in this application can be implemented, partially or entirely, by a dedicated computer created by configuring a general-purpose computer to perform one or more specific functions embodied in a computer program. The aforementioned functional blocks, flowchart components, and other elements, as software specifications, can be translated into computer programs through the routine work of skilled technicians or programmers.

[0171] The descriptions in this disclosure are exemplary in nature only, and therefore, any changes that do not depart from the substance of this disclosure should fall within its scope. Such changes should not be considered as a departure from the spirit and scope of this disclosure.

Claims

1. A replaceable racquet face panel for a racquetball racquet, the replaceable racquet face panel comprising: at least one layer of material having an outer ball striking surface and an inner surface configured to be removably attached to the racquetball racquet using at least one adhesive, and the outer ball striking surface comprising a textured surface.

2. The replaceable racquet face panel of claim 1, wherein the replaceable racquet face panel has a shape corresponding to a core portion of the racquetball racquet.

3. The replaceable racquet face panel of claim 1, wherein the at least one adhesive is a self-adhesive affixed to the inner surface of the replaceable racquet face panel.

4. The replaceable racquet face panel of claim 3, wherein the self-adhesive is in the form of a sticker.

5. The replaceable racquet face panel of claim 1, wherein the at least one adhesive is a differential adhesive affixed to the inner surface of the replaceable racquet face panel.

6. The replaceable racquet face panel of claim 5, wherein the differential adhesive has different bond strengths on one side versus the other side.

7. The replaceable racquet face panel of claim 5, wherein the differential adhesive comprises a pressure sensitive adhesive configured to have increasing adhesive strength with successive racquetball impacts to the outer ball striking surface.

8. The replaceable racquet face panel of claim 1, wherein the material of the textured surface is carbon fiber, graphite, aramid fiber, or glass fiber.

9. The replaceable racquet face panel of claim 1, wherein the textured surface is defined by a fiber reinforced polymer material.

10. The replaceable racquet face panel of claim 1, wherein the textured surface is created by a removable non-stick mesh.

11. The replaceable racquet face panel of claim 1, further comprising a pull tab affixed to the replaceable racquet face panel.

12. The replaceable racquet face panel of claim 11, wherein the pull tab is affixed to a lower portion of the replaceable racquet face panel.

13. The replaceable racquet face panel of claim 11, wherein the pull tab defines a rectangular shape.

14. The replaceable racquet face panel of claim 1, further comprising at least one sensor affixed to the replaceable racquet face panel.

15. The replaceable racquet face panel of claim 1, further comprising a graphic layer affixed to the replaceable racquet face panel.

16. The replaceable racquet face panel of claim 1, wherein the replaceable racquet face panel comprises a fiber reinforced polymer material.

17. The replaceable racquet face panel of claim 16, wherein the fibers within the fiber reinforced polymer material are unidirectional.

18. The replaceable racquet face panel of claim 16, wherein the fibers within the fiber reinforced polymer material are woven.

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