Contact Location Identification via Transferable Marking
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for consistently contacting objects, such as kicking a ball, are difficult and require extensive practice due to lack of immediate physical feedback, making it cumbersome and complex.
Innovation Solution
A contact location identification apparatus with a marking device having an attachment device and a marking receptor surface holding a transferable marker substance, such as chalk or dry erase material, which provides physical feedback by transferring marks to the object upon contact, allowing users to see where they made contact.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If traditional practice methods are used for contacting objects, then users can practice repeatedly, but immediate physical feedback is lacking making it difficult to determine contact location
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies color changes by using a marking substance that leaves a visible mark on the object when contact is made. The marking substance transfers from the marking device to the object, creating a visual indicator (color change or mark) that shows exactly where contact occurred, thereby providing immediate physical feedback and precise contact location detection
2Measurement precision
If electronic devices are used to provide feedback, then contact location can be detected, but the device becomes cumbersome and complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a simple, non-electronic marking device that uses a consumable marking substance. This disposable or easily replaceable marking substance provides contact location information without requiring complex electronic systems, batteries, or processing equipment. The simplicity of the marking device dramatically reduces apparatus complexity while maintaining contact location detection capability
Solution Approach 2:
The marking substance acts as an intermediary between the user's contact with the object and the detection system. Instead of directly detecting contact forces or positions with electronic sensors, the marking substance mediates by physically transferring to the object at the contact point, converting the contact event into a visible mark that can be easily observed without complex equipment
3Reliability
If extensive practice is required to achieve consistent contact, then skill can be improved, but time and effort are excessively consumed
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements immediate visual feedback by transferring a marking substance to the object at the exact contact location. This feedback mechanism allows users to instantly see where they made contact, enabling them to adjust their technique in real-time. The immediate feedback loop accelerates the learning process and helps users achieve consistent contact much faster than traditional practice methods that lack such direct feedback
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables users to accurately determine contact location and improve proficiency without electronic devices, providing immediate and adjustable feedback for various skill levels.
Implementation Method 1
A marking receptor surface is provided on the second side, where the marking receptor surface holds a transferable marker substance
Implementation Method 2
An attachment device is connected with the first side, where the attachment device removably attaches to an object
Data Source
AI summary
A contact location identification apparatus and method consists of a marking device with a first side and a second side. An attachment device is connected with the first side, where the attachment device removably attaches to an object. A marking receptor surface is provided on the second side, where the marking receptor surface holds a transferable marker substance.