Electronic Vertical Game Board With Multi-Mode Hole Scoring

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Solution Overview

Problem

Traditional game structures lack electronic integration and varied gameplay, resulting in a less engaging and less versatile gaming experience for players of varying skill levels.

Innovation Solution

An electronic game structure with a vertical board, safety netting, and integrated electronic components that includes sensors in each hole for automatic scorekeeping, an electronic display panel, and multiple game modes (Stroke Play, Match Play, Quota & Vegas Quota) to enhance interaction and adaptability.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If traditional game structures are used, then the device complexity is low, but the adaptability and gaming experience are limited

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvegaming experienceVSAvoidelectronic integration
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The game board is designed with multiple scoring holes that can operate in different game modes (Stroke Play, Match Play, Quota & Vegas Quota), allowing a single device to provide versatile gaming experiences for various skill levels and preferences without requiring separate game structures

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

Manual scorekeeping is replaced with an electronic scoring system that uses sensors in each hole to automatically detect ball entries and calculate scores, eliminating the need for manual tracking and providing real-time score updates through an electronic display

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

2Productivity

If manual scorekeeping is used, then the device complexity is low, but the productivity and engagement are reduced

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvescorekeeping efficiencyVSAvoidelectronic components
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The scoring system is automated through sensors embedded in each scoring hole that automatically detect when a ball enters a hole and record the score without requiring manual intervention, allowing the system to serve itself in the scorekeeping process

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

Manual scorekeeping is replaced with an electronic scoring system that uses sensors in each hole to automatically detect ball entries and calculate scores, eliminating the need for manual tracking and providing real-time score updates through an electronic display

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

3Adaptability or versatility

If simple game modes are used, then the ease of operation is high, but the adaptability to different skill levels is limited

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveplayer skill levelsVSAvoidgameplay complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The game board dynamically adapts to different player skill levels by enabling multiple game modes (Stroke Play for beginners, Match Play for competitive players, Quota & Vegas Quota for strategic players), allowing the system to adjust its complexity and difficulty based on the player's preferences and abilities

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Data Source

PatentUS20250269261A1Electronic Multi-Game Board with Integrated Scoring System
Publication Date: 2025.08.28 GUMS NICHOLAS
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AI summary

An innovative electronic game structure for home and entertainment settings, featuring a vertical board with multiple scoring holes, safety netting, and integrated electronic components. It offers three distinct game modes: Stroke Play, Match Play, Quota & Vegas Quota each with unique scoring and gameplay mechanics. This invention caters to various player skills and preferences, providing a dynamic gaming experience.