Golf Accessory Integrating Tools via Magnetic Attachment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Golfers face discomfort and risk of losing or misplacing individual golf tools like divot tools, golf ball position markers, and tees when carried in pockets, and existing solutions lack an appealing design and effective tool integration.
Innovation Solution
A multi-functional golf accessory in the form of a human figure with detachably affixed tools, including a golf ball position marker, divot tool, and tee, utilizing magnetic assemblies for secure attachment and made from materials like plastic or vinyl, providing an aesthetically pleasing and organized solution.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If golfers carry individual golf tools in their pockets, then they can access the tools during play, but they experience discomfort and risk of losing or misplacing the tools
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple golf tools (divot tool, ball marker, tee) into a single integrated accessory that attaches to golfers' clothing. The accessory housing contains all three tools in organized compartments, eliminating the need to carry separate items in pockets while preventing loss through unified attachment.
Solution Approach 2:
The accessory serves multiple functions simultaneously: it holds the divot tool for turf repair, contains the ball marker for position indication, and stores tees for ball placement. This multi-functional design replaces the need for multiple separate carrying methods while maintaining all tool functionalities.
2Adaptability or versatility
If golfers carry multiple individual golf tools, then they have all necessary equipment, but the tools are very small and easy to lose or misplace
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a nested structure where the divot tool, ball marker, and tees are contained within compartments of the accessory housing. The tools are nested within the housing structure, which itself attaches to the golfer's clothing, creating multiple levels of containment that prevent loss while maintaining tool accessibility.
3Ease of operation
If existing golf accessory designs are used, then tools can be carried, but the designs lack an appealing appearance and effective tool integration
Solution Approach 1:
The accessory housing is divided into distinct compartments and sections: an upper compartment for the divot tool, a lower compartment for the ball marker, and a section for tees. This segmentation organizes the tools effectively while allowing each section to be accessed independently, maintaining aesthetic appeal through structured design.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The golf accessory prevents tool loss and misplacement while offering an appealing design that emulates a golf caddy, enhancing playability and convenience by integrating tools in a single, recognizable form.
Implementation Method 1
The golf accessory further comprises a magnetic assembly to detachably attach the golf tool to the human figure
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention discloses a golf accessory comprising at least one human figure and one or more golf tools detachably affixed to the human figure. The golf tools comprise a golf ball position marker, a divot tool, and a golf tee. The human figure comprises a torso member, a head member attached to the torso member, and at least two first limbs movably extend from the torso member. Each first limb comprises an attachment end portion that is pivotally connected to the torso member and a hand end portion. The hand end portion comprises a hollow portion configured to receive and detachably retain the golf tee. The head member comprises at least one first recess configured to securely receive the ball position marker. The torso member comprises at least one second recess configured to securely receive the divot tool.