Golf Alignment Device With Rotatable Arms And Target Line Indicators
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Solution Overview
Problem
Golfers face challenges in visualizing and maintaining alignment with the target line during setup, as traditional alignment rods either obstruct the ball path or require frequent line marking, which is impractical on mats and messy at driving ranges.
Innovation Solution
A portable golf alignment device with rotatable arms and multiple alignment rods allows for adjustable reference points, enabling golfers to visualize and align with the target line without obstructing the ball path, and can be easily set up for various shots.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If an alignment rod is placed parallel to the target line, then the golfer gets a good reference for parallel alignment, but the golfer is forced to focus on a line that is not the target line
Solution Approach 1:
The device divides the alignment function into two separate components: a parallel alignment rod for reference and a target line indicator (laser or sight) for target visualization. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function without interfering with the other, resolving the contradiction between needing a parallel reference and maintaining target line focus.
Solution Approach 2:
The device introduces an intermediary mechanism (laser projector or sight alignment tool) that bridges the gap between the parallel alignment rod and the target line. This intermediary provides visual feedback that connects the parallel reference to the actual target line, allowing the golfer to use both references simultaneously without confusion.
2Measurement precision
If an alignment rod is placed on the target line, then the golfer gets the visual of the actual target line, but the alignment rod prohibits the golfer from hitting a ball on top of it
Solution Approach 1:
The device extracts the visual indication function from the physical alignment rod. Instead of placing a solid rod on the target line, the system uses a laser projector or optical sight that provides visual feedback without physical obstruction. This allows the ball to be placed freely on the target line while maintaining accurate visualization.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces the mechanical alignment rod with an optical system (laser projector or sight alignment tool). This substitution eliminates the physical interference problem while maintaining or improving alignment accuracy, as light can indicate the target line position without occupying physical space that would block ball placement.
3Ease of operation
If a line is marked on the ground, then the golfer can hit the ball off of it, but marking such a line is not suggested at most driving ranges due to the mess and the fact that some driving ranges use mats to hit balls off of
Solution Approach 1:
The device replaces the mechanical act of marking lines on the ground with an optical indication system. The laser projector or sight alignment tool creates a visible reference without any physical contact with the ground or ball, eliminating mess and compatibility issues with driving range mats while maintaining full alignment functionality.
4Ease of operation
If a golfer marks a line on the ground, then the golfer can hit the ball off of it, but it becomes difficult to make the line straight and tedious to mark a new line every time the golfer changes their target line
Solution Approach 1:
The optical alignment system eliminates the time-consuming process of manually marking lines. The laser projector or sight alignment tool can instantly indicate any target line position by simply adjusting the device's orientation, allowing rapid repositioning between shots without the tedious task of recreating physical markers.
Solution Approach 2:
The device introduces dynamic adjustability, allowing the golfer to quickly change the indicated target line position by rotating or repositioning the alignment device. This dynamic capability replaces the static, time-consuming process of marking new lines for each shot, enabling rapid adaptation to different targets and shot types.
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AI summary
Embodiments of the invention include a golf alignment device that holds alignment rods at multiple positions to provide indicators for a golfer's target line, swing, and setup. The base piece has two arms on each end that hold an alignment rod parallel to the base piece, but with a gap between the two rods. These rods are pointed at the golfer's desired target, and this forms the target line. The base piece has multiple holes for a third alignment rod to be inserted. This third rod provides a golfer with a ball, clubface, and hand position indicator. A golfer uses the base piece to align their body up parallel with the target line.