Golf Gimme Putt Measuring Device With Telescoping Rod
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current golf accessories lack an efficient and accurate method for determining gimme putt distance, leading to inconsistent and unfair advantages in recreational rounds, as most rely on subjective estimation rather than standardized measurement.
Innovation Solution
A golf accessory featuring a telescoping rod with a hinge mechanism and trigger, which can be adjusted and locked to determine if a putt is close enough to the hole, eliminating the need for manual estimation and promoting fairness and consistency.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If manual estimation is used to determine gimme putt distance, then the device complexity is reduced, but the measurement precision and fairness deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The device enables self-service measurement by allowing players to independently determine gimme distances using the telescoping rod and hinge mechanism without requiring external measurement tools or complex procedures. The rod naturally falls to the ground at the correct distance, eliminating the need for manual measurement while ensuring consistent and accurate results.
2Measurement precision
If a telescoping rod with hinge mechanism is used to measure gimme distance, then the measurement precision improves, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The device is segmented into two main functional parts: a telescoping rod for distance measurement and a hinge mechanism for positioning. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function efficiently while keeping the overall structure relatively simple and easy to understand for players.
Solution Approach 2:
Instead of requiring players to manually measure and compare distances, the device inverts the approach by using a falling rod mechanism that naturally indicates the correct distance through gravity. The rod falls to the ground at the precise gimme distance, eliminating the need for complex manual measurement procedures.
3Ease of operation
If subjective estimation is used for gimme determination, then the ease of operation improves, but the reliability and fairness deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The device provides self-service functionality that allows any player to accurately determine gimme distances without relying on subjective estimation or expert judgment. The telescoping rod with hinge mechanism objectively measures the distance and indicates when a putt qualifies as a gimme, ensuring consistent and reliable results across all players.
Data Source
AI summary
A golf accessory for determining a gimme putt distance is disclosed. The golf accessory comprises a handle with a trigger, a telescoping rod mounted to the trigger including a length adjustment configuration, a hinge mechanism mounted to the telescoping rod and a base mounted to the hinge mechanism. The hinge mechanism is configured to allow the telescoping rod to fall horizontally on a ground surface upon activation of the trigger to determine a gimme distance in a golf game. The gimme is determined as positive if the telescoping rod covers a ball marker on the ground surface. The gimme is determined as negative if the telescoping rod fails to cover a ball marker on the ground surface.