Golf Grabber With Pivotable Head Assembly

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing grabbing devices are unable to securely grab and insert objects, such as golf tee markers, from a distance into the ground while allowing for remote operation, particularly from a lawn mower.

Innovation Solution

A grabbing device with a handle featuring a moveable section and a fixed section, coupled with a head assembly that includes pivotable elongated members and a pressure cap, allowing for the secure grasping and insertion of objects into the ground.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If a traditional grabbing device is used to grab objects from a distance, then the operator can retrieve objects remotely, but the device cannot insert or push the object into the ground

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveremote object retrievalVSAvoidobject insertion capability

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The grabbing device is designed to perform multiple functions: it can both grab objects from a distance and insert them into the ground. The head assembly with elongated members can transition from a grabbing configuration to an insertion configuration, allowing the same device to accomplish both tasks without requiring separate tools.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The device incorporates movable components including the head assembly that can pivot and the elongated members that can move relative to each other. This dynamic structure allows the device to adapt its configuration between grabbing and insertion modes, enabling versatile operation from a single remote position.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

2Productivity

If an operator manually handles tee markers during mowing, then precise placement is achieved, but the process is time-consuming and reduces productivity

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvemowing efficiencyVSAvoidmanual handling requirement

Core Design Contradiction:

ProductivityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The device replaces manual mechanical handling with a remote-operated mechanical system. The operator controls the grabbing and insertion actions from a distance using the handle mechanism, eliminating the need to manually bend, grasp, and place each tee marker while mowing.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

Solution Approach 2:

The device is designed to be self-contained with all necessary components (handle, shaft, head assembly, elongated members) integrated into a single unit that performs both grabbing and insertion functions automatically once positioned and activated by the operator.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

3Strength

If the head assembly is permanently attached to the shaft, then structural integrity is maintained, but the device lacks adaptability for different head assemblies

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveshaft-head connection integrityVSAvoidhead assembly interchangeability

Core Design Contradiction:

StrengthVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The device is divided into separate modular components: the shaft and the head assembly. The removable coupling between these components allows different head assemblies to be attached to the same shaft, providing versatility while maintaining structural integrity through proper coupling mechanisms during use.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The standardized coupling interface between the shaft and head assembly creates a universal connection system that can accommodate different types of head assemblies. This allows the same shaft to work with multiple head configurations, enhancing the overall versatility of the device.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

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

Enables the remote grabbing and insertion of objects into the ground with ease, reducing the need for manual handling and improving efficiency during tasks like mowing a golf tee box.

Implementation Method 1

a spring, wherein the actuating shaft extends through the spring and actuation of the moveable section compresses the spring to extend the plurality of arms toward a central axis defined by the device

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectSpring: Spring

Implementation Method 2

each of the plurality of elongated members is pivotably coupled to the pivot plate

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectPivoting: Hinge

Implementation Method 3

each of the distal ends of the plurality of elongated members is configured to slide over the object

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectFriction: Friction

Data Source

PatentUS20250083300A1Golf course grabber device

Publication Date: 2025.03.13 MYERS DAVID

AI summary

A grabbing device for grabbing an object from a distance. The grabbing device may include a handle with a moveable section and a fixed section. The moveable section may be coupled to the fixed section. The grabbing device may also include a head assembly with one or more elongated members configured to grab an object. The head assembly may have a shaft coupled to the handle at a proximal end and removably coupled to the head assembly at a distal end, wherein the head assembly may be removed and replaced with an alternative head assembly.