Golf Swing Training Aid With Tensile Resistance Feedback

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Solution Overview

Problem

Golfers face challenges in effectively enhancing their golf swing performance due to a lack of practical mechanical feedback and recognition of prior experiences, leading to inconsistent swings and poor body posture, with a disconnect between learning and executing the swing motion.

Innovation Solution

A golf swing training aid comprising a cylindrical grip bar, an extendable tensile member, and a foot band attachment component that provides dynamic resistance to aid in improving shoulder rotation, timing, and compact swing mechanics, helping golfers develop muscle awareness and correct posture through resistance-based training.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Loss of information

If golfers rely on theoretical classroom education about swing mechanics, then they gain knowledge about proper technique, but they fail to develop practical muscle awareness and consistent execution

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveloss of practical mechanical feedbackVSAvoidconsistency of swing execution

Core Design Contradiction:

Loss of informationVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies feedback by providing real-time mechanical resistance through the tensile member that gives the golfer immediate physical feedback during the swing. The resistance mechanism allows the golfer to sense proper takeaway path and shoulder rotation through tactile sensation, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and muscle memory development.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The training aid enables self-service by allowing the golfer to independently train and develop muscle awareness without requiring constant instructor supervision. The device provides self-correcting resistance that guides the golfer's motion, enabling autonomous practice and reinforcement of proper swing mechanics.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

2Loss of information

If golfers focus on thinking about swing mechanics during execution, then they can recall technical information, but they become paralyzed and lose natural body mechanics

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveaccess to swing knowledgeVSAvoidnatural swing execution

Core Design Contradiction:

Loss of informationVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent substitutes the cognitive control system with a mechanical guidance system. Instead of relying on the golfer's brain to consciously control each aspect of the swing, the tensile member provides passive mechanical resistance that naturally guides the motion, allowing the swing to execute more naturally while still reinforcing proper mechanics through physical sensation.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

3Duration of action of moving object

If golfers practice swing mechanics without proper resistance training, then they can maintain flexibility, but they fail to develop timing and rotational control

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveswing flexibilityVSAvoidtiming precision and rotational control

Core Design Contradiction:

Duration of action of moving objectVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies parameter changes by dynamically adjusting the resistance characteristics during the swing motion. The tensile member's resistance varies based on the swing phase and position, providing appropriate challenge to develop timing and rotational control while maintaining natural swing flexibility through controlled resistance rather than rigid constraints.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #35Parameter changes

4Duration of action of stationary object

If golfers extend time away from swinging the club, then they can rest and recover, but they develop poor swing habits and lose muscle memory

Engineering Contradiction:

Improverest periodVSAvoidswing consistency

Core Design Contradiction:

Duration of action of stationary objectVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies preliminary action by providing a training device that can be used during rest periods away from the golf course. The training aid allows golfers to maintain and reinforce proper swing habits during downtime, preventing the development of poor habits while still allowing for necessary rest and recovery from full swing practice.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #10Preliminary action

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 training aid enhances the golfer's ability to sense and execute proper swing mechanics, improving shoulder movement isolation, timing, and maintaining a consistent swing by providing dynamic feedback and resistance during the takeaway and downswing phases.

Implementation Method 1

an extendable tensile member... that provides dynamic resistance

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectElasticity: Elasticity

Data Source

PatentUS11745074B1Golf swing training aid

Publication Date: 2023.09.05 WHITELOCKECRAWFORD RAYMOND H

AI summary

A golf swing training aid comprises a set of components which include a substantially cylindrical grip bar with a first larger end tapering to a second smaller end so as to resemble the grip portion of a golf club. The grip bar has a first attachment eye at its first end. An extendable tensile member with first and second attachment affordances at its ends, such as clips or formed wire hooks, is attached to the first attachment eye at one end and a second attachment eye at the other end. A foot band attachment bracket has a second attachment eye and a base plane which is stepped upon for stability while a user exercises or practices golf swings while working against tensile resistance developed in the tensile member. The attachment component may be formed of sheet metal or made of formed metal wire in whole or in part.