Non-Coplanar Golf Swing Trajectory Training Apparatus
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional golf training devices fail to simulate the non-co-planar alignment of backswing and downswing trajectories, leading to inadequate practice for beginners, as they maintain a co-planar design that does not align with professional golfers' swing patterns.
Innovation Solution
A full swing training apparatus with non-coplanar backswing, downswing, and stopping trajectory track units, adjustable to mimic professional golfers' swing trajectories, featuring adjustable rod members, slot and latch mechanisms, and a swing angle control arrangement to accommodate different players and clubs, ensuring proper swing formation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If conventional golf training devices use a co-planar trajectory track design, then the device structure is simple and easy to manufacture, but it fails to simulate the non-co-planar alignment of professional golfers' backswing and downswing trajectories
Solution Approach 1:
The trajectory track is divided into multiple independent segments: a backswing trajectory track unit and a downswing trajectory track unit. Each unit can be independently positioned and adjusted to achieve non-co-planar alignment, accurately simulating professional golfers' swing patterns while maintaining manufacturing simplicity for each segment.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from a two-dimensional co-planar track design to a three-dimensional non-co-planar configuration. The backswing and downswing trajectory units are positioned at different angles and planes relative to each other, adding spatial dimensionality to accurately represent professional swing mechanics.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the trajectory track units are fixed in position, then the device structure is simple, but it cannot accommodate different players with varying body heights, wing spans, and club types
Solution Approach 1:
The trajectory track units are made dynamically adjustable through rod members with slot-latch mechanisms. These mechanisms allow the track units to be repositioned along designated paths to accommodate different player characteristics such as body height, wing span, and club type, transforming a static structure into an adaptable system.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent enables changes in key geometric parameters of the trajectory track, including position, angle, and curvature. By adjusting these parameters through the rod members and latch mechanisms, the device can be customized for different players and club types while maintaining structural integrity.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple adjustable components are added to accommodate different players, then adaptability improves, but the device complexity and difficulty of operation increase
Solution Approach 1:
The adjustable rod members are designed with self-latching mechanisms that automatically secure the trajectory track units at selected positions. This self-service feature allows players to independently adjust the device for their specific needs without requiring complex manual operations or assistance from trainers.
Solution Approach 2:
The slot-latch mechanism acts as an intermediary between the adjustable rod members and the trajectory track units. It simplifies the adjustment process by providing clear guide slots for positioning and automatic latching for securing, making the complex task of customization simple and intuitive for users.
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AI summary
A full swing golf exercise apparatus comprises a supporting rod (7). The supporting rod (7) is provided with a noncoplanner upper rod track rail (1) and lower rod track rail (2) with two ends thereof being joined correspondingly, wherein a stopping rod track rail (13) with a free end is provided on one of the joints.