Golf Putter Face Protrusion for Top-Spin Ball Rolling
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional golf putters rely on weight and inertia to push the ball, resulting in inefficient rolling and require heavier materials, making them cumbersome for various users.
Innovation Solution
A golf putter with a protrusion on the face that imparts top spin to the ball, utilizing a lighter design and a traditional shaft, allowing for easier swinging and improved rolling performance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Force
If traditional heavy putters (500+ grams) are used to add inertia and push the ball, then the ball can be propelled forward, but the putter becomes cumbersome and difficult to swing for various users
Solution Approach 1:
The patent changes the weight parameter of the putter from traditional 500+ grams to a lighter 300-350 grams, fundamentally altering the mass-inertia relationship. This parameter change allows the lighter putter to achieve effective ball propulsion through alternative mechanisms (protrusion contact and top spin) rather than relying on heavy weight and inertia
Solution Approach 2:
Instead of using the traditional approach where the entire flat face contacts the ball to push it forward through inertia, the patent inverts the contact mechanism by using a protrusion that makes contact with the top of the ball to impart top spin. This inversion changes the fundamental method of ball propulsion from push-based to spin-based
2Speed
If the entire flat face of the putter contacts the ball to push it forward, then the ball can be propelled, but the ball is pushed along the green before rolling efficiently
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by concentrating the contact function to a specific protrusion element on the putter face rather than distributing contact across the entire flat face. This localized contact point creates focused top spin on the ball, improving rolling efficiency while maintaining propulsion speed
Solution Approach 2:
The patent inverts the traditional push-based contact mechanism by using a protrusion that contacts the top of the ball to impart rotation (top spin) rather than pushing the ball forward with the entire face. This inversion transforms the ball's motion from sliding/pushing to efficient rolling
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 protrusion on the putter head enhances ball rolling by creating top spin, providing better results for both professionals and amateurs, and the lighter design improves usability for a wider range of users.
Implementation Method 1
The protrusion makes contact with the ball and gives the golf ball top spin and velocity
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AI summary
The “Cyclops Putter” is an innovative design. It takes traditional graphite or metal shafts. Standard adhesives can be used to assemble the components to the putter, and it is extremely easy to add grips. The putter is extremely easy to use no matter what physical abilities the golfer has. The extremely hard resin material is durable, yet lightweight won't rust, and can be painted in any color.