Trampoline Game System with Infrared Detection

The detection system serves multiple functions: it detects player jumps, determines jump locations, and triggers appropriate game responses. The projection system similarly serves multiple purposes by displaying visual targets and providing feedback. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate dedicated components for each function, thereby managing complexity while enhancing interactive game capabilities.

The processor acts as an intermediary that receives signals from the detection system, processes the jump information, and controls the projection system's responses. This central coordination through a single processing unit simplifies the overall system architecture compared to having distributed intelligence across multiple independent components.

The detection system is divided into modular components: infrared light beam emitters, sensors, and reflectors that can be independently positioned and installed. Each trampoline panel can be equipped with its own detection elements, allowing for standardized manufacturing of panel modules that can be assembled into complete trampolines with detection capabilities.

The patent replaces complex mechanical switch systems with optical detection using infrared light beams. This substitution simplifies the mechanical structure while improving detection accuracy, as optical sensors can detect panel depression without physical contact or complex mechanical linkages.