VR Controller Holder for Athletic Implements
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current swing analysis and development tools for athletes are limited as they require a live pitcher to practice and do not allow training with real-world equipment, and existing virtual reality sports training systems lack comprehensive swing analytics.
Innovation Solution
A holder system that securely attaches virtual reality device controllers to handheld athletic implements like baseball bats, golf clubs, and kayak paddles, allowing for the use of VR systems to track and analyze swing movements, providing training with virtual environments and feedback.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If a specialized sensor attaches to the end of the bat proximal to the hand grip, then motion analytics data can be collected, but the athlete cannot practice with real world equipment
Solution Approach 1:
A holder is introduced as an intermediary component that attaches to the handle of real-world athletic equipment (bat, club, stick) and provides a mounting interface for the VR controller. This mediator enables the integration of virtual reality tracking technology with physical equipment, allowing athletes to practice with real equipment while receiving virtual analytics feedback.
Solution Approach 2:
The holder is designed with universal compatibility to work with multiple types of athletic implements (baseball bats, golf clubs, cricket bats, hockey sticks, kayak paddles). It provides both a structural attachment mechanism for the VR controller and a mounting interface that adapts to different implement shapes and sizes, enabling versatile application across sports.
2Stability of the object's composition
If a holder is designed to securely hold the VR controller on the implement, then the controller remains stable during use, but the holder adds complexity to the system
Solution Approach 1:
The holder is divided into distinct functional segments: a resilient base for attachment to the implement, a resilient sleeve for securing the controller handle, and a retaining strap for final fixation. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function independently while maintaining overall simplicity and stability.
Solution Approach 2:
The holder utilizes resilient (flexible) materials for the base and sleeve components, allowing them to conform to the shapes of different implements and controllers while providing secure retention. The flexibility of these components simplifies the attachment mechanism compared to rigid structures, reducing overall system complexity.
3Loss of information
If VR training systems are used to provide swing analytics, then comprehensive training data is available, but the system requires specialized equipment that limits real-world practice
Solution Approach 1:
The holder serves as a bridge that enables VR analytics systems to work with real-world equipment. By providing a standardized attachment interface, it allows the VR system to track and analyze swing mechanics using real bats, clubs, or sticks while maintaining the benefits of virtual reality training environments and comprehensive data collection.
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 athletes to practice and improve their skills with virtual pitchers and real-world equipment, offering comprehensive swing analytics and feedback, enhancing training efficiency and adaptability.
Implementation Method 1
a resilient base that releasably fastens to a handheld implement
Implementation Method 2
a resilient sleeve disposed on the outer side of the resilient base, the resilient sleeve adapted to receive and expand around a handle of a virtual reality controller
Data Source
AI summary
A virtual reality controller holder is provided. The virtual reality controller holder comprises a resilient base that is adapted to releasably fasten to a handheld implement, the resilient base having an inner side that faces the handheld implement during use and an outer side opposite the inner side. The virtual reality controller holder further comprises a resilient sleeve disposed on the outer side of the base, the resilient sleeve adapted to receive and expand around a handle of a virtual reality controller. Embodiments of the virtual reality controller holder further comprise a retaining strap to secure the controller to the holder.