Adaptive Golf Data Analysis Systems for Specialized Environments

Publication ID: 24-11857836_0004_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptive Golf Data Analysis Systems for Specialized Environments,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857836_0004_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857836_0004_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,857,836.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

A system for storing and analyzing golf data, tailored to specific, narrow market segments or unique operational environments, providing real-time feedback and coaching to golfers in diverse conditions.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed systems and methods for storing and analyzing golf data, but did not address the needs of golfers operating in extreme weather conditions, disaster relief situations, high-security facilities, low-light environments, or remote areas. The new inventive concept adapts the original patent's principles to these specialized contexts, overcoming the limitations of existing golf data analysis systems.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The new inventive concept comprises four primary variations: (1) a weather-resistant sensor system for detecting golf swing dynamics data in high winds, heavy rain, or extreme temperatures; (2) a portable golf swing evaluation system for deployment in disaster zones, providing golf training and coaching to relief workers and affected individuals; (3) an encrypted golf data storage system for high-security facilities, ensuring authorized access to stored golf data; and (4) a low-light sensor system for detecting golf swing dynamics data in low-light conditions, with real-time feedback to the golfer. Each variation incorporates a processing system adapted to provide real-time feedback to the golfer based on the detected data.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new inventive concept's novelty lies in its adaptation of golf data analysis systems to specific, narrow market segments or unique operational environments, addressing previously unmet needs. The inventive step is the integration of weather-resistant, portable, encrypted, or low-light capabilities into the system, enabling golfers to receive real-time feedback and coaching in diverse conditions.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include systems for analyzing golf data in high-altitude or underwater environments, or systems integrated with virtual or augmented reality components. Variations may also include customized user interfaces for specific user groups, such as junior golfers or golfers with disabilities.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The new inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the golf industry, particularly in the areas of specialized golf training, disaster relief, and high-security facilities. Target industries may include golf equipment manufacturers, golf course operators, disaster relief organizations, and government agencies.

CPC Classifications

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Field of Art

Sports technology and wearable sensor systems for athletic performance analysis, with expertise in golf swing tracking, data collection, and biomechanical feedback systems

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

An engineer with a background in sports biomechanics, sensor design, and data processing, familiar with wearable technology, wireless communication, and athletic performance tracking systems

Obviousness Rationale

A person having ordinary skill in the art would recognize that the disclosed variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's core golf data analysis technology, applying known sensor and environmental adaptation techniques to expand the system's operational capabilities across different contexts and conditions.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Sensor system for detecting golf swing dynamics data with wireless transmission capabilities
PTD Variation
Weather-resistant sensor system for detecting golf swing data in extreme environmental conditions
Obviousness Reasoning
A PHOSITA would find it obvious to modify existing sensor systems with ruggedized enclosures and environmental sealing, using known materials and design techniques to extend operational range
Source Patent Element
Golf swing evaluation system with real-time feedback mechanisms
PTD Variation
Low-light sensor system with enhanced feedback for detecting golf swing dynamics in reduced visibility
Obviousness Reasoning
Adapting sensor sensitivity and feedback mechanisms to low-light conditions represents a predictable design variation using known optical and electronic enhancement techniques
Source Patent Element
Data collection and storage system for golf performance metrics
PTD Variation
Encrypted golf data storage system for high-security facilities with secure authentication
Obviousness Reasoning
Implementing standard cybersecurity protocols and access control mechanisms to protect sensitive performance data is a routine engineering solution for data protection
Source Patent Element
Golf swing tracking system with wireless communication
PTD Variation
Portable golf swing evaluation system for deployment in disaster relief scenarios
Obviousness Reasoning
Repurposing existing sensor and feedback technologies for alternative use cases represents a standard approach to expanding technological applications across different domains
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857836, a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the disclosed variations of golf data analysis systems to be obvious extensions of the prior art, representing predictable combinations of known sensor technologies, environmental adaptation techniques, and performance tracking methodologies.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,836
TitleSystems and methods for storing and analyzing golf data, including community and individual golf data collection and storage at a central hub
Assignee(s)Karsten Manufacturing Corporation