Smart Golf Club System with Adaptive Channel Geometry and Integrated Sensors
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A next-generation golf club system that combines adaptive channel geometry, integrated sensors, AI-driven algorithms, and cloud-based data analysis to optimize ball spin and trajectory in real-time, providing personalized coaching and customization options for golfers.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a golf club head with grooves and a method of manufacture. However, these conventional designs have limitations in terms of adaptability to changing environmental conditions and golfer preferences. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing a smart golf club system that can dynamically adjust to various playing conditions and provide real-time feedback to golfers.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The smart golf club system comprises a club head with adaptive channel geometry, which can be dynamically adjusted to optimize ball spin and trajectory based on real-time environmental conditions and golfer input. The club head is equipped with integrated sensors that capture data on ball speed, spin rate, and trajectory, which is then transmitted to a wearable device and a cloud-based platform for real-time analysis. The AI-driven algorithms analyze the data and provide personalized coaching and customization options for golfers. Additionally, the system allows for interchangeable club heads with different channel geometries and materials, enabling golfers to customize their clubs for specific playing styles and conditions.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a paradigm shift in golf club design by integrating sensors, AI-driven algorithms, and cloud-based data analysis to provide real-time optimization and customization options. This is a significant departure from the original patent's focus on static groove design and manufacturing methods.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different sensor types, AI algorithms, and cloud-based platforms. Additionally, the system could be adapted for use in other sports, such as tennis or baseball, or for use in non-sporting applications, such as industrial material handling or robotics.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The smart golf club system has significant commercial potential in the golf industry, with potential applications in professional and amateur golf, golf instruction, and golf equipment manufacturing. The system's adaptability and customization options could also appeal to a wider range of consumers, including those in other sports and industries.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A63 | A63B53/047 |
| B | B23 | B23P11/00 |
| B | B23 | B23P11/025 |
| B | B23 | B23P17/04 |
| A | A63 | A63B53/0416 |
| A | A63 | A63B53/0445 |
| A | A63 | A63B2209/00 |
| Y | Y10 | Y10T29/4997 |
| Y | Y10 | Y10T29/49826 |
| Y | Y10 | Y10T29/49865 |
| Y | Y10 | Y10T29/49885 |
| Y | Y10 | Y10T29/49989 |
| Y | Y10 | Y10T29/49995 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,850 |
|---|---|
| Title | Golf club head with grooves and method of manufacture |
| Assignee(s) | Karsten Manufacturing Corporation |