Next-Generation Golf Club Head with Adaptive Center of Gravity
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A golf club head system that dynamically adjusts its center of gravity in real-time, utilizing AI-powered predictions and adaptive materials to optimize launch conditions and improve golfer performance.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent addressed the critical issue of center of gravity (CG) positioning in golf club heads, but its static CG adjustment approach has limitations. The new inventive concept solves the problem of fixed CG designs by introducing a dynamic, adaptive CG system that responds to a golfer's unique swing characteristics and environmental conditions.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The Next-Generation Golf Club Head features a modular design with interchangeable weight modules, allowing golfers to dynamically adjust the CG to optimize specific launch conditions. An integrated AI-powered system analyzes a golfer's historical swing data and predicts the ideal CG configuration in real-time. The club head also incorporates self-healing, adaptive materials that adjust the CG and structural properties in response to environmental changes and golfer input. This synergy of advanced technologies enables the golf club head to adapt to a golfer's unique swing profile and course conditions, resulting in improved accuracy, distance, and overall performance.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a paradigm shift in golf club head design by incorporating AI-powered predictions, adaptive materials, and real-time CG adjustments. These features, combined with the modular weight module design, provide a non-obvious and innovative solution that surpasses the original patent's static CG adjustment approach.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the Next-Generation Golf Club Head could include variations in the AI-powered system, such as utilizing machine learning algorithms or sensor-based data collection. The adaptive materials could be replaced with other smart materials that respond to environmental stimuli. Additionally, the modular weight module design could be adapted for use in other golf clubs, such as irons or putters.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The Next-Generation Golf Club Head has significant commercial potential in the golf industry, targeting professional and amateur golfers seeking improved performance and adaptability. The technology could be integrated into high-end golf clubs, golf simulators, and training systems, providing a competitive edge for manufacturers and golfers alike.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A63 | A63B53/06 |
| A | A63 | A63B53/0466 |
| A | A63 | A63B60/00 |
| A | A63 | A63B53/045 |
| A | A63 | A63B53/0408 |
| A | A63 | A63B53/0412 |
| A | A63 | A63B53/0433 |
| A | A63 | A63B53/0437 |
| A | A63 | A63B53/0458 |
| A | A63 | A63B2053/0491 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,852 |
|---|---|
| Title | Golf club head with vertical center of gravity adjustment |
| Assignee(s) | TAYLOR MADE GOLF COMPANY, INC. |