Advanced Relay Baton Systems and Training Platforms

Publication ID: 24-11857858_0010_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Future Evolutions & Paradigm Shifts

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Relay Baton Systems and Training Platforms,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857858_0010_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857858_0010_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. 11,857,858.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The next-generation relay baton system integrates advanced technologies, such as modular design, sensors, virtual reality, biometrics, and swarm robotics, to revolutionize athlete training and competition, enhancing performance, safety, and fan engagement.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent's tubular baton design, while innovative, has limitations in terms of customization, data analysis, and realistic training scenarios. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing modular, smart, and immersive technologies that transform the relay baton experience.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The modular relay baton system comprises interchangeable segments with unique grip patterns, enabling athletes to customize their training and optimize handoffs. The smart baton device integrates sensors and a communication module to track and analyze handoff data, providing real-time feedback to athletes and coaches. The virtual reality training system simulates realistic handoff scenarios, offering personalized coaching and enhanced performance analysis. The biometric relay baton tracks athletes' physiological and biomechanical data, optimizing performance and reducing injury risk. The swarm robotics system engages athletes in realistic relay race simulations, enhancing training and fan engagement.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce unprecedented advancements in relay baton technology, including modular design, sensor integration, virtual reality training, biometric tracking, and swarm robotics. These innovations overcome the limitations of the original patent, providing a paradigm shift in athlete training and competition.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include wearable devices that track athlete biometrics, AI-powered coaching platforms, and augmented reality training systems. Variations may incorporate different materials, shapes, or sizes for the modular segments, or integrate additional sensors and analytics tools.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The advanced relay baton systems and training platforms have vast commercial potential in the sports technology industry, targeting professional and amateur athletes, coaches, and teams. The market opportunities span across various sectors, including sports equipment, training facilities, and data analytics services.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A63 A63B69/0028

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,858
TitleBaton having tubular bodies
Assignee(s)Briggs Athletics LLC