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Modular expandable tube assembly and launch system
11143481 · 2021-10-12 · ·

A tube launch system is used for launching payloads from a platform and includes at least one tube launch section that is removably mounted to the platform, a plurality of powered wheels that are electrically powered and arranged in the tube launch section for propelling the payloads through the tube launch section, and a power source configured to operate the powered wheels. The tube launch system may include a magazine having an endless conveyor and powered magazine wheels that are engageable with the payloads to move the payloads from the endless conveyor to the tube launch section.

Modular expandable tube assembly and launch system
11143481 · 2021-10-12 · ·

A tube launch system is used for launching payloads from a platform and includes at least one tube launch section that is removably mounted to the platform, a plurality of powered wheels that are electrically powered and arranged in the tube launch section for propelling the payloads through the tube launch section, and a power source configured to operate the powered wheels. The tube launch system may include a magazine having an endless conveyor and powered magazine wheels that are engageable with the payloads to move the payloads from the endless conveyor to the tube launch section.

Automatic ball launcher for pets
20210213345 · 2021-07-15 ·

An automatic ball launcher for pets includes a body shell, a ball launch aisle, a ball launch mechanism which is connected to the ball launch aisle and near the outlet for the ball; the ball launch mechanism comprises one or more ball launch wheels and one or more ball launch motors; the ball launch wheels are set on two sides of the ball launch aisle, a face of which is a concaved curve; the concaved curve matches the outline of the ball; regular teeth are arranged on the concaved curve; the ball launch wheels are driven by one or more ball launch motor and launch the ball from the outlet. The present invention effectively enlarged the contact surface between the wheels and the ball, which solve the problem of slippery ball being stuck inside the launcher. The playing is not interrupted by the stuck ball and is enjoyable.

Machine for launching balls

A frame is provided with at least two holes to fasten electrical and/or electronic devices. The frame includes a single body having fastening means to be fastened on at least one flush-mounted box, and that includes a first part incorporating a hole intended to be fastened on a flush-mounted box by fastening means adapted to fasten the frame on the flush-mounted box and a second part incorporating a hole that is not associated to a flush-mounted box. The frame, at least on the part incorporating the hole that is not associated to a box shows at least a separator element supporting the frame on the wall on which it is to be installed. The separator element is constituted by the frame itself folded creating a flap or rim, the separator element spanning on the whole or part of the perimeter of the frame.

Machine for launching balls

A frame is provided with at least two holes to fasten electrical and/or electronic devices. The frame includes a single body having fastening means to be fastened on at least one flush-mounted box, and that includes a first part incorporating a hole intended to be fastened on a flush-mounted box by fastening means adapted to fasten the frame on the flush-mounted box and a second part incorporating a hole that is not associated to a flush-mounted box. The frame, at least on the part incorporating the hole that is not associated to a box shows at least a separator element supporting the frame on the wall on which it is to be installed. The separator element is constituted by the frame itself folded creating a flap or rim, the separator element spanning on the whole or part of the perimeter of the frame.

Delivery system for targeted launching of sports projectile
11110335 · 2021-09-07 · ·

A sports projectile delivery system may control the operation of a launcher to cause an American football or other sports projectile to be delivered to a target location on a field. In some aspects, the system can track player movements on the field, e.g., through the use of a tracking device mounted on the player, enabling the ball etc. to be launched to a player in anticipation of where the player will go. The system may include additional customization and/or logging options, e.g., permitting a player to designate a body position (e.g., above the head or near the knees) for delivery of the ball, designate a speed or hang time for delivery, or provide player data and analytics to an online or otherwise connected database.

TOY LAUNCH APPARATUS WITH MULTIPLE IMPROVISED PROJECTILE CHECKING AND LOCKING METHODS
20210172701 · 2021-06-10 · ·

An improvised projectile checking housing assembly having latch button and first and second sidewalls with first and second catch apertures opening as a catch latch recess of elongated structure using an improvised projectile checking spring opening to receive a locking key structure based upon the projectile receiving opening to the improvised projectile checking housing assembly. Alternate rearward translating lock gauge at the backside of a dart drum uses a follower and engaging cam surfaces locking and unlocking a pathway for correct dart alignment. Alternate motorized, non-motorized and pneumatic structures are disclosed with apparatus launch operations moving between checking and non-checking positions.

Flying disc launcher
11015896 · 2021-05-25 · ·

A wheel-driven flying disc launcher for conventionally sized and weighted flying discs to achieve optimal velocity, lift and angular momentum for sustained flight. Flying discs having a diameter in the range of 15 cm to 28 cm and a weight in the range of 60 gm to 120 gm engage a spinning drive wheel having a diameter in the range of 10 to 25 cm for discharge through an annulus chute having a width substantially equal to the diameter of the flying disc to be launched and extending through an angle θ around the center of the drive wheel in the range of 45 to 80 degrees.

Flying disc launcher
11015896 · 2021-05-25 · ·

A wheel-driven flying disc launcher for conventionally sized and weighted flying discs to achieve optimal velocity, lift and angular momentum for sustained flight. Flying discs having a diameter in the range of 15 cm to 28 cm and a weight in the range of 60 gm to 120 gm engage a spinning drive wheel having a diameter in the range of 10 to 25 cm for discharge through an annulus chute having a width substantially equal to the diameter of the flying disc to be launched and extending through an angle θ around the center of the drive wheel in the range of 45 to 80 degrees.

PROJECTILE LOADING SYSTEM FOR TOY LAUNCHER AND METHODS
20210102769 · 2021-04-08 · ·

Projectile loading systems for toy launchers that discharge soft spherical, but tacky, projectiles, the loading systems including a projectile hopper for storing the projectiles, a chute at the bottom of the hopper, the chute having a central groove for lining the projectiles in a single file, an agitator in the hopper for disturbing the tacky projectiles in the hopper to separate them, and a projectile transfer structure for carrying a projectile, one at a time, from the chute to a breech or from a feed track during respective priming cycles.