Patent classifications
A63B71/021
CABLE TENSION OVERLOAD FUSE ASSEMBLY
A cable tension overload fuse assembly is configured to couple together a structural support cable operatively coupled to a structural support, and a net barrier cable supporting barrier netting. The cable tension overload fuse assembly includes a mechanical fuse and a rescue cable coupled to the structural support cable and the net barrier cable. The mechanical fuse is configured to break upon exertion of a predetermined force to allow the net barrier cable to sag to reduce forces transmitted to the structural support and prevent damage to it, while the rescue cable continues to couple together the structural support cable and the net barrier cable to prevent the net barrier and/or net barrier or net barrier cable from falling completely to the ground without the structural support cable and cable tension overload fuse assembly.
Hydrofoil simulator structure
A hydrofoil simulator structure comprising a tank, in which a water current is generated, and a frame, which supports an elastic trampoline positioned above the water surface of the tank; the structure also comprising a series of elastic ropes associated with a trapeze harness worn by a user who stands on a board of a hydrofoil having wings immersed in water.
Ball return device
A ball return device having a frame and an elastic reflector supported on the frame. The elastic reflector has a first open end that is connected to a rim, and an opposite second end that is downwardly tapered from the first end to form a vertex at the second end. The elastic reflector is connected at the second end to the frame by a tension cord that supplies tension to the elastic reflector. The degree of tension in the tension cord, as well as the location of the attachment point of the tension cord on the frame, are adjustable.
HAMMER/DISCUS CAGE
A hammer/discus cage includes first and second base plates, first and second vertical trusses coupled to their respective first and second base plates, and first and second gates hinged to their respective first and second vertical trusses. A hoop net rail extends rearwardly from the first vertical truss to the second vertical truss and netting extends downward from the hoop net rail and attached to the first and second gates.
SNAP FIT GOLF BAG ASSEMBLY
A golf bag includes a divider top, a base, and a plurality of stays comprising a first stay, a second stay, and a main stay having a first end opposite a second end. The golf bag further comprises a top hinge coupled to the first end of the main stay. A base hinge can be coupled to the second end of the main stay, wherein the main stay can be hingedly connected to the divider top by the top hinge, and the stay can be hingedly connected to the base by the base hinge. Other embodiment of the golf bag are also described.
SPLIT END SECTION GUY WIRE SYSTEM FOR VOLLEYBALL AND BADMINTON SETS
A guy wire system for supporting a volleyball or badminton net having a split two-part end section, each part attachable to the ground.
Ball game kit and method of playing it, entitled beach sniper
A Beach Sniper game kit and method for playing by multiple teams are provided. The kit includes a target ball with a hook, a target ball support with a conical frustum, strike and pitch balls, elastic ropes, and ropes forming triangular playing areas. A digital counter tracks the scores. The game involves positioning players in specific locations within and outside the triangles. Teams alternate between pitching/receiving and striking roles. The pitching team tosses the ball between teammates for points, while the opposing team attempts to strike the ball mid-air for higher points. Players rotate positions after predetermined rounds. The game continues with team position switches and role reversals. Scoring is tracked digitally after each round. The winner of a set is determined after a preset number of rounds, with tiebreakers as needed. The team winning a predetermined number of sets wins the game.
MOBILE WATER SPORTS COURT
This invention relates to a mobile water sports court comprising a Net Module (3), a Line Module (2), and a Support Module (1). The Net Module (3) is positioned above the water surface and includes a Net Body (31), Upper and Lower Holder Cables (32, 33), and Sliding Hooks (34). The Line Module (2) is placed on the water surface and features Border Lines (20) with Marker-Holding Ropes (21) supporting cylindrical Boundary Markers (22), secured with Carabiners (23) and Corner Clips (24). The Support Module (1) includes Anchor Screws (11), Ground Screws (12), Guy Ropes (13a), Anchor Ropes (13b), Lower and Upper Support Pillars (14, 18), a Centerline (15) and Anchor Buoys (16), which connect the modules and secure the court. Additionally, a Pool Fixation Kit (10) with Threaded Anchor Plates (10a), Eye Bolts (10b), and Cushion Feet (10c, 10d) is provided for easy anchoring in pool environments, replacing traditional anchor methods. This modular structure offers stability, adaptability, and portability for water sports courts in both open water and pool settings.
SHOCK-ABSORBING BALL-HITTING TRAINER
A multi-functional, shock-absorbing ball-hitting trainer is used to develop hitting and/or striking skills and to establish muscle-memory for a user. The ball-hitting trainer has a first stanchion, a second stanchion, a rope line extending between the first stanchion and the second stanchion to form an inclined line, and the rope line spanning a distance from a first connection to the first stanchion to a second connection to the second stanchion forming an inclined line, and a ball tether assembly having a ball, a suspension ring encircling the inclined line, and a tether secured between the ball and the suspension ring so that the ball tether assembly may slidably travel along the inclined line. The ball-hitting trainer may also have in-line shock-absorbing impact-recoil feature, a height-adjustable in-line stop feature, and an in-line tensioner for tightening and loosening the rope line.