FENCING SPORT MECHANICAL REEL AND LIGHT SYSTEM

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a fencing reel system (100) comprising a spool/reel drum (102) configured to wound a reel around. The system (100) comprising a handle (104) configured to carry the reel. The system (100) comprising a frame body (106) configured to provide supporting structure that holds the spool/reel drum (102) and handle (104) together. The system (100) comprising at least one threaded female opening (108) configured to accept extensions. The system (100) comprising at least one male threaded extender (110) attached to the threaded female opening (108) and configured to be screwed in the threaded female opening (108). The system (100) comprising a plurality of suction cup (112) attached to the end of the male threaded extender (110) and configured to secure positioning of the reel. The system (100) comprising a light functionality mechanism (114) with light repeaters (118) strategically placed behind the players to view the scores in real-time

Claims

1. A fencing reel system, the system comprising: a spool/reel drum configured to wound a reel around; a handle attached to a side of the spool/reel drum, the handle configured to carry the reel ; a frame body encasing the spool/reel drum, the frame body configured to provide supporting structure that holds the spool/reel drum and the handle together; at least one threaded female opening integrated with the frame body, the threaded female opening configured to accept extensions; at least one male threaded extender attached to the threaded female opening, the male threaded extender configured to be screwed in the threaded female opening. a plurality of suction cup attached to the end of the male threaded extender, the suction cups configured to secure positioning of the reel; and a light functionality mechanism with scoring machine light repeaters coupled to the frame body and strategically placed behind the players, the light functionality mechanism configured to allow the players to view the scores in real-time while fencing.

2. The system of claim 1, wherein the reel is activated either manually or electronically to adhere to a flat surface, for securing the reel in place.

3. The system of claim 2, wherein the manual activation is through a manual lever or pump creating a vacuum seal between the suction cup and the surface.

4. The system of claim 2, wherein the electronic activation is through a battery-powered or plug-in vacuum creating and maintaining the suction seal automatically.

5. The system of claim 1, wherein the system has three male threaded extender and three suction cups.

6. The system of claim 5, wherein the three male threaded extender and the three suction cups provides a possible maximum force in form of hundreds of pounds of physical pressure, required to move the reel.

7. The system of claim 1, wherein the handle allows for easy gripping and comfortable gripping while carrying the reel.

8. The system of claim 1, wherein the frame body includes a locking mechanism to lock the spool/reel drum for preventing unintentional unwinding.

9. The system of claim 1, wherein the light functionality mechanism further includes: a scoring machine with a plurality of light emitting diodes (LED); a plurality of light repeaters with a plurality of light emitting diodes (LED); and a synchronizer.

10. The system of claim 9, wherein the process for synchronizing the scoring machine and the plurality of light repeaters for enhancing the visibility of score, further includes: displaying the real-time score via the light repeaters; and positioning the light repeaters in locations visible to the fencers with the light repeaters replicate the lights of the scoring machine.

11. The system of claim 10, wherein the light repeaters are strategically placed behind the players during a bout/play.

12. The system of claim 1, wherein the spool/reel drum contains springs and spool allows for winding of reel wire around it.

13. The system of claim 12, wherein the spool/reel drum is integrated with a ratchet mechanism that allows for controlled winding and unwinding and prevents tangling and/or quick loosening.

14. The system of claim 12, wherein the frame body is embedded with a guide for facilitating even winding of the reel or wire or tape around the spool/reel drum to ensure a tidy and efficient winding process.

15. A method for securing fencing reel, comprising: adding a plurality of threaded female openings to a frame body; screwing a male threaded extender into one of the threaded female openings of the frame body; attaching a plurality of suction cup to the end of the male threaded extender; and activating the suction cups, either manually or electronically, to secure the position of the fame body.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0028] So that the manner in which the above-recited features of the present invention is understood in detail, a more particular description of the invention, briefly summarized above, may be had by reference to embodiments, some of which are illustrated in the appended drawings. It is to be noted, however, that the appended drawings illustrate only typical embodiments of this invention and are therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope, for the invention may admit to other equally effective embodiments.

[0029] The invention herein will be better understood from the following description with reference to the drawings, in which:

[0030] FIG. 1A illustrates a block diagram of the fencing reel system, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] FIG. 1B illustrates a perspective view for the fencing reel system, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

[0032] FIG. 1C illustrates another perspective view for the fencing reel system, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

[0033] FIG. 1D illustrates a side view for the fencing reel system, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

[0034] FIG. 1E illustrates another side view for the fencing reel system, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

[0035] FIG. 1F illustrates yet another side view for the fencing reel system, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

[0036] FIG. 1G illustrates an internal view for the fencing reel system, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

[0037] FIG. 1H illustrates another internal view for the fencing reel system, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

[0038] FIG. 1I illustrates a perspective view for the bottom of the fencing reel system, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

[0039] FIG. 1J illustrates another perspective view for the bottom of the fencing reel system, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

[0040] FIG. 1K illustrates another perspective view clearly showing female threaded opening in the fencing reel system, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

[0041] FIG. 1L illustrates another perspective view clearly showing the light functionality mechanism with the light repeaters in the fencing reel system, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

[0042] FIG. 1M illustrates another perspective view clearly showing the suction cups in the fencing reel system, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention; and

[0043] FIG. 2 illustrates a flowchart of a method for securing fencing reel, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.

[0044] It should be noted that the accompanying figure is intended to present illustrations of exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure. This figure is not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure. It should also be noted that the accompanying figure is not necessarily drawn to scale.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0045] In the following detailed description, numerous specific details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding of the embodiment of the invention as illustrative or exemplary embodiments of the invention, specific embodiments in which the invention may be practiced are described in sufficient detail to enable those skilled in the art to practice the disclosed embodiments. However, it will be obvious to a person skilled in the art that the embodiments of the invention may be practiced with or without these specific details. In other instances, well-known methods, procedures and components have not been described in detail so as not to unnecessarily obscure aspects of the embodiments of the invention.

[0046] The following detailed description is, therefore, not to be taken in a limiting sense, and the scope of the present invention is defined by the appended claims and equivalents thereof. The terms comprising, including, having, and the like are synonymous and are used inclusively, in an open-ended fashion, and do not exclude additional elements, features, acts, operations, and so forth. Also, the term or is used in its inclusive sense (and not in its exclusive sense) so that when used, for example, to connect a list of elements, the term or means one, some, or all of the elements in the list. References within the specification to one embodiment, an embodiment, embodiments, or one or more embodiments are intended to indicate that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with the embodiment is included in at least one embodiment of the present invention.

[0047] Although the terms first, second, etc. may be used herein to describe various elements, these elements should not be limited by these terms. These terms are generally only used to distinguish one element from another and do not denote any order, ranking, quantity, or importance, but rather are used to distinguish one element from another. Further, the terms a and an herein do not denote a limitation of quantity, but rather denote the presence of at least one of the referenced items.

[0048] The conditional language used herein, such as, among others, can, may, might, may, e.g., and the like, unless specifically stated otherwise, or otherwise understood within the context as used, is generally intended to convey that certain embodiments include, while other embodiments do not include, certain features, elements and/or steps.

[0049] Disjunctive language such as the phrase at least one of X, Y, Z, unless specifically stated otherwise, is otherwise understood with the context as used in general to present that an item, term, etc., may be either X, Y, or Z, or any combination thereof (e.g., X, Y, and/or Z). Thus, such disjunctive language is not generally intended to, and should not, imply that certain embodiments require at least one of X, at least one of Y, or at least one of Z to each be present.

[0050] The following brief definition of terms shall apply throughout the present invention

[0051] The terms determining, measuring, evaluating, assessing, assaying, and analyzing can be used interchangeably herein to refer to any form of measurement, and include determining if an element is present or not. (e.g., detection). These terms can include both quantitative and/or qualitative determinations. Assessing may be relative or absolute.

[0052] FIG. 1A illustrates a block diagram of a fencing reel system 100, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.

[0053] The system 100 may comprise spool/reel drum 102, a handle 104, a frame body 106, at least one threaded female opening 108, at least one male threaded extender 110, a plurality of suction cup 112, and a light functionality mechanism 114.

[0054] The spool/reel drum 102 may be configured to wound a reel around.

[0055] The handle 104 may be attached to a side of the spool/reel drum 102 and the handle 104 configured to carry the reel.

[0056] The frame body 106 may be encasing the spool/reel drum 102 and the frame body 106 configured to provide supporting structure that holds the spool/reel drum 102 and the handle 104 together.

[0057] The threaded female opening 108 may be integrated with the frame body 106 and the threaded female opening 108 configured to accept extensions.

[0058] The male threaded extender 110 may be attached to the threaded female opening 108 and the male threaded extender 110 configured to be screwed in the threaded female opening 108.

[0059] The plurality of suction cup 112 may be attached to the end of the male threaded extender 110 and the suction cups 112 configured to secure positioning of the reel.

[0060] The light functionality mechanism 114 with scoring machine light repeaters may be coupled to the frame body 106 and strategically placed behind the players, the light functionality mechanism 114 configured to allow the players to view the scores in real-time while fencing.

[0061] The reel may be activated either manually or electronically to adhere to a flat surface, for securing the reel in place.

[0062] The manual activation may be through a manual lever or pump creating a vacuum seal between the suction cup and the surface.

[0063] The electronic activation may be through a battery-powered or plug-in vacuum creating and maintaining the suction seal automatically.

[0064] The system 100 may have three male threaded extender 110 and three suction cups 112.

[0065] The three male threaded extender 110 and the three suction cups 112 may provide a possible maximum force in form of hundreds of pounds of physical pressure, required to move the reel.

[0066] The handle 104 may allow for easy gripping and comfortable gripping while carrying the reel.

[0067] The frame body 106 may include a locking mechanism to lock the spool/reel drum 102 for preventing unintentional unwinding.

[0068] The light functionality mechanism 114 may further include a scoring machine 116 with a plurality of light emitting diodes (LED), a plurality of light repeaters 118 with a plurality of light emitting diodes (LED), and a synchronizer 120.

[0069] The process for synchronizing the scoring machine 116 and the plurality of light repeaters 118 for enhancing the visibility of score, may further include displaying the real-time score via the light repeaters 118, and positioning the light repeaters 118 in locations visible to the fencers, with the light repeaters 118 replicate the lights of the scoring machine 116.

[0070] The light repeaters 118 may be strategically placed behind the players during a bout/play.

[0071] The spool/reel drum 102 may contain springs and spool allows for winding of reel wire around it.

[0072] The spool/reel drum 102 may be integrated with a ratchet mechanism that allows for controlled winding and unwinding and prevents tangling and/or quick loosening.

[0073] The frame body 106 may be embedded with a guide for facilitating even winding of the reel or wire or tape around the spool/reel drum to ensure a tidy and efficient winding process.

[0074] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the number of the suction cups 112 may vary as per the demand of the application. In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the light repeaters 118 may be placed on the reel for fencer to see scoring without looking at the scoring machine 116. In some embodiments, the use of the light repeaters 118 may be optional

[0075] FIG. 1B-1M illustrates different views for the fencing reel system 100, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.

[0076] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the spool/reel drum 102 may be made from high-strength materials like reinforced plastic, aluminium, or steel to withstand the and the rigors of long-term use. The size of the spool/reel drum 102 may be designed to accommodate a specific length and thickness of fencing wire or tape or reel. The spool/reel drum 102 has flanges for keeping the wire or tape or reel securely in place and preventing it from slipping off the spool/reel drum 102.

[0077] In some embodiments the locking mechanism may be a latch or a brake mechanism to hold the spool/reel drum 102. in place when necessary. In some embodiments, the spool/reel drum 102 may be integrated with the frame body 106. In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the frame body 106 may be of any shape or size to accommodate the spool/reel drum 102 and its windings. Embodiments of the present disclosure are intended to include or otherwise cover any form of material suitable for manufacturing the spool/reel drum 102 including, existing, prior art, and later developed material.

[0078] The material for reel or wire or tape may be constructed from high-strength materials such as reinforced plastic, aluminum, or steel. In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the threaded female opening 108 may be positioned in a manner to allow for the attachment of different accessories and components. The threaded female opening 108 may have threading made from same material as the reel and be corrosion resistive. The threading may conform to standard sizes and pitches to accommodate commonly used accessories and extensions and may provide a secure fit for attached components.

[0079] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the male threaded extender 110 may be made from durable materials such as stainless steel, aluminum, or reinforced plastic. The male threaded extender 110 may be designed to screw securely into the threaded female opening 108. The male threaded extender 110 may facilitate customization of the fencing reel by extending the reach and positioning and may ensure optimal placement and stability.

[0080] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the scoring machine 116 may or may not have a plurality of light emitting diodes (LED). In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the scoring machine 116 may or may not be displaying the real-time score on the scoring machine.

[0081] FIG. 2 illustrates a flowchart of a method 200 for securing fencing reel, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. The method 200 may comprise followings steps.

[0082] At 202, adding a plurality of threaded female openings 108 to a frame body 106.

[0083] At 204, screwing a male threaded extender 110 into one of the threaded female openings 108 of the frame body 106.

[0084] At 206, attaching a plurality of suction cup 112 to the end of the male threaded extender 110.

[0085] At 208, activating the suction cups 112, either manually or electronically, to secure the position of the fame body 106.

[0086] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the light functionality mechanism 114 may include a battery unit to power the system and make it portable. In some embodiments, the light functionality mechanism 114 may include a plurality of adjustable brackets, stands, or mounts to securely place the scoring machine and light repeaters in place. In an exemplary operational flow for the method 200, the fencing reel system is placed at a desired location at both ends of the fencing strip and the frame body 106 is secured using the suction cup 112 to ensure steadiness, and the light repeaters 118 are attached to the light functionality mechanism 114 and the scoring machine 116.

[0087] The present invention enhances both the functionality and convenience of setting up and managing fencing strips. Unlike the traditional methods of using heavy weights, tape, screws of keeping reel in place. The proposed invention using the suction cups 112 may provide much higher strength to hold reel in place, promotes transportation ease for the reels by shipping carrier or by individuals who have to carry them.

[0088] In addition, the proposed invention provides numerous benefits. The proposed invention allows for rapid deployment of fencing reel and reduce the time needed to set up a fencing strip. The proposed invention also simplifies the process of collecting the wire or tape after use, ensuring it is stored neatly and ready for the next session. The proposed invention allows the reels to becomes cheaper/easier and ascertain that transporting and carrying heavy reels is no longer required.

[0089] The proposed invention also enhances the portability of the fencing reels and facilitates temporary fencing setups for tournaments, training sessions, or demonstrations. The use of the light functionality mechanism 114 enhances convenience and reduces the complexities of the real-time score display. With the incorporation of the light repeaters 118 visibility for the score from various angles enhances the fencers' ability to keep track of the score without losing focus. With the placement of the light repeaters 118 behind the player an accurate and easily accessible scoring display is provided for the players.

[0090] The present invention reduces the risk of tangles and potential injuries caused by loose fencing material. The suction cup 112 ensures the reel remains stationary during use, preventing accidents that could result from a shifting or unstable setup. Use of high-quality materials ensures that the reel and frame body 106 can withstand the rigors of frequent use and transportation.

[0091] The ergonomic design of the handle 104 allows for comfortable handling and enhances ease of operation in setting up fencing strips. The proposed invention also minimizes the operational and maintenance cost for the fencing reels deployment.

[0092] In a case that no conflict occurs, the embodiments in the present disclosure and the features in the embodiments may be mutually combined. The foregoing descriptions are merely specific implementations of the present disclosure, but are not intended to limit the protection scope of the present disclosure. Any variation or replacement readily figured out by a person skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in the present disclosure shall fall within the protection scope of the present disclosure. Therefore, the protection scope of the present disclosure shall be subject to the protection scope of the claims.

[0093] The foregoing descriptions of specific embodiments of the present technology have been presented for purposes of illustration and description. They are not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the present technology to the precise forms disclosed, and obviously many modifications and variations are possible in light of the above teaching. The embodiments were chosen and described in order to best explain the principles of the present technology and its practical application, to thereby enable others skilled in the art to best utilize the present technology and various embodiments with various modifications as are suited to the particular use contemplated. It is understood that various omissions and substitutions of equivalents are contemplated as circumstance may suggest or render expedient, but such are intended to cover the application or implementation without departing from the spirit or scope of the claims of the present technology.