JPH02149281A - Ball hitting device and ball for use in golf game - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE:To make it possible to enjoy a realistic game in an atmosphere of a real golf play and with comfortableness by operating an operating member to give turning forces to a rotor, and utilizing secondary movement between rotors or difference between the radiuses of the rotors to adjust movement of the first rotor being transmitted to the other rotors in sequence, and transmitting the movement adjusted to that rotor to which a club is attached. CONSTITUTION:When upward forces are exerted on an operation member (operation point) 1, a cord 2 is pulled upwards, a first rotor and arm is put in an anticlockwise rotation, and a third rotor is also put in an anticlockwise rotation about a shaft 8, whereby it leaves a position A and reaches E via B, C and D. After one cycle of the swing has been completed, upward forces exerted on the operation point 1 are eliminated, and then the first rotor and arm is put in a clockwise rotation by the resilience of a rubber cord 7 and a rubber cord 15, and the third rotor also is put in a clockwise rotation and allowed to return to its initial position A via D, C and B. To prevent the cords and rubber from being detached from the first and third rotors, some ideas are adapted such as to heighten both edges of the rotors, to form claws or to attach frames thereto, etc.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION [Field of the Invention] The present invention relates to a ball hitting device and a ball that allow golf players to play a golf game indoors or outdoors with the same feeling as in actual play.

[Prior art and its problems] Conventional ball hitting devices for golf games take the form of a doll hitting the ball, and the club movements are limited to those of a toy and are far from realistic. There are two types of them; one type has the operating point next to the doll itself and you have to bend down all the time to operate it, and the other type has a control point that is attached to the doll ( In order to make it easier to operate the game while standing, the game is played by raising the position of the operating point through the support rod.

The former has a low operating point, which makes it easy to get tired and prevent you from enjoying the game for a long time.Also, there is play due to the force transmission mechanism such as gears, and the delicate movements of the hands are caused by the tip of the club of the ball hitting device. It was difficult to convey, and as a result, the movement of the club was somewhat awkward, and I could only obtain simple, toy-like movements. On the other hand, although the latter has the advantage of having a high operating point, in the case of irons and woods, the rotation angle of the shaft (club) is insufficient, the swing and return must be done with fingers, and the impact of hitting It is weak and unsuitable, and furthermore, including the case of butter, there is some play before the force from the fingertips reaches the tip of the club, making it difficult to control the force at the operating point, and when operating with the fingers, it is difficult to control the support rod. Because it serves as a fulcrum, there was a problem in that it would shake during the game, making precise operation impossible.

Furthermore, in conventional game games, the balls that come with the set are too light, the ball does not fly as expected, its trajectory is unstable, and it moves strangely, which is not enough to sustain interest. , it never allowed me to enjoy the realism of the competition.

[Object of the invention] The object of the present invention is to provide a ball-hitting device and a ball that allow players to enjoy a realistic game indoors or outdoors in an atmosphere similar to an actual golf game and in a comfortable posture. shall be.

[Summary of the Invention] The present invention provides realistic games that have not been fully satisfied with conventional small-scale games such as golf games, in highly creative mini-courses freely configured outdoors or indoors. The inventor's pending invention (
This is a further improvement of Japanese Patent Application No. 62178189.

Examples will be described below, but the present invention is not limited to these examples.

[Embodiments of the Invention] Example 1 - Of the ball hitting device for golf games according to the present invention, a ball hitting n side for an iron or a driver is shown in FIG.

A non-stretchable string 2 that follows the control ear member 1 has one end fixed to a stopper 5 on the first rotor 4 that fixes the arm 3, and has a number of strings on the circumference of the rotor 4. In the range up to the 1st turn (approximately 1 rotation is optimal considering the actual swing), counterclockwise (for right-handed batters in this example) or clockwise (for left-handed batters) symmetrically.
is wrapped around.

The rubber string 7, one end of which is fixed to the stopper 6 on the support rod 24, extends around the circumference of the rotation r4 up to several times in the opposite direction to the pull string 2 (most preferably about 1' circumference). ), and the other end is fixed to a stopper 5 so as to obtain an appropriate tension. The rotor 4 is attached to a support rod through a bearing, and when the force in two directions is released on the operating member 1 and the string 2 is pulled up appropriately, the rotor 4 is attached to the shaft 8. Depending on how the string is wound around , it rotates about one turn to the left (this example = up to Hegara E) or to the right, and the arm 3 also rotates from A to E, and at this position arm 3 hits the stop plug 9. It is set to stop when This stopper 9 also plays a role in determining the position A at which the club is swung down. At this time, the rubber string 7 moves as a force in the opposite direction against the pulling force at the operating point 1, which is the driving force for rotating the rotor 4, and smoothly adjusts the rotation of the rotor. , acts as a force to return the rotor to its original position A when the pulling force at the operating point disappears. Therefore, the rubber strings 7 and 15, which will be described later, can be replaced by strings with springs interposed between them, or by installing a spring in the rotation T and utilizing the restoring force of this spring, the rubber strings 7 and 15 can be You can also replace it with a non-stretchable string. The rotor has an appropriate thickness to prevent the strings and rubber from coming off, and the arm 3 is fixed to the -1- side of the rotor, and as the rotor 4 rotates, the arm 3 also rotates around the shaft 8.
It rotates around the center.

Furthermore, a third rotor 10 is attached via a bearing to a shaft 18 attached to the tip (upper part) of the arm, and is set to rotate while maintaining a constant relationship with the rotation of the arm 3. . The detailed configuration is as follows. A second rotor 11 is fixed to the shaft 8 at the top of the shaft, apart from the first rotor (including the arms), by a letter-shaped part 33 . Therefore, the second rotor is stationary and does not rotate. The second rotor and third rotor 10 are connected by a string whose ends are stopped by stoppers 12 and 13. In other words, the string originating from the L catch 12 traces around the second rotor counterclockwise, then leaves and heads toward the third rotor, traces around this rotor clockwise, and reaches the stop 13. There is.

On the other hand, a rubber string 15 is released from the stopper 13 to provide a restoring force to the rotation of the third rotor, traces clockwise around the third rotor, leaves this rotor, and returns to the first rotor. It reaches a stop 16 fixed on the periphery and is kept under appropriate tension. Here, when the first rotation -r rotates to the left, the arm 3 rotates to the left around the axis 8, and as a result, the string 14 traces around the stationary second rotor more and more, so as to offset this rotation. The third rotor rotates counterclockwise. Accordingly, the rubber string 15 is also pulled, increasing the tension accordingly and increasing the restoring force.

With the above mechanism, when an upward force is applied to the operating member (operating point), the string 2 is pulled in one direction, the first rotor and arm rotate to the left, and the third rotor also rotates to the left. From position A, go counterclockwise around axis 8, passing through 13, C and D to reach E. When the two-directional force at operating point 1 disappears after completing the swing, the first rotor and arm rotate clockwise due to the restoring force of the rubber strings 7 and 15, and the third rotor rotates clockwise.
The rotor also rotates clockwise and returns to its original position through C and B.
Return to A.

In order to prevent the strings and rubber cords from coming off, the first and third rotors are designed to have high edges, protruding claws, or a frame with a serial number. In this example, the third
Claws 32 are provided on both edges of the rotor.

In order to make the movement of the shaft (club) 17 close to the movement of actual golf, it is necessary to rotate the shaft approximately 540 degrees from the shaft position to end at position E, and then rotate the shaft to position C. When the axis 8, axis 18, and tip 17 of the club must be in a straight line, when the point 1 is reached, the axis 8, the axis 18, and the tip 17 of the club must be in a straight line.Moreover, considering the ease of operation, the movement of the fingers at operation point 1 is necessary until the swing movement is completely completed. It is inappropriate to move too long or too short. In order to satisfy this requirement, the radius of the rotation r- and the radius of the fixed drum must be set appropriately. In the case of this embodiment, the radius of the first rotor 4 is 2.7 cm, and the radius of the third rotation The ratio of the radius of child 10 to the radius of second rotor 11 is 27:20.

In experiments conducted by the inventor, it has been found that values around this range are most appropriate.

Next, we will discuss the mechanism for attaching and detaching the club that forms part of this ball-hitting device to this device, in order to be able to freely select a club and hit the ball according to the actual golf atmosphere and the conditions of =1. .

The club (shirt L-) will be attached to the third rotor, and the most practical and easiest way to attach and detach the club is to use the V & side shown in Figure 3, which is the simplest and most reliable way to fix the club. It is what makes it possible.

That is, the end 1 cm of the shaft 17 of the club is bent at 90 degrees, and holes +9a and tN are drilled in the third rotor 10 as shown in the figure.
By fitting into 19b, rotation such as twisting of the shaft is cut off, and in order to further firmly fix the shaft, there is a presser foot attached to the side 20 with a screw 21 and a ring 37, which can be rotated around the screw with an appropriate force. Set up the tool (claw: 22) and use this claw to
Push the shaft stuck in l19b from above. At this time, in order to improve the fixing effect, adjust the depth of the sleeve 9b so that when the shirt 1- is attached to the shaft, approximately 172 or less of the cross section of the shaft is exposed below the soil surface of the rotor. Even better. To remove the shaft from the rotor, move the claw 22 with your finger to remove the shaft holding device, and then pull out the shaft vertically from the top surface of the rotor.

When hitting a club, just do the opposite of this.The inventor of the present invention developed clubs with different driving angles at the tip, just like with actual irons and woods.
When manufactured and set in this ball hitting device, it has been confirmed that it is extremely convenient for use in games.

As mentioned above, using a ball hitting device with a club attachment/detachment mechanism allows you to freely and easily change clubs depending on the course conditions or your mood, adding fun to club selection and making the game feel more like actual golf. Chikasuke can make the game itself even more interesting.

In this embodiment, both the first and third rotors 4 and 10 have bearings 23 and 36 interposed between their shafts to smoothen their rotation, but this is a major hindrance. In some cases, bearings may not necessarily be used due to cost considerations.

In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 4, the support rod 24 is provided with bent portions at portions 25 and 26 from the center to the bottom, so that the angle of inclination of the shaft with respect to the ground can be changed. The angle and length of the member 27 corresponding to the legs can be adjusted at the part 28, and the shoe part at the tip uses a strong rubber plate 29 to prevent dirt and absorb stains. This rubber plate supports the support rod 2 during play.
To prevent the number 4 from shaking, you can also step on the tip with your foot to fix it. The stopper 30 functions to adjust the direction of the force transmitted by the string, but it can also be replaced with a pulley or the like. Further, the length of the support rod 24 can be determined according to the height of the player. When playing the game, hold the support rod part 31 with your left hand and pull up the operating member 1 with your right hand. When the right hand is relaxed, the operating member automatically returns to its original position with the metal fitting 34 due to the elasticity of the rubber string 1.
Therefore, the grip portion 31 is configured such that, for example, the grip 3
5 may be added.

In addition, although the ball hitting device for golf games according to the present invention is used in the atmosphere of a club in actual golf, this device can also be used to classify the head, shoulders, arms, hands, torso, buttocks, and legs. The movements are natural and realistic, and you can even attach a doll's head to the head or put a cover on the body to create a doll-shaped ball hitting device.

Embodiment 2: Among the ball hitting devices for golf gamers according to the present invention, a ball hitting mechanism for a putter is shown in FIG.

A non-stretchable string 52 following the operating member 51 changes its direction by means of a fixed pulley 53, and is connected to the first rotor 5.
4, and is rotated counterclockwise about half a turn or several times, and one end thereof is fixed to a stopper 55.

The first rotor 54 and the second rotor 56 are closely fixed, have a common rotation axis, and move together. The non-stretchable string 58 issued from the stopper 57 of the second rotor 56 goes around a part of the second rotor 56 and then moves to the third rotor 5.
9 and rotates clockwise around the third rotor a portion or several times, and then is fixed with an i4 fitting 60.

Further, the rubber string 62, one end of which is fixed to the stopper 61 of the support rod 82, is attached to the pull string 5 around the circumference of the third rotor
It is wound several times in the opposite direction to 8, and is fixed to a stopper 60 so as to obtain an appropriate tension. The first, second and third rotors are mounted at their central axes 63 and 64 directly or via bearings 65 and 78 to a support rod 82.

On the other hand, the other end of the operating member 51 whose one end is supported by a fulcrum 66 provided on a part of the support rod forms an operating point 61, and the operating member 51 moves in the direction of the arrow around the fulcrum 66. When it moves, the string 52 is pulled in one direction, the first and second rotors rotate clockwise, and the string 58 is further wound upward.
The third rotor 59 rotates to the left, and the shaft 68 also moves in the direction of the arrow around the shaft 64. At this time, the rubber string 6
2 acts as a force in the opposite direction against the pulling force at the operating point 67 that is the motive force for rotating the third rotor 59, smoothly adjusting the rotation of the rotor, and When the pulling force disappears, it acts as a force to return the rotating element and the operating member to their original positions. Therefore, it is possible to replace the rubber string 62 with a string with a spring interposed therebetween, or it is also possible to replace the rubber string 62 with a non-stretchable string by installing a spring in the rotor and utilizing its restoring force. .

The features of this embodiment are that the point of force is at a constant distance from the fulcrum by the use of a rotor, and by using a long rubber string, a nearly constant tension can be obtained despite the rotation of the rotor. Subtle movements can be expressed and smooth operation is R (Noh).The string automatically and smoothly returns to its original position, so the name of the competition is that you can concentrate only when hitting the ball. The operation method is extremely similar to the actual padding movement, and the movement of the shaft (putter) and the movement of the operating hand are the same, giving an extremely realistic feel. It functions as a speed reducer, and large movements at the hand turn into small movements at the tip of the shaft, making it possible to create even more detailed expressions in putting.

Next, the mechanism for attaching and detaching the butter to and from the third rotor 59 will be described, but it is basically the same as that explained in the first embodiment, and in FIG. 6, the a! The side view is shown along with an assembly diagram of the main parts. According to this method, it is possible to attach and detach the putter in the simplest and most reliable manner.

That is, in FIG. 6, one end of the putter shaft 68 is bent at about 90 degrees at about ICl1, so that it fits into a hole 69a and a hole 69b provided in the third rotor 59.

Approximately half of the cross section of the shaft 68 is exposed from the surface of the jl 169b, and is fixed by a presser fitting 70.

The presser fitting 70 is attached to a hole 74 on the rotor 59 with a screw 73 via a ring 71 and a ring 72 having spring properties. The metal fitting 70 of the presser foot can be rotated around the screw nail as an axis by the force of the fingertips, and the putter can be easily attached to and detached from the rotor. It ensures the butter's rotational position even against the impact of time.

Next, the mechanism for attaching the support rod 82/\ of rotation A will be described. The shaft 64, which has a bearing 65 attached to one end thereof, is fixed by a support rod and a nut 75, and the bearing portion is inserted into the third rotor 59 and fixed. The stopper 60 is a stopper for fastening a string and an elastic cord. 1st
The rotor 54 and the second rotor 56 are fixed to each other by screws 77 with their central axes aligned, and set on a shaft 63 equipped with a bearing 78, and the shaft 63 is connected to a support rod and a bolt 80.
Fixed by

However, if each rotor rotates smoothly and does not interfere with the competition,
The pulley 53, which does not necessarily require a bearing 65 or 78, is a string stopper.The pulley 53 is set at the position 53 in FIG.
and 76 are arranged in G4 alternately to prevent the string from coming off and to easily remove it from the pulley when necessary.

FIG. 7 shows a schematic diagram of the entire device of this embodiment (for right-handed users). In order to ensure that the string is guided to the pulley and to prevent it from coming off, guide fittings 79 and 81 are provided that allow the string to be easily removed.
is attached to the support rod 82.Furthermore, the ground contact portion of the support rod is provided with a strong gono plate 83, which functions to create a MIJI environment for the bat.

The putter (shaft) 68 is changed at any time by the attachment/detachment device.
You can choose the design and function of your choice.

When playing the game, the player holds the support rod 82 with his left hand and controls the butter operating member 51 with his right hand.

Therefore, the support rod 82 can be shaped into various grip shapes 11 to make it easier to remove. Further, in order to improve the overall appearance of the device, a cover or the like can be placed on the device.

Example 3: Also integrated with the present invention is the game Kawapol.

No matter how good the performance of the ball hitting device is, if the performance of the ball is not sufficient, the four aspects of the game will be immediately lost. In the present invention, both heavy and light balls can be used, but as a result of the inventor's study, a ball with a diameter of 04 to 2.5 cm (optimal value = 08 to 12
It has been found that a C1 ball with a specific gravity of 0.15 to 025 (optimal value = 02) is most suitable for the purpose. This means that the flight distance is appropriate indoors, the trajectory of the ball is similar to that of actual golf, there is no harm even if it hits furniture or the human body, the pleasant sound made at the moment of hitting is close to that of real life, and the handling and preservation of the ball is This is because it is also easy.

"Effects of the Invention" The golf game wide-use ball hitting device of the present invention skillfully utilizes a plurality of rotors to reproduce the movements of the club and arms during an actual golf swing as faithfully as possible. The flight speed of the ball is also sharper, giving the player enough power to enjoy the immersion and interest of being on a real golf course, even though it is a game.At the same time, this device is also equipped with a club attachment/detachment device. Therefore, players can freely select clubs depending on their mood and course conditions.Furthermore, balls especially suitable for this device have been devised and developed, giving a sense of realism and realism compared to conventional golf games. It's outstanding. In other words, whereas in conventional golf games, the play itself was a form of play through toys, the game using this device realizes ``realistic small-scale golf,'' which gives players an opportunity to play. The feature is that you can enjoy the powerful game to the fullest.

The ball hitting device of the present invention has a simple structure and can be provided at a relatively low cost, and even if a missed club hits the ground, the impact is absorbed by the elastic structure of the gono/string. Therefore, it has excellent durability against damage and accidents. In addition, with this device, the force applied to the fingertips at the operating point is directly transmitted to the tip of the club, making it possible to express subtle movements, and the pull string automatically and smoothly returns to its original position, making it ideal for competitions. Players can concentrate on the Shinku only when hitting the ball, the operating point is located at a high position, which makes the posture during the game easier and less tiring, and the support rod with a rubber plate is easy to fix, making it easier to control the club. The position at which the ball hits the ball is stable, the trajectory of the ball is stable, and the angle of inclination of the shaft is easy to select, making it ideal for technique.
The second will definitely be reflected in the score, and players with similar abilities can have a heated battle.

Furthermore, in games using this device, it is possible to use balls that are heavier than conventional balls, and in this case, the flight distance is longer and the sense of reality is 1 minute, making it possible to play not only indoors but also outdoors. , you can enjoy the game in mini-courses that you freely set, and you can also enjoy creating highly creative courses using easily available materials such as empty cans and empty bottle hats, so it can be used as a side effect as part of children's emotional education. Not only is it expected to have a positive effect, but it also provides a great opportunity to make playmates, and on the other hand, it also has the effect of training your fingertips. Strengthen family harmony while enjoying games,
For the elderly, it is very useful for preventing heartbreak and improving health.

[Brief explanation of the drawing]

The drawings show embodiments of the present invention, with FIGS. 1 to 4 showing a ball hitting device for wood and iron, and FIGS. 5 to 7 showing a ball hitting device for butter. Figure 1 shows the initial diagram of this ball hitting device (for wood and iron), Figure 2 shows the mutual relationship between the string and rubber cord of the device, and the third country shows the rotor part of the device. This is a drawing of the main parts and their assembly, and also shows the device r1 which allows the club to be attached and detached from the rotor to the golf club. , the angle of the support rod] 1 section: r-' is also shown at the same time. Figure 5 shows the mechanism of this ball hitting device (for butter), and Figure 6 shows the rotor part of the device. 1. The main parts and their assembly diagram also shows a device that allows the rotor to be freely attached and detached, and Fig. 7 shows a sketch of the entire device.

Claims (5)

[Claims] (1) Multiple rotors that are given restoring force using the elasticity of rubber strings, springs, etc. and move in coordination with each other (a group of rotors ranging from the rotor connected to the operating member to the rotor equipped with the club) ), and while the movement of the rotor to which rotational force is applied by operating the operating member is transmitted to the other rotors in sequence, the rotor utilizes multiple motions and/or differences in radius between the rotors. A device that transmits the adjusted information to a rotor attached to a club, and hits a golf game ball with the rotation. (2) In claim (1), a rotor with an arm is used as the rotor that is rotated by operating the operating member, and the rotor moves in cooperation with the rotor and is installed on the arm. A ball hitting device for woods and irons, characterized in that a club is attached to a separate rotor and the club is rotated to hit a ball for a golf game. (3) In claim (1), two mutually fixed rotors sharing a central axis and having different radii are used as the rotors that are rotated by operating the operating member, and these rotors and A ball-hitting device for a putter, characterized in that a ball for a golf game is hit by rotating another rotor that is equipped with a club that moves in conjunction with each other. (4) Provide holes and grooves on the rotor to which the club is attached;
2. A ball hitting device for a golf game according to claim 1, wherein a club whose one end is L-shaped is placed in the recess and then fixed with a stopper. (5) A diameter of 0.5 to 2.0 cm made of compressed polystyrene foam or the like used in the ball hitting device for a golf game according to claim (1);
A game ball with a specific gravity of 0.15 to 0.25.