Start assist device for swimmers with positioning and removal mechanism
US10245524B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 31, 2013 |
| Grant date | Apr 2, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 8, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B2244/20
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An apparatus to quickly position a start assist device for backstroke swimmers and remove said start assist device once the apparatus detects or is signaled that the swimmer has left to prevent injuries and obstructions caused by the start assist device. A mechanical embodiment of such an apparatus and a motorized embodiment of such an apparatus with a data input system to position the start assist device according to the individual swimmers needs and means to signal the start event are disclosed.
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