Apparatus and method for analyzing a golf swing
US7128657B1 · kind B1 · utility
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 3, 2004 |
| Grant date | Oct 31, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 3, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B2220/807
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
There is provided an improved putting training apparatus and method wherein a golfer may observe, analyze, and record their putting swing. A putter supports two detachable, vertically aligned lasers, each adapted to selectively cast a beam towards a target disposed substantially perpendicular to the face of the putter. A first laser is momentarily illuminated when the putter head address the golf ball. The second laser is illuminated continuously both during the preparation for and during the putt. The second laser records on the target a complete transition of the club head during the time it is illuminated. A camera connected to a computer records the first and second laser traces on the target and provides feedback to the golfer regarding his putting swing. Putter head velocity is thereby easily determined. The lowest point in the arc may be readily compared to the actual point of impact with the ball.
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