Handheld performance tracking and mapping device utilizing an optical scanner
US8858368B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 26, 2012 |
| Grant date | Oct 14, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 26, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B2220/805
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Disclosed is a golf performance tracking and mapping device that utilizes a handheld, portable device having an optical scanner for reading waypoints along a course map, cataloging strokes, distances and further for suggesting and cataloging club choices throughout a round. The data gathered during the round is utilized to create measurable data that can be utilized to create a portfolio of a specific round for posterity, or further for creating data that can be statistically analyzed for a specific user, wherein club ranges, weaknesses and strengths can be determined over a statistically significant period for performance tracking. The device includes a display and an internal global positioning system for tracking location. It is desired that the present tracking device require minimal user input beyond club scanning prior to subsequent swings.
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