ES1297009U - DEVICE FOR VIRTUAL DART GAME (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding) - Google Patents

Abstract

Virtual dart game device, comprising: - a projection screen (1), which is intended to receive darts, - a projector (3), which projects an image onto the projection screen (1), being the device characterized in that it additionally comprises: - an infrared frame (2), which surrounds the projection screen (1) perimeter, and which allows detecting a collision point of the darts that hit the projection screen (1), - a processor (4), connected to the projection screen (1), the projector (3) and the infrared frame (2), which stores a number and point of collision of the darts and configured to determine a score of one or more users. (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding)

Description

DESCRIPTION

DEVICE FOR VIRTUAL DART GAME

OBJECT OF THE INVENTION

The object of the invention is a device for a virtual dart game or other types of recreational activities, which can be used for play in game rooms, pubs, bars, etc., as well as for domestic use at home or for educational purposes in schools.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Darts is a game that is played individually or in teams, and which consists of each player alternately throwing three darts at a target until completing a certain score or reaching certain sectors a certain number of times, depending on the game variant.

There are different types of targets. Firstly, traditional targets are faster to use, since they only need to be placed in the place where you want to play and they do not have any electronic mechanism. Another feature of traditional dartboards is that the darts tend to be more realistic, which makes it easier to delimit the playing areas and avoids confusion among players.

These targets are known as "hair targets" and it is that formerly the material with which it was manufactured was natural hair from animals such as camels. Over the years, the materials have evolved and other synthetic options have been adopted, such as cork or sisal.

On the other hand, we find electronic targets. The main advantage of these targets is convenience, because by counting automatically, it is more practical to play and they show the players' scores directly. Another advantage of these targets is that they include several game modes, so you can vary them and the game becomes more dynamic. It must be taken into account that, as it is an electronic machine, it must be connected to the network to be used or, where appropriate, have batteries for it to work.

There are also different types of darts. First, the steel tip darts, which are used to play on the traditional dartboard. On the other hand, plastic or electronic tip darts, which are lighter darts than the previous ones, appropriate for electronic targets. The reason they are lighter is to avoid excessive wear on the target. Another modality of darts are darts with a blowpipe. In this case, the distance to the target is greater and the darts are very small (on the order of 2 centimeters).

Currently, the game of darts is considered somewhat outdated, and it is not widely practiced by the new generations, who demand more dynamic and versatile games, which also allow interaction with their mobile devices. Therefore, a new device that meets these needs is necessary, especially among the youngest.

DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

The device for playing virtual darts or other types of recreational games allows solving the aforementioned drawbacks, the device being a new version of the dart game, more dynamic, comfortable and entertaining.

The device comprises, first of all, a projection screen and a projector. The projector projects onto the projection screen a series of graphics, such as a dart board, for example. However, the projector can generate other types of graphics, such as duck shooting, balloon popping, shooting range, etc. In addition, it is important that the projector is high brightness, to achieve a good image of the graphics indoors with lighting.

A user will launch a dart towards the projection screen, as if it were a conventional target.

In one aspect of the invention, the projection screen is made of a rubber/synthetic rubber or foam, which allows darts, which may be metal-tipped or plastic-tipped, to hit without ricocheting.

In order to be able to detect whether a dart has hit the projection screen, as well as its location on its surface, the device additionally comprises, surrounding Perimeter to the projection screen, an infrared frame. In this way, the infrared frame makes it possible to detect the collision zone of the darts that hit the projection screen, as well as to determine the zone of impact on the projection screen.

Connected to the projection screen, the infrared frame and the projector, the device comprises a processor, which manages all of the above elements, determining which image is displayed on the projection screen, counting dots, etc.

Finally, the device may additionally comprise a communications module, intended to be connected to an external device, such as a user's mobile phone. In this way, the user will be able to access the device, viewing their score, their classification with respect to other users, managing their payments, choosing the image to be displayed by the projector, etc.

DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

To complement the description that is being made and in order to help a better understanding of the characteristics of the invention, according to a preferred example of its practical embodiment, a set of drawings is attached as an integral part of said description. where, with an illustrative and non-limiting nature, the following has been represented:

Figure 1.- Shows a general view of the virtual dart game device.

PREFERRED EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION

A preferred embodiment of the device for a virtual dart game or other types of recreational games is described below, with the help of figure 1 .

As represented in figure 1, the device comprises a projection screen (1) and a projector (3). The projection screen (1) is attached to a vertical surface, such as a wall, and the projector (3) is attached to a high horizontal surface, such as a ceiling, so that it can project an image onto the projection screen. (1).

In order to play a game of darts, a user will stand in front of the projection screen (1) and launch a dart, as if it were a conventional target.

The darts may have a metallic or plastic tip and the projection screen (1) will be made of rubber/synthetic rubber or foam, which allows the darts to remain stuck, without bouncing.

As shown in figure 1, surrounding the projection screen (1) perimeter, the device comprises an infrared frame (2). The infrared frame (2) makes it possible to detect a collision point of the darts that hit the projection screen (1). In this way you can keep an account of the points obtained by each user.

Connected to the projection screen (1), the infrared frame (2) and the projector (3), the device comprises a processor (4), which manages all the above elements.

Finally, the device comprises a communications module (5) intended to be connected to an external device, such as a user's mobile phone. In this way, the user will be able to access the device, viewing their score, their classification with respect to other users, managing their payments, choosing the image to be displayed by the projector (3), etc.

Claims (4)

1. - Virtual dart game device, comprising: - a projection screen (1), which is intended to receive darts, - a projector (3), which projects an image onto the projection screen (1), the device being characterized in that it additionally comprises: - an infrared frame (2), which surrounds the projection screen (1) perimeter, and which allows detecting a collision point of the darts that hit the projection screen (1), - a processor (4), connected to the projection screen (1), the projector (3) and the infrared frame (2), which stores a number and point of collision of the darts and configured to determine a score of one or more users. 2. - The device of claim 1, further comprising a communications module (5), connected to the processor (4) and intended to connect to an external device. 3. - The device of claim 1, wherein the projection screen (1) is made of synthetic rubber, which allows the darts to remain stuck. 4. - The device of claim 1, wherein the projection screen (1) is made of foam, which allows the darts to remain stuck.