ES1301586U - PROTECTION DEVICE HEAD FOR SPORTS TRACK POSTS (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding) - Google Patents

Abstract

Head (1) of protection device (8) for poles (9) of sports courts characterized in that it comprises a lower base (2), an upper cover (3) and a lateral opening (5), which make up a housing (6) horizontally configured to house at least one camera (7). (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding)

Description

DESCRIPTION

PROTECTION DEVICE HEAD FOR TRACK POSTS

SPORTS

The present invention refers to a protection device head for poles on sports courts that comprises a lower base, an upper cover and a side opening, which form a horizontal housing configured to house at least one camera, as described in claim 1, incorporating notable innovations and advantages.

Background of the invention

Image recording systems are known in sports spaces in order to be able to appreciate in greater detail the plays of greatest merit, or to determine precisely which player the goal corresponds to. Said recording systems are usually cameras that are placed in secluded spaces to be able to film the activity carried out, without interfering in the development of the game itself, without representing a danger to the players themselves, in the event of a fortuitous crash, or to minimize the risk that the impact of the ball may damage the recording system.

Said image recording systems are used, for example, in tennis and paddle tennis courts, where the balls can acquire great speeds in the development of the game. On the other hand, there is the drawback that, since the recordings have to be from outside the field, the images are not clear or precise, and they have blind spots.

Furthermore, it is known from the state of the art, as described in document CN108010086A, a camera calibration method and device based on the intersection of a marker line of a tennis court and a medium. The method comprises the following steps: using a camera to obtain multiple clear images of the tennis court from a plurality of different angles; using a straight line detection algorithm to extract a tennis court marker line in each tennis court image, and determining the linear equation of each tennis court marker line; selecting multiple sets of pairs of related straight line segments of the tennis court marker line extracted by each image, and calculating a plurality of intersections of tennis court marker lines.

In view of all this, there is a need to offer protection to an image recording system in order to be able to place it in a preferential place on the court itself, without risks for the players, and making it possible to obtain clear images without blind spots from sports activity.

Description of the invention

The objective of the present invention is to provide a cap or head for the protection of the net pole of a paddle tennis court, also including a dedicated space to house a camera. This location, being located on the net post, makes it possible to have clear images without blind spots of the sporting activity, even with 360-degree recordings.

More specifically, the head of the protection device for poles on sports courts comprises a lower base, an upper cover and a lateral opening, which make up a horizontal housing configured to house at least one camera, so as to offer protection against eventual ball impacts that may occur during sporting activity.

Additionally, the lower base includes a first detachable connection for fixing the camera inside the housing, so that the camera can be easily removed and placed, depending on whether it will be necessary for a specific sporting event, thus avoiding example its exposure to inclement weather without need.

It should be noted that the first detachable connection includes a first Velcro surface, so that an easy-to-remove connection with another element that includes another Velcro surface or equivalent is possible.

According to another aspect of the invention, the head of the protection device comprises a second detachable joint for fixing the head on the protection device for posts on sports tracks, so that it is replaceable if it is damaged by any impact, or removable if it is damaged. You want to dispense with the use of an image recording system.

More specifically, the second detachable connection comprises a zipper so that the removal or installation of the head is a simple operation, while offering a robust and reliable fixing.

In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the lower base comprises a first layer of alveolar polypropylene over a second layer of foam, so that it offers an adequate level of rigidity in the seating of the head, while presenting some padding on the post. that minimizes eventual damage, by providing a degree of cushioning.

On the other hand, the upper cover comprises a third layer of foam on a fourth layer of alveolar polypropylene, both covered above and below by a fifth layer of PVC, so that an adequate level of rigidity is offered in the upper part of the head, at the same time it presents a certain padding, and also a coating that protects the set against inclement weather. Optionally, the fourth layer of alveolar polypropylene does not reach the same horizontal end of the upper cover of the head of the protection device, leaving the part corresponding to the housing for the camera only made up of the third layer of foam, which offers greater flexibility. , and less potential damage, for a player who impacts during the game against the top of the pole of the sports court.

Additionally, the head of the protection device includes a foam padded body between the lower base and the upper cover, which offers an increased provision of flexibility and cushioning against possible impacts of players against the upper part of the pole of the sports court.

According to a preferred embodiment of the invention, the head of the protection device includes at least one camera, so that it offers an image recording system with improved features for monitoring the game.

In addition, the camera includes a second Velcro surface, so that it is easy to assemble and disassemble from inside the head housing, also remaining adequately fastened, without oscillations or swings.

More specifically, the camera is wireless, which makes it possible to transmit images without the need to install costly cabling to the point of reception.

In a particular embodiment of the invention, the camera comprises a removable memory of data, with the images captured and saved, so that it is possible to transfer said data to another point for its processing and/or emission.

According to another aspect of the invention, the camera is oriented horizontally towards the central point of the side opening, a central point that coincides with the midpoint of the court and the position of the net, so that what is happening can be followed. much of the track, if not all of it, depending on side range and camera angle. What is happening in the net itself can also be followed with great detail and precision, being able to detect if the ball has impacted, even slightly, on the upper edge of the net.

Alternatively, the head of the protection device for poles comprises a plurality of cameras oriented at different angles distributed horizontally towards the side opening, so that what happens in the entire sports court can be followed in great detail.

In addition, the invention also relates to a protection device for posts on sports courts that includes a head as previously described.

The attached drawings show, by way of non-limiting example, a head of a protection device for posts on sports courts, constituted in accordance with the invention. Other characteristics and advantages of said head of the protection device for posts of sports courts, object of the present invention, will become evident from the description of a preferred, but not exclusive, embodiment, which is illustrated by way of non-limiting example in the following accompanying drawings.

Brief description of the figures

For a better understanding of what has been exposed, some drawings are attached in which, schematically and only as a non-limiting example, a practical case of realization is represented.

Figure 1 is a detail perspective view, and once in place, of the head of the protection device for posts on sports courts, according to the present invention;

Figure 2A is a perspective view of the head of the protection device for sports court poles, with a camera in the housing, according to the present invention;

Figure 2B is a perspective view of the head of the protection device for sports court posts, with two chambers in the housing, according to the present invention;

Figure 3A is a side perspective view of the head of the protection device for sports court posts, according to the present invention;

Figure 3B is a side perspective view of the head of the protection device for posts on sports courts, detailing the layer composition of the upper cover, according to the present invention;

Figure 4A is a bottom perspective view of the head of the protection device for sports court poles, according to the present invention;

Figure 4B is a side perspective view of the interior of the head of the protection device for poles of sports courts, according to the present invention;

Description of a preferred embodiment

Despite the fact that reference has been made to a specific embodiment of the invention, it is clear to an expert in the field that the head of the protection device for sports court poles described is susceptible to numerous variations and modifications, and that all the details mentioned can be replaced by other technically equivalent, without departing from the scope of protection defined by the claims attached in the following section.

Figure 1 shows a detailed perspective view, and once positioned, of the head (1) of the protection device (8) for poles (9) of sports courts, with a first union (11), which includes a first surface (11a) with velcro (11c) at the base lower (2), an upper cover (3), which with the lower base (2) defines a lateral opening (5) and a housing (6) for a camera (7), in the upper part of a protection device ( 8) for a post (9) for sports courts.

Figure 2A shows a perspective view of the head (1) of the protection device (8) for posts (9) for sports courts, with a camera (7) in the housing (6), which includes a lateral opening. (5) with a central point (51) towards which said camera (7) is focused, which houses a removable memory (71).

Figure 2B shows a perspective view of the head (1) of the protection device (8) for poles (9) of sports courts, with two cameras (7) and its removable memory (71) in the housing (6 ), which include a second surface (11b) with velcro (11c) at the bottom.

Figure 3A shows a side perspective view of the head (1) of the protection device (8) for posts (9) for sports courts, including a first connection (11) for the camera (7) on the lower base. (2), and a second connection (12) with the post (9) with a zipper (12a). It also includes an upper cover (3), generating in conjunction with the lower base (2), a lateral opening (5) with a central point (51).

Figure 3B shows a side perspective view of the head (1) of the protection device (8) for posts (9) for sports courts, with the detail of the layer composition of the upper cover (3), appreciating the lower base (2), the upper cover (3), and in between a housing (6). In the detail below, it can be seen that the upper cover (3) includes a third layer (31), preferably made of foam, a fourth layer (32), preferably made of alveolar polypropylene, and a fifth layer (33), preferably made of PVC.

Figure 4A shows a bottom perspective view of the head (1) of the protection device (8) for posts (9) for sports courts, appreciating a second connection (12), preferably with a zipper (12a), and the lower part of the lower base (2) with a second layer (22), preferably made of foam.

Figure 4B shows a side perspective view of the interior of the head (1) of the protection device (8) for posts (9) for sports courts, with a first layer (21) on the lower base (2). of alveolar polypropylene on a second layer (22) of foam, in the upper cover (3) a third layer (31) of foam on a fourth layer (32) of alveolar polypropylene, and between the first layer (21) and the fourth layer (32) a padded body (4) foam.

More particularly, as can be seen in figures 2A and 2B, the head (1) of the protection device (8) for posts (9) for sports courts comprises a lower base (2), an upper cover (3) and a side opening (5), which make up a horizontal housing (6) configured to house at least one camera (7).

Additionally, as can be seen in figures 2A and 3A, the lower base (2) comprises a first detachable connection (11) for fixing the camera (7) inside the housing (6).

More specifically, as seen in Figures 1 and 3A, the first detachable connection (11) comprises a first surface (11a) of Velcro (11c).

In a preferred embodiment of the invention, as can be seen in figures 3A and 4A, the head (1) of the protection device (8) for poles (9) comprises a second detachable joint (12) for fixing the head. (1) on the protection device (8) for poles (9) of sports courts.

Preferably, as can be seen in figures 3A and 4A, the detachable second connection (12) comprises a zipper (12a).

In more detail, as can be seen in figure 4B, the lower base (2) comprises a first layer (21) of alveolar polypropylene on a second layer (22) of foam.

According to another aspect of the invention, as can be seen in figure 3B, the upper cover (3) comprises a third layer (31) of foam over a fourth layer (32) of honeycomb polypropylene, both covered above and below. by a fifth layer (33) of PVC.

It should be noted that, as can be seen in figure 4B, between the lower base (2) and the upper cover (3) it comprises a padded body (4) made of foam.

On the other hand, as can be seen in figures 2A and 2B, the head (1) of the protection (8) for poles (9) comprises at least one camera (7), which in particular can be of the GoPro type or with a 360° focus.

Additionally, as can be seen in figure 2B, the chamber (7) includes a second surface (11b) made of velcro (11c).

Optionally, as can be seen in figures 2A and 2B, the camera (7) is wireless.

According to another aspect of the invention, as can be seen in figures 2A and 2B, the camera (7) includes a removable data memory (71), usually the captured images themselves, the preferred option being an SD card.

It is worth mentioning that, in a particular embodiment of the invention, as seen in Figure 2A, the camera (7) is oriented horizontally towards the central point (51) of the lateral opening (5).

Alternatively, as can be seen in figure 2B, the head (1) of the protection device (8) for poles (9) comprises a plurality of cameras (7) oriented at various angles distributed horizontally towards the lateral opening (5 ).

Another object of the present invention, as can be seen in figure 1, is a protection device (8) for posts (9) for sports courts that includes a head (1) as previously described.

The details, shapes, dimensions and other accessory elements, as well as the components used in the implementation of the head of the protection device for posts on sports courts may be conveniently replaced by others that are technically equivalent, and do not deviate from essentiality. of the invention or the scope defined by the claims that follow the following list.

Numerical reference list:

1 head

11 first union

11th first surface

11b second surface

11c velcro

12 second union

12th zipper

2 lower base

21 first layer

22 second layer

3 top coverage

31 third layer

32 fourth layer

33 fifth layer

4 padded body

5 side opening

51 center point

6 accommodation

7 chamber

71 removable memory

8 protection device

9 pole

Claims (1)

1- Head (1) of protection device (8) for poles (9) of sports courts characterized in that it comprises a lower base (2), an upper cover (3) and a lateral opening (5), which make up a housing (6) horizontally configured to house at least one camera (7). 2- Head (1) of protection device (8) for poles (9) of sports courts, according to claim 1, characterized in that the lower base (2) comprises a first removable joint (11) for fixing the camera (7) inside the housing (6). 3- Head (1) of the protection device (8) for poles (9) of sports courts, according to claim 2, characterized in that the first detachable connection (11) comprises a first surface (11a) of velcro (11c). 4- Head (1) of protection device (8) for poles (9) of sports tracks, according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that it comprises a second detachable joint (12) for fixing the head (1) on the protection device (8) for poles (9) of sports courts. 5- Head (1) of protection device (8) for poles (9) of sports courts, according to claim 4, characterized in that the second detachable connection (12) comprises a zipper (12a). 6- Head (1) of protection device (8) for poles (9) of sports tracks, according to any of the previous claims, characterized in that the lower base (2) comprises a first layer (21) of alveolar polypropylene on a second layer (22) of foam. 7- Head (1) of protection device (8) for poles (9) of sports courts, according to any of the previous claims, characterized in that the upper cover (3) comprises a third layer (31) of foam on a fourth layer (32) of alveolar polypropylene, both covered above and below by a fifth layer (33) of PVC. 8- Head (1) of protection device (8) for poles (9) of sports courts, according to any of the previous claims, characterized in that between the lower base (2) and the upper cover (3) comprises a padded body (4) made of foam. 9- Head (1) of protection device (8) for poles (9) of sports courts, according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that it comprises at least one chamber (7). 10- Head (1) of protection device (8) for poles (9) of sports courts, according to claim 3, characterized in that the chamber (7) comprises a second surface (11b) of velcro (11c). 11- Head (1) of protection device (8) for poles (9) of sports courts, according to any of claims 9 to 10, characterized in that the camera (7) is wireless. 12- Head (1) of protection device (8) for poles (9) of sports tracks, according to any of claims 9 to 11, characterized in that the camera (7) comprises a removable data memory (71). 13- Head (1) of protection device (8) for poles (9) of sports courts, according to any of claims 9 to 12, characterized in that the camera (7) is oriented horizontally towards the central point (51) from the side opening (5). 14- Head (1) of protection device (8) for poles (9) of sports courts, according to any of claims 9 to 12, characterized in that it comprises a plurality of cameras (7) oriented at different angles distributed horizontally towards the side opening (5). 15- Protection device (8) for poles (9) of sports courts comprising a head (1) according to any of the preceding claims.