The present invention relates to a training accessory, and more particularly to a holding apparatus for mounting a video or photographic device, such as a digital camera having a display device for feedback, such as a tablet PC, i-phone, i-pad, cell phone having a screen, multimedia device, or the like. The imaging and display device being easily transportable and easy to set up, for example, on a golf course where multiple instances are required, yet does not interfere with the playing of the game.
Highly competitive performers such as athletes are constantly looking for a differentiating factor or edge in their performance. Small variations in stance, swing, arc, and the like can make a tremendous difference in performance for a baseball player, golfer, basketball player, or many other competitive games or sports.
For example, golfers can pay thousands of dollars for golf lessons comprising constant feedback from a professional to correct grip, stance, or mechanical movement, only find that once on the golf course, and without the feedback, hard won advances are lost. Many have resorted to videotaping their performance in order to study their golf swing, only to find that the equipment is expensive and requires significant set up and takedown, which can greatly interfere with the fun of the game.
In a separate application of the present invention, those involved in the performance arts also require feedback on performances, acting, singing and the like. The present accessory is anticipated to be used in applications such as this.
With the advent of devices such as tablet PC's having cameras and inexpensive apps interactive training is possible for the individual wishing to understand his or her golf swing and get instant feedback. Until now there was no way to have a transportable easy to set-up stand that could be taken to the practice area, course, or stage.
The object of this invention is to provide a mobile durable lightweight adjustable stand that can accept in a snap on fashion the new tablet computers or cell phones with golf apps becoming popularized today. The stand is versatile enough to be used as an inexpensive, easily transportable tripod for filming or photography with these new devices
An understanding of the present invention may be obtained by reference to the accompanying drawings, when considered in conjunction with the subsequent, detailed description, in which:
Elements; (2) feedback device—which can comprise any combination of elements (10), (12) and (18); (10) imaging device, (12) display device, (14) signal, (16) ball, (18) processor (not shown), (20) attachment means, (22) handle, (24) positioning means, (26) body, (28) adjustment, (30) legs, (32) support. In the instance of
In this first embodiment shown in
Upon completion of the feedback process, the feedback device (02) can be removed, and the entire accessory (01) can be quickly folded for quick and easy transport. In this case, in a golf bag.
As to functionality of the accessory (01), the swivel (24) should operate as a ball in socket type operation providing full rotation of the display device (12) shown in
Although the present invention has been described in detail, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, substitutions, and alterations herein may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention in its broadest form. The invention is not considered limited to the example chosen for purposes of disclosure, and covers all changes and modifications which do not constitute departures from the true spirit and scope of this invention.
Having thus described the invention, what is desired to be protected by Letters Patent is presented in the subsequent appended claims.
This application claims priority from U.S. provisional application 61/522,106 filed 10 Aug. 2011; entitled “Sports Video Training Accessory”. The entire contents being hereby incorporated by reference and for which benefit of the priority date is claimed.
Number | Date | Country | |
---|---|---|---|
61522106 | Aug 2011 | US |