POLE ASSEMBLY FOR FLYING DISK GAME

• US 20110042901A1
• Filed: 07/24/2010
• Published: 02/24/2011
• Est. Priority Date: 07/24/2009
• Status: Active Grant

• Current Assignee: Timothy J. Raymond
• Original Assignee: Timothy J. Raymond
• Inventors: Raymond, Timothy J.
• Granted Patent: US 8,608,167 B2
• Time in Patent Office: Days
• US Class Current: 273/407
• CPC Class Codes: A63B 2071/024 with screws or pins in the earth
• CPC Class Codes: A63B 2071/026 stabilised by weight
• CPC Class Codes: A63B 2071/0625 Emitting sound, noise or music
• CPC Class Codes: A63B 2209/10 with adhesive type surfaces, i.e. hook and loop-type fastener
• CPC Class Codes: A63B 2210/50 Size reducing arrangements for stowing or transport
• CPC Class Codes: A63B 2220/801 Contact switches
• CPC Class Codes: A63B 2220/803 Motion sensors
• CPC Class Codes: A63B 2220/805 Optical or opto-electronic sensors
• CPC Class Codes: A63B 2220/833 Sensors arranged on the exercise apparatus or sports implement
• CPC Class Codes: A63B 2225/093 Height
• CPC Class Codes: A63B 2225/74 with powered illuminating means, e.g. lights
• CPC Class Codes: A63B 63/007 Target zones without opening defined on a substantially horizontal surface
• CPC Class Codes: A63B 65/10 Discus discs; Quoits
• CPC Class Codes: A63B 67/06 Ring or disc tossing games , e.g. quoits; Throwing or tossing games, e.g. using balls; Games for manually rolling balls, e.g. marbles
• CPC Class Codes: A63B 71/0036 Accessories for stowing, putting away or transporting exercise apparatus or sports equipment A63B47/00, A63B55/00, A63B60/56 take precedence
• CPC Class Codes: A63B 71/0622 Visual, audio or audio-visual systems for entertaining, instructing or motivating the user
• CPC Class Codes: A63B 71/0672 using non-electronic means

Abstract

A game apparatus which allows for a target disposed on the top of a pole to be knocked down by a projectile. The game apparatus includes a segmented pole which can be assembled and disassembled easily via coupling mechanisms between each segment. The top segment of the pole includes a top cap where a surface on which targets can be placed, is provided. The bottom segment of the pole is connected to a base which holds the pole up. Alternatively, a stake can be coupled to the bottom segment of the pole to drive the pole into the ground directly. A scoring mechanism along the surface of the poles is provided, as well as a target illuminating device to enhance the visibility of the target. The top cap of the pole can also include illumination such that the game can be played even in low ambient light.

Claims

1. An apparatus for a game with an objective of knocking down a target comprising:

a segmented pole with at least an upper pole segment and a lower pole segment connected with at least one coupling mechanism;

a top cap disposed on top of the upper pole segment for placement of the target; and

a mechanism for securing the pole in an upright position.

2. The apparatus of claim 1 wherein the pole further comprises one or more intermediate segments between the upper pole segment and the lower pole segment, wherein the intermediate segments are joined to each other and to the upper pole segments and lower pole segments with a coupling mechanism disposed between adjacent pole segments.

3. The apparatus of claim 1 wherein the coupling mechanism utilizes a frictional fit to connect adjacent segments of the pole.

4. The apparatus of claim 1 wherein the coupling mechanism utilizes a thread-screw fit to connect adjacent segments of the pole.

5. The apparatus of claim 1 wherein the top cap further comprises a mechanism for providing a source of light.

6. The apparatus of claim 5 where the source of light can be designated by the user to remain continuously on or provide a visual effect.

7. The apparatus of claim 5 wherein the mechanism for providing a source of light is in signal communication with a sensor.

8. The apparatus of claim 1 wherein the surface of the top cap comprises a recessed region.

9. The apparatus of claim 1 further comprising a target illumination device.

10. The apparatus of claim 1 wherein the mechanism for securing the pole in an upright position comprises a stake.

11. The apparatus of claim 1 wherein the mechanism for securing the pole in an upright position comprises a base plate with an socket suitable for receiving the lower pole segment.

12. The apparatus of claim 1 further comprising a scoring mechanism.