US20150151180A1 - Scoring Device for a Throwing Game - Google Patents
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- the present invention relates generally to a throwing game. More particularly, the present application involves a unique flying disc used in combination with a goalpost and scoring pad to play a throwing game.
- a flying disc possessing radial blades positioned uniformly about a central hub, fixed to both the central hub and a peripheral ring
- the radial blades may be positioned at an angle relative to the hub and periphery optimized to allow the blades to act as airfoils, providing loft
- the radial blades provide the disc with flight characteristics markedly different from the traditional FRISBEE, and such flying characteristics are uniquely suited for the game disclosed here.
- the peripheral ring of the disc may be perforated with circular, equally spaced holes which both allow air to pass through the periphery and decrease weight.
- the apertures of the peripheral ring may be variously shaped such as oval, triangular, slotted, or irregular and they may all be of the same shape or some or all can be of different shapes. Further, although described as being equally spaced, the apertures of the peripheral ring may be unequally spaced in accordance with various exemplary embodiments of the flying disc.
- the peripheral ring enables the player to throw and catch the disc effectively.
- the flying disc allows a player to throw the disc away from the player and into the air. Once the disc passes its apex, the airfoil effect of the radial blades impart lift forces to the disk, which causes the disc to stall in flight and descend to the ground near the point of its apex.
- the flying disc disclosed here provides a flight path characterized by a steady, linear ascent to apex, at which time the disc fails to the ground nearly vertically from its apex, creating an asymmetrical flight path.
- the invention also includes a goal apparatus.
- the goal apparatus may be composed of PVC plastic pipe or similar, and consists of two sections oriented vertically, connected above the midpoint of the vertical sections by a horizontal cross-bar. Connected perpendicularly to the bottom of the vertical sections is a rectangular base. The base connects to the vertical sections at the midpoints of the length of the rectangle. Contained within the rectangular base is a scoring pad, which may be fabricated from nylon mesh or similar material. The scoring pad is divided into scoring regions.
- the game is played by players standing a distance from the goal apparatus, and tossing the disc towards the goal apparatus by imparting horizontal spin to the disc. Scoring requires directing the flying disc through the vertical sections and above the horizontal cross-bar section. Additional points are awarded by landing the disc on the scoring pad. The unique flight characteristics of the disc make this game possible.
- the flight path of a traditional FRISBEE does not permit a player to pass the disc both over the goalpost and land it on the scoring pad. The first player to reach a predetermined number of points wins.
- FIG. 1 shows a plan view of the flying disc constructed with the preferred embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 1( a ) is a cross-sectional view of the disc of FIG. 1 taken from inside of the disc between the hub and the outer ring looking towards the inside of the outer ring.
- FIG. 1( b ) is a side cut away view of the disc of FIG. 1 .
- FIG. 2 shows a front view of the goalpost with the preferred embodiment of the present invention, including the rectangular support means affixed to the vertical sections.
- FIG. 2( a ) is a side view of the goalpost of FIG. 2 .
- FIG. 3 shows a plan view of the scoring pad and rectangular base.
- ranges mentioned herein include all ranges located within the prescribed range, As such, all ranges mentioned herein include all sub-ranges included in the mentioned ranges. For instance, a range from 100-200 also includes ranges from 110-150, 170-190, and 153-162. Further, all limits mentioned herein include all other limits included in the mentioned limits. For instance, a limit of up to 7 also includes a limit of up to 5, up to 3, and up to 4.5.
- the flying disc is composed of two coaxial rings, a larger outer ring 1 and an inner ring 2 . Outer ring 1 and inner ring 2 are connected by fixed blades 3 that act as airfoils and impart loft to the disc.
- the disc may be fabricated from molded plastic, although other materials, such as balsa wood, could be used.
- the goal apparatus may be composed of PVC plastic or similar materials.
- the goal apparatus consists of two vertically oriented sections 10 , connected above the midpoint of the vertical sections by a horizontal cross-bar 11 . Connected perpendicularly to the bottom of the vertical sections is a rectangular base 12 .
- the base connects to the vertical sections at the midpoints 13 of the length of the rectangular base 12 .
- Support is provided by strings 14 attached to vertical sections 10 .
- Support arms 15 provide additional support and stabilization to the vertical sections.
- Contained within the rectangular base 12 is a scoring pad 16 , which may be fabricated from nylon mesh or similar material, The scoring pad 16 is divided into zones 17 , only a few of which are labeled in FIG. 3 , that disclose different point awards based on where the disc lands.
- each one of the two middle scoring zones 17 are smaller than the left and right scoring zones 17 and are arranged so as to be even in size with one another.
- Players take turns throwing the disc between the vertical goal posts 10 and above the horizontal cross-bar 11 , attempting to land the disc on the scoring pad 16 for increased points.
- the first player to score a predetermined number of points is the winner.
- FIGS. 1 , 1 ( a ) and 1 ( b ) show the disc in a preferred embodiment, where the overall symmetry and shape of the ring is depicted.
- the central hub of the disc 2 consists of a two-inch diameter cylinder.
- a 3 ⁇ 4 inch hole 4 is cut into the center of the cylinder and may be completely or partially filled or covered with a piece of transparent plastic so that one may look through the hole 4 to see a scoring zone 17 or other area below the disc onto which the disc or the center of the central hub 2 rests.
- a preferred embodiment of the blades 3 may be eight 4.5 inch blades (length) situated every 45 degrees around the hub, bearing a seventeen degree angle 18 from horizontal 5 .
- the angle 18 may be from five degrees to forty five degrees, or up to sixty degrees from horizontal 5 .
- a preferred embodiment of the outer ring 1 is eleven inches in diameter and 1.25 inches in height.
- the peripheral ring 1 is oriented coaxially to the inner ring 2 ,
- the blades 3 connect to the outer ring 1 and inner ring 2 ,
- the peripheral ring 1 is perforated with small, evenly sized and spaced round holes 6 .
- the disc depicted in the drawings is a right handed disc for being thrown by the right hand of a user.
- the disc can be rearranged so that it is configured as a left handed disc for use in being thrown by the left hand of the user,
- the tilt of the blades 3 is reversed,
- the angle 18 may instead of being seventeen degrees, may be one hundred and sixty three degrees to effect reorientation of the blades 3 for a left handed disc.
- FIG. 2 shows the goal post in its preferred embodiment.
- it is constructed of plastic pipe 3 ⁇ 4 inch in diameter
- a preferred embodiment of the vertical sections 10 is twelve-foot long vertical sections 10 , joined together by a nine-foot wide horizontal cross-bar section 11 connected eight feet above the bottom of the vertical sections 10 .
- a rectangular base 12 in a preferred embodiment of ten feet by nine feet, attaches perpendicularly to the vertical sections 10 at the midpoint of its length 13 and sits upon the ground,
- the scoring pad 16 is placed in the rectangular frame 12 .
- FIG. 3 depicts the scoring pad 16 and goal post base 12 in its preferred embodiment.
- the scoring pad 16 is placed on the ground and fits to the edges of the rectangular base 12 .
- the scoring pad 16 may be composed of nylon mesh.
- the scoring pad 16 is divided into different scoring regions 17 with pre-assigned point values.
Abstract
A throwing disc, goal apparatus, and game are provided. A disc includes a central hub with blades projecting equiangularly from the hub. The blades are circumscribed by and joined to an outer perimeter ring that aids in throwing. The blades of the disc act as airfoils and impart unique flight characteristics to the disc. A goalpost is comprised of two vertical sections, joined by a horizontal cross-bar located above the midline of the vertical sections, and supported by a rectangular frame oriented perpendicularly to the vertical sections. A scoring pad is included. The game is played by tossing the disc and attempting to pass the disc while in flight between the vertical posts and above the horizontal cross-bar of the goalpost, and landing the disc on the scoring pad.
Description
- The present invention relates generally to a throwing game. More particularly, the present application involves a unique flying disc used in combination with a goalpost and scoring pad to play a throwing game.
- There is a long history of children and adults using flying discs for recreational use. From a basic throw and catch game using a FRISBEE to more advanced games where points are scored, the prior art discloses many examples of different approaches to flying disc games. Examples of disc games in the prior art can be divided broadly into two categories: creation of unique flying discs and creation of unique flying games utilizing a traditional FRISBEE flying disc.
- Notwithstanding the field of prior art, there remains opportunities to experiment and develop improvements to both the flying disc and the method of gameplay with that disc. This is precisely what has been undertaken here, and the disclosed flying disc, goalpost, and scoring pad present a unique disc game suitable for outdoor or indoor play.
- In accordance with an illustrated preferred embodiment of the present invention, a flying disc possessing radial blades positioned uniformly about a central hub, fixed to both the central hub and a peripheral ring are provided, The radial blades may be positioned at an angle relative to the hub and periphery optimized to allow the blades to act as airfoils, providing loft, The radial blades provide the disc with flight characteristics markedly different from the traditional FRISBEE, and such flying characteristics are uniquely suited for the game disclosed here. The peripheral ring of the disc may be perforated with circular, equally spaced holes which both allow air to pass through the periphery and decrease weight. Although described as being circular, equally spaced holes, the apertures of the peripheral ring may be variously shaped such as oval, triangular, slotted, or irregular and they may all be of the same shape or some or all can be of different shapes. Further, although described as being equally spaced, the apertures of the peripheral ring may be unequally spaced in accordance with various exemplary embodiments of the flying disc. The peripheral ring enables the player to throw and catch the disc effectively.
- The construction of the disc allows a player to throw the disc away from the player and into the air. Once the disc passes its apex, the airfoil effect of the radial blades impart lift forces to the disk, which causes the disc to stall in flight and descend to the ground near the point of its apex. Instead of the even, shallow, parabolic flight path typical of a FRISBEE disc (a solid circular plastic disc), the flying disc disclosed here provides a flight path characterized by a steady, linear ascent to apex, at which time the disc fails to the ground nearly vertically from its apex, creating an asymmetrical flight path.
- The invention also includes a goal apparatus. The goal apparatus may be composed of PVC plastic pipe or similar, and consists of two sections oriented vertically, connected above the midpoint of the vertical sections by a horizontal cross-bar. Connected perpendicularly to the bottom of the vertical sections is a rectangular base. The base connects to the vertical sections at the midpoints of the length of the rectangle. Contained within the rectangular base is a scoring pad, which may be fabricated from nylon mesh or similar material. The scoring pad is divided into scoring regions.
- The game is played by players standing a distance from the goal apparatus, and tossing the disc towards the goal apparatus by imparting horizontal spin to the disc. Scoring requires directing the flying disc through the vertical sections and above the horizontal cross-bar section. Additional points are awarded by landing the disc on the scoring pad. The unique flight characteristics of the disc make this game possible. The flight path of a traditional FRISBEE does not permit a player to pass the disc both over the goalpost and land it on the scoring pad. The first player to reach a predetermined number of points wins.
- A full and enabling disclosure of the present invention, including the best mode thereof, directed to one of ordinary skill in the art, is set forth more particularly in the remainder of the specification, which makes reference to the appended Figs. in which:
FIG. 1 shows a plan view of the flying disc constructed with the preferred embodiment of the present invention. -
FIG. 1( a) is a cross-sectional view of the disc ofFIG. 1 taken from inside of the disc between the hub and the outer ring looking towards the inside of the outer ring. -
FIG. 1( b) is a side cut away view of the disc ofFIG. 1 . -
FIG. 2 shows a front view of the goalpost with the preferred embodiment of the present invention, including the rectangular support means affixed to the vertical sections. -
FIG. 2( a) is a side view of the goalpost ofFIG. 2 . -
FIG. 3 shows a plan view of the scoring pad and rectangular base. - Repeat use of reference characters in the present specification and drawings is intended to represent the same or analogous features or elements of the invention.
- Reference will now be made in detail to embodiments of the invention, one or more examples of which are illustrated in the drawings. Each example is provided by way of explanation of the invention, and not meant as a limitation of the invention. For example, features illustrated or described as part of one embodiment can be used with another embodiment to yield still a third embodiment. It is intended that the present invention include these and other modifications and variations.
- It is to be understood that the ranges mentioned herein include all ranges located within the prescribed range, As such, all ranges mentioned herein include all sub-ranges included in the mentioned ranges. For instance, a range from 100-200 also includes ranges from 110-150, 170-190, and 153-162. Further, all limits mentioned herein include all other limits included in the mentioned limits. For instance, a limit of up to 7 also includes a limit of up to 5, up to 3, and up to 4.5.
- What is generally disclosed is a flying disc and goal apparatus that enables a player to play a unique flying disc game. The flying disc is composed of two coaxial rings, a larger
outer ring 1 and aninner ring 2.Outer ring 1 andinner ring 2 are connected byfixed blades 3 that act as airfoils and impart loft to the disc. The disc may be fabricated from molded plastic, although other materials, such as balsa wood, could be used. - The goal apparatus may be composed of PVC plastic or similar materials. The goal apparatus consists of two vertically
oriented sections 10, connected above the midpoint of the vertical sections by a horizontal cross-bar 11. Connected perpendicularly to the bottom of the vertical sections is arectangular base 12. The base connects to the vertical sections at themidpoints 13 of the length of therectangular base 12. Support is provided bystrings 14 attached tovertical sections 10.Support arms 15 provide additional support and stabilization to the vertical sections. Contained within therectangular base 12 is ascoring pad 16, which may be fabricated from nylon mesh or similar material, Thescoring pad 16 is divided intozones 17, only a few of which are labeled inFIG. 3 , that disclose different point awards based on where the disc lands. InFIG. 3 , four scoring regions orzones 17 are shown, aleft zone 17, aright zone 17, and twomiddle zones 17. Individually, each one of the twomiddle scoring zones 17 are smaller than the left andright scoring zones 17 and are arranged so as to be even in size with one another. - Players take turns throwing the disc between the
vertical goal posts 10 and above the horizontal cross-bar 11, attempting to land the disc on thescoring pad 16 for increased points. The first player to score a predetermined number of points is the winner. -
FIGS. 1 , 1(a) and 1(b) show the disc in a preferred embodiment, where the overall symmetry and shape of the ring is depicted. The central hub of thedisc 2 consists of a two-inch diameter cylinder. A ¾ inch hole 4 is cut into the center of the cylinder and may be completely or partially filled or covered with a piece of transparent plastic so that one may look through the hole 4 to see ascoring zone 17 or other area below the disc onto which the disc or the center of thecentral hub 2 rests. A preferred embodiment of theblades 3 may be eight 4.5 inch blades (length) situated every 45 degrees around the hub, bearing a seventeendegree angle 18 from horizontal 5. In accordance with other exemplary embodiments theangle 18 may be from five degrees to forty five degrees, or up to sixty degrees from horizontal 5. A preferred embodiment of theouter ring 1 is eleven inches in diameter and 1.25 inches in height. Theperipheral ring 1 is oriented coaxially to theinner ring 2, Theblades 3 connect to theouter ring 1 andinner ring 2, Theperipheral ring 1 is perforated with small, evenly sized and spaced round holes 6. - The disc depicted in the drawings is a right handed disc for being thrown by the right hand of a user. The disc can be rearranged so that it is configured as a left handed disc for use in being thrown by the left hand of the user, In this regard, the tilt of the
blades 3 is reversed, For example, theangle 18 may instead of being seventeen degrees, may be one hundred and sixty three degrees to effect reorientation of theblades 3 for a left handed disc. -
FIG. 2 shows the goal post in its preferred embodiment. In its preferred embodiment it is constructed of plastic pipe ¾ inch in diameter, A preferred embodiment of thevertical sections 10 is twelve-foot longvertical sections 10, joined together by a nine-foot wide horizontal cross-bar section 11 connected eight feet above the bottom of thevertical sections 10. Arectangular base 12, in a preferred embodiment of ten feet by nine feet, attaches perpendicularly to thevertical sections 10 at the midpoint of itslength 13 and sits upon the ground, - The
scoring pad 16 is placed in therectangular frame 12. -
FIG. 3 depicts thescoring pad 16 andgoal post base 12 in its preferred embodiment. Thescoring pad 16 is placed on the ground and fits to the edges of therectangular base 12. In a preferred embodiment thescoring pad 16 may be composed of nylon mesh. Thescoring pad 16 is divided intodifferent scoring regions 17 with pre-assigned point values. - While the present invention has been described in connection with certain preferred embodiments, it is to be understood that the subject matter encompassed by way of the present invention is not to be limited to those specific embodiments. On the contrary, it is intended for the subject matter of the invention to include all alternatives, modifications and equivalents as can be included within the spirit and scope of the following claims.
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5. A goalpost and scoring pad for a throwing game, comprising:
two vertically oriented sections connected above midlines of the two vertically oriented sections by a horizontal cross-bar;
a rectangular base oriented perpendicularly to the vertically oriented sections, wherein the rectangular base is attached to the vertical sections at a midpoint of a length of the rectangular base;
additional stabilizing means including strings connecting the vertical posts to ground and support arms connecting the vertical posts to the ground; and
a scoring pad divided into different scoring regions placed within the rectangular base.
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7. A scoring device for a game, comprising:
a first vertical section;
a second vertical section;
a horizontal cross-bar that engages both the first vertical section and the second vertical section, wherein both the first vertical section and the second vertical section extend vertically higher than the horizontal cross-bar;
a base from which both the first vertical section and the second vertical section extend;
a first scoring region located vertically lower than the horizontal cross-bar and forward from the horizontal cross-bar; and
a second scoring region located vertically lower than the horizontal cross-bar and rearward from the horizontal cross-bar.
8. The scoring device as set forth in claim 7 , wherein the base is rectangular in shape, and wherein both the first scoring region and the second scoring region are located completely within a perimeter defined by the base.
9. The scoring device as set forth in claim 7 , wherein the first scoring region and the second scoring region are part of a scoring pad.
10. The scoring device as set forth in claim 9 , wherein the scoring pad is made of nylon mesh.
11. The scoring device as set forth in claim 7 , wherein a part of the first scoring region is defined by the base, and wherein a part of the second scoring region is defined by the base.
12. The scoring device as set forth in claim 7 , wherein the horizontal cross-bar is located vertically higher than a midline of the first vertical section, and wherein the horizontal cross-bar is located vertically higher than a midline of the second vertical section, wherein the base is rectangular in shape, wherein the first vertical section is located at midpoint of a length of the base, and wherein the second vertical section is located at the midpoint of the length of the base.
13. The scoring device as set forth in claim 7 , further comprising:
a first support arm that engages the first vertical section at a height of the first vertical section vertically lower than a point of engagement between the first vertical section and the horizontal cross-bar, wherein the first support arm is free from engagement with the base;
a second support arm that engages the second vertical section at a height of the second vertical section vertically lower than a point of engagement between the second vertical section and the horizontal cross-bar, wherein the second support arm is free from engagement with the base;
a first string that extends from the first vertical section to the base; and
a second string that extends from the second vertical section to the base.
14. The scoring device as set forth in claim 7 , wherein the base rests on top of and engages ground.
15. The scoring device as set forth in claim 7 , wherein the base defines a dosed perimeter.
16. A scoring device for a game, comprising:
a first vertical section;
a second vertical section;
a horizontal cross-bar that engages both the first vertical section and the second vertical section;
a base from which both the first vertical section and the second vertical section extend, wherein the base extends from the first vertical section to the second vertical section; and
a first scoring region located vertically lower than the horizontal cross-bar.
17. The scoring device as set forth in claim 16 , wherein the base defines a closed perimeter that is both forward and rearward of the horizontal cross-bar in a length direction of the base;
wherein the first vertical section, the second vertical section, and the horizontal cross-bar do not extend beyond the base in the length direction of the base and in a width direction of the base.
18. The scoring device as set forth in claim 16 , further comprising a second scoring region located vertically lower than the horizontal cross-bar and rearward from the horizontal cross-bar;
wherein the first scoring region is located forward from the horizontal cross-bar;
wherein both the first scoring region and the second scoring region are partially defined by the base;
wherein both the first vertical section and the second vertical section extend vertically higher than the horizontal cross-bar; and
wherein the horizontal cross-bar engages both the first vertical section and the second vertical section above midlines of the first vertical section and the second vertical section in a vertical direction.
19. The scoring device as set forth in claim 16 , wherein the base is rectangular in shape and is oriented perpendicularly to the first vertical section and the second vertical section, wherein the first vertical section engages the base at a midpoint of a length of the base, and wherein the second vertical section engages the base at the midpoint of the length of the base.
20. The scoring device as set forth in claim 16 , wherein the first scoring region is part of a scoring pad that is made of nylon mesh, and wherein the scoring pad and the base define a second scoring region that is located vertically lower than the horizontal cross-bar and rearward of the horizontal cross-bar; and
further comprising a third scoring region that is located vertically lower than the horizontal cross-bar and is part of the scoring pad.
21. The scoring device as set forth in claim 16 , wherein the base rests on top of and engages ground.
22. The scoring device as set forth in claim 16 , further comprising:
a first support arm that engages the first vertical section at a height of the first vertical section vertically lower than a point of engagement between the first vertical section and the horizontal cross-bar, wherein the first support arm is free from engagement with the base;
a second support arm that engages the second vertical section at a height of the second vertical section vertically lower than a point of engagement between the second vertical section and the horizontal cross-bar, wherein the second support arm is free from engagement with the base;
a first string that extends from the first vertical section to the base; and
a second string that extends from the second vertical section to the base.
23. The scoring device as set forth in claim 16 , wherein the base forms a closed perimeter, wherein the first scoring region is located in the closed perimeter.
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