EP1057502A2 - Football pitch device with goals - Google Patents

Abstract

The football game has tapes (2), grids or nets bounding the pitch, measurement devices (9) in the goal (1) areas for measuring the positions of balls and a processing device for a points display. The complete game on at least one pitch can be controlled and monitored by an electronic data processing system (8). Goals detected by a goal sensing arrangement are indicated by audible and visible effects.

Description

The invention relates to a device of a soccer field with goals, wherein surround the playing field with boards, grids and / or nets that limit the playing field is, with measuring devices located in the gate area for measuring the placement hitting balls and a processing device for a point display.

It is known soccer fields with gangs, grids and / or nets to limit. So there is a gang around the field at indoor soccer tournaments arranged. This band is made of opaque material and usually has a height of about one meter. This means that it is not possible for every viewer to see the complete playing field. Game action stay on the gang for the spectators who are behind the gang where the action takes place, hidden. It is also known that in the middle of the base of the field Gates are arranged, the gate opening in the plane of the gang of the base sides lies. To protect the viewers are at some distance behind the gangs and Gates of the basic nets arranged.

Street soccer provides a comparable structure for a soccer field. The disadvantage of these two variants is that the football easily the gangs can exceed and thus on the one hand the game flow is interrupted to other spectators may be injured by the ball.

There are also football pitches with bars on the sides and in height are surrounded. These devices are often found in school playgrounds. Disadvantageous is here that the grid when contacting the football its trajectory can change arbitrarily. Furthermore, there is a risk of injury with grating devices higher than other constructions.

Also known in German utility model DE 298 15 284 U1 Measuring devices for training areas, especially goal walls, where a ball or ball-like object should hit this practice area. In front of the practice area sensors are arranged that have the same size parallel to the training area Monitor area and generate an electrical sensor signal when the ball or the ball-like object crosses this surface. One to the sensors coupled processing arrangement generates control signals from the sensor signals for a display device. The display device is in the exercise area integrated and shows the respective point of impact of the ball and the score achieved with this.

A disadvantage of this device is that it is not used for a soccer game in the usual way Senses is usable. You can only use the device one after the other. Use of this measuring device in a football game is not possible because the Sensors are placed in front of the exercise area and each penetration by area scanned by the sensors would lead to a display. This means, that also a human body part, hand, foot etc., when crossing the area scanned by the sensors would trigger a goal.

From the German patents DE 195 08 742 A1,
DE 196 09 437 A1 and DE 196 00 394 A1 show that a measuring device is arranged inside the goal frame, in particular a light barrier. The devices disclosed in these patents measure the exact position where the ball has crossed the goal opening and then display this on a scoreboard. A disadvantage of these devices is that a goal is displayed as soon as the ball has crossed the area between the posts. This means that a goal is displayed if only a small part of the ball and not the ball as a whole crosses the light barrier. Furthermore, an electronic computer only assigns a number of points to the point of the ball traversed. These devices are not suitable for the requirements of a soccer game.

The object of the invention is to provide a structurally simple, inexpensive to manufacture and easy to handle device of the type mentioned to create the is to be designed in such a way that a closed system of a soccer field is created, which the sequence of one or more football games from the start of the game to Controls game end and thus makes the game an experience.

This object is achieved in that the complete gameplay At least one playing field can be controlled and monitored by an EDP system (8) is and that in particular goals that can be measured by a goal sensor system (9), can be indicated by acoustic and optical effects.

This creates a closed system in which the soccer game becomes one Experience becomes and the player as well as the spectator over the whole Game flow is provided with information visually and acoustically. By that Game controlling and monitoring EDP system and the implementation in optical and acoustic effects create a high entertainment value.

It is advantageous if each playing field, hereinafter also referred to as the soccer box, has its own IT system, which can be easily combined in one Network can be integrated and connected to each other. This has the advantage that each field is functional, but also one central control over the network is possible. For example, on different Playing fields at the same time games take place to increase competition to reach.

It is also favorable if the individual IT components are made of more commercially available Hardware exist. This is easy to use and simple and cost-effective maintenance ensured. Good multimedia capability is guaranteed a hardware consisting of the following components: an Intel Pentium II Processor with a clock frequency of preferably at least 350 MHz or one similarly powerful processor from other manufacturers, a motherboard with several Interfaces for additional connections, a powerful working memory preferably with at least 64 MB, a hard drive with preferably at least a size of 4 GB, as well as a high quality graphics card and an excellent one Sound card. Peripheral devices are connected to the computer via the interfaces, such as speakers and visualization media, can be connected.

So the IT system can start with the data of the respective teams before the start of the game be fed. An entry of the team name, the team origin, Hymns for each individual team, the desired background music as well as the desired music supporters in case of goals is possible. Furthermore, the desired duration of the game, the team to kick off, the number the interruptions and other game modifications can be entered. After actuation With a start button, the teams remain on the team for a short period of time Prepare to start the game. After this period the whistle or the whistle sounds corresponding start signal. With the start of the game, the door sensors are automatically activated as well as the game time activated. Optionally, the game time is forward, i.e. from 0 to end of game, or backwards, i.e. from total duration to 0, continuously adjustable.

It is particularly advantageous if the entire game is carried out by means of the computer system can be controlled and accompanied by acoustic and / or optical effects. This means, that it is possible to play background music during the season to let. The state of the game, the time announcement and other information relating to the game can be played acoustically. Furthermore, the software of the computer system are programmed so that at certain seasons Interruptions in the game or not just an acoustic reproduction when the game is specified is possible, but also a display supported by optical effects. As a result, players and spectators are constantly informed, without the game to be distracted. Optical effects can e.g. illuminating, flickering Lights that accompany acoustic reproduction and thereby amplify it.

A door sensor system consisting of a measuring device and a memory / control unit creates a quick and easy transfer of an incoming Event. The measuring device consists of a light barrier that automatically software controlled switched on at the start of the game and switched off at the end of the game becomes. This light barrier preferably consists of an infrared light source.

A serial arranged on the memory / control unit is also favorable Interface that connects to the IT system. This is one simple and easy connection created.

It is also favorable that the measuring device monitors the entire door opening and is adjustably attached behind the gate. The light beam from the light barrier is adjusted so that it runs through the entire area to be monitored. Even the smallest leads through this very finely set area monitoring Crossing this area to trigger a signal, which then immediately is forwarded to the EDP system. Because the measuring device is adjustable, it can always be moved to the desired distance from the goal line become. I.e. for example, a goal is only displayed when the ball has exceeded the full goal line. The measuring device can therefore be adjusted to any ball size. A big advantage is the attachment the measuring device behind the goal, so that it lies outside the field, does not hinder the flow of the game and can be damaged only with great difficulty.

The data entered and determined in the EDP system is at least a display device can be displayed. Are suitable for this visual representation especially flat screens or televisions or TFT monitors. Here is Particularly favorable if it has an image diagonal of at least 100 cm or 20 inches. There are also LCD projectors with a display option from several square meters.

It is also advantageous that the acoustic effects by means of at least one Loudspeaker are transferable. Standard loudspeakers can be used for this become. Particularly good acoustic effects can be achieved if several Speakers are used and these are distributed around the entire field are. Speakers with small dimensions, light weight and one Music power of at least 75 watts are particularly suitable for this device. The corner supports and the upper part of the field border, on which later the speakers will prove to be a very good option to attach.

Another advantage is that the optical effects by at least one lighting device, in particular a strobe flashing light and / or a quartz flashing light, can be represented. Like the loudspeakers, these are distributed around the entire playing field attachable. They also prove to be cheap places to attach them Corner supports and the upper part of the field border. For displaying one goal scored proves particularly suitable when behind the goals in some distance trusses are attached. At least on these trusses a lighting device arranged. It is advantageous if these lighting devices have at least two different lighting effects. At the sides of the Illuminated devices attached to gates can further enhance the optical effects. Stroboscopic flashing lights and quartz flashing lights prove to be special suitable to achieve bright lighting effects.

Industrial system profiles are a good solution for the board elements that limit the playing field and to use metal-rubber composite panels. These exist on the outside made of metal plates and have a rubber core inside. This can an attractive appearance and low noise are achieved. The Band elements are preferably made of transparent polycarbonate sheets manufactured. These plates allow the passive guests an unhindered Look at what is happening in the soccer box, so that a complete understanding all moves are also possible through the gang. Around To avoid injuries, special semicircular profiles form the upper end all gang elements. These also serve as a handrail for the players. Injuries can be reduced with these semicircular profiles.

Connecting elements between the individual band elements ensure a seamless transition of the neighboring band elements, thus the risk of injury is prevented by sharp edges.

Nets made of polypropylene or similar materials are placed around the field form, together with the gang, the boundaries of the soccer box. The the upper and lower end of the nets is preferably by means of tensioned ropes Wire ropes. On the one hand, the nets have the function of closing the ball in the game hold, on the other hand, they protect the passive viewer. It is particularly beneficial Nets made of 4mm thick polypropylene, which are knotless and a mesh size of 100mm to use. The fact that these networks a have very high tear strength, which even meets the demands of hammer throwing are sufficient, they are ideally suited for use in the soccer box.

It is also advantageous if the goalpost and the crossbar of the goal are rounded off There are profiles that protrude into the playing field. Rounded means here that the profiles in cross section oval, elliptical, circular or have similar shapes. The posts are not absolutely necessary. So can also the gang elements that surround the gate to the respective to the gate horizontally rounded sides and optionally protruding into the playing field be trained. These rounded shapes pose a risk of injury reduced and the effect of the unpredictable rebounding of the ball remains receive.

An embodiment of the invention is shown in the drawings and will described in more detail below.

Figur 1:

Ansicht eines Ausschnitts der Grundseite des Fußballspielfeldes sowie schematische Darstellung der Torsensorik und des EDV-Systems,

Figur 2:

Querschnitt durch ein Tor mit Meßvorrichtung,

Figur 3:

Schematische Darstellung der Meßvorrichtung, der Steuerungseinheit, des EDV-Systems sowie deren Verbindungen miteinander.

Further advantages and features of the invention result from the subclaims and from the following description and the exemplary embodiments illustrated in the drawings
Show it:

Figure 1:

View of a section of the base side of the soccer field as well as a schematic representation of the goal sensors and the IT system,

Figure 2:

Cross section through a gate with measuring device,

Figure 3:

Schematic representation of the measuring device, the control unit, the IT system and their connections to each other.

Figure 1 shows part of the base of the soccer box. The gate (1), with posts (20) and crossbar (21), is surrounded on both sides by band elements (2). In this embodiment, the height of the band elements (2) is lower, than the height of the gate (1). It is also possible that gate (1) and gang elements (2) have the same height or that the band elements (2) are higher than are the gate (1). The individual gang elements (2) and the gates (1) are by means of Connecting elements (18), which are not shown here, connected to each other.

The computer system (8) and the door sensor system (9) are shown schematically here. The measuring device (10) of the door sensor system (9) is arranged behind the goal post (21) and connected to the memory / control unit (11). The measuring device In this exemplary embodiment, (10) consists of an infrared monitoring unit with 8 transmitter units and 8 receiver units. The 8th Transmitter units are mounted behind a goal post (20), the 8 receiver units behind the other post (20). The number of sending units and Receiver units can be varied. It is also conceivable to have only one broadcast and Receiver unit if the emitted beam reflects several times over mirrors becomes. The memory / control unit (11) has a serial interface (12), whereby the connection to the computer system (8) is given. The one in FIG pictured monitor (13) and the pictured mouse represent the computer system schematically (8) and the display device, with its elements described in more detail above, represents.

Above the band elements (2), the nets (4) are arranged, which on profiles (22) are attached, which are attached around the playing field. These profiles (22) are located in the corners, between the base and long side. It can but also additional profiles (22) may be attached to the nets (4) ensure better hold. The nets (4) can be tensioned by means of ropes (19). A traverse (23) is arranged behind the nets, on which loudspeaker (14), a stroboscopic flash (16) and quartz flashing lights (17) are attached.

Figure 2 shows the cross section through a gate (1), cut 90 ° to the base line. Behind the goal post (20) is the height of the goal (1) the measuring device (10) arranged. The distance of the measuring device (10) to the goal line can be varied. The gate (1) is closed except for the gate opening, at the level of the baseline, i.e. the gate is by means of a gate frame (24) and between the frame elements existing devices closed.

In Figure 3 is the schematic representation of the door sensor system (9), with Measuring device (10) and memory / control unit (11), and the EDP system (8).

Claims (13)

Device of a soccer field with goals (1), the field being surrounded by bands (2), grids (3) and / or nets (4) which limit the field, with measuring devices (5) located in the goal area for measuring the placement of balls and a processing device for a point display thereby
characterized in that the complete game sequence of at least one playing field can be controlled and monitored by an EDP system (8) and that in particular goals that can be measured by a goal sensor system (9) can be indicated by acoustic and optical effects. Device for a playing field with goals (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that the game can be controlled and accompanied by acoustic and / or optical effects by means of this EDP system (8). Device of a playing field with goals (1) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized
characterized in that the door sensor system (9) consists of a measuring device (10) and a memory / control unit (11). Device of a playing field with goals (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized
characterized in that a serial interface (12), which establishes a connection to the EDP system (8), is arranged on the memory / control unit (11). Device of a playing field with gates (1) according to any one of the preceding claims characterized
characterized in that the measuring device (10) monitors the entire door opening and is adjustably fastened behind the door (1). Device of a playing field with gates (1) according to any one of the preceding claims characterized
characterized in that the data entered and determined in the EDP system (8) can be displayed on at least one display device (13). Device of a playing field with gates (1) according to any one of the preceding claims characterized
characterized in that the acoustic effects can be transmitted by means of at least one loudspeaker (14). Device of a playing field with gates (1) according to any one of the preceding claims characterized
characterized in that the optical effects can be represented by at least one lighting device (15), in particular a stroboscopic flashing light (16) and / or a quartz flashing light (17). Device of a playing field with gates (1) according to any one of the preceding claims characterized
characterized in that the panel elements (2) which delimit the playing field on the gate side are industrial system profiles and metal-rubber composite panels, the inner rubber core being surrounded by external metal panels. Device of a playing field with gates (1) according to any one of the preceding claims characterized
characterized in that the non-door side panel elements (2) are industrial system profiles and transparent polycarbonate sheets. Device of a playing field with gates (1) according to any one of the preceding claims characterized
characterized in that the individual band elements (2) are connected to one another by connecting elements (18). Device of a playing field with gates (1) according to any one of the preceding claims characterized
characterized in that nets (4) made of polypropylene, which can be tensioned with the aid of ropes (19), are arranged around the playing field. Device of a playing field with gates (1) according to any one of the preceding claims characterized
characterized in that the goal posts (20) and the crossbar (21) of the goals (1) consist of rounded profiles which protrude into the playing field.

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