EP1802378A1 - Ball game which can be used, for example, for training purposes by one or more tennis players - Google Patents

Ball game which can be used, for example, for training purposes by one or more tennis players

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EP1802378A1
EP1802378A1 EP05802728A EP05802728A EP1802378A1 EP 1802378 A1 EP1802378 A1 EP 1802378A1 EP 05802728 A EP05802728 A EP 05802728A EP 05802728 A EP05802728 A EP 05802728A EP 1802378 A1 EP1802378 A1 EP 1802378A1
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
    • A63B69/00—Training appliances or apparatus for special sports
    • A63B69/0073—Means for releasably holding a ball in position; Balls constrained to move around a fixed point, e.g. by tethering
    • A63B69/0079—Balls tethered to a line or cord
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
    • A63B71/00—Games or sports accessories not covered in groups A63B1/00 - A63B69/00
    • A63B71/02—Games or sports accessories not covered in groups A63B1/00 - A63B69/00 for large-room or outdoor sporting games
    • A63B71/023—Supports, e.g. poles
    • A63B2071/026—Supports, e.g. poles stabilised by weight
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
    • A63B69/00—Training appliances or apparatus for special sports
    • A63B69/38—Training appliances or apparatus for special sports for tennis

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  • Ball game for example, usable for training one or more tennis players.
  • the present invention relates to a ball game for one or more participants and which can be used for the sports training of tennis players, mini tennis players, tennis players or any other sport in which a ball must be thrown and returned at distances and distances. variable directions by striking it with a racket or similar instrument.
  • the invention can be implemented in the form of a game for children or, in general, a hobby.
  • the invention relates to a ball game of the kind comprising a ball attached to one end of a link or elastic cord ensuring the return of said ball towards the player, after it has been struck by the latter by means of a racket or a similar game accessory.
  • a game of this kind is for example described in the document FR-2.758.273 according to which the other end of the elastic cord is attached to a base made fixed by a ballast or other structure implanted in the ground.
  • the heavy base called to remain fixed during play can be provided with a non-slip sole opposing its sliding.
  • the ball is connected to a heavy spherical base (hollow sphere filled with a ballast) whose ground immobilization is further improved by its positioning in a kind saucer preventing him from moving sideways.
  • the bullet is connected to the top of a stationary mast supported by a heavy base.
  • the bullet is connected to a heavy base; according to the document US Pat. No. 4,174,107, the bullet is connected to a receptacle intended to receive a heavy material;
  • the bullet is connected to an anchoring element.
  • the ball is connected, by means of a flexible link elastic or not, to a heavy element whose function is to allow the attachment of said link to a fixed attachment point.
  • the role of this heavy element is precisely to prevent any displacement of this fixed attachment point when hitting the ball.
  • This dynamic aspect of the game with diversified ball trajectories is obtained according to the invention by means of a mobile, preferably spherical and wooden ballast, of a ball adapted to the desired sport (intermediate tennis ball, mini tennis ball). or other type of ball) and an elastic link connecting said ball and said movable ballast, the latter having a weight greater than that of the ball and being configured to be moved under the effect of each shot of ball.
  • the point of attachment of the ball is not fixed but changing, so that when the ball is struck by means of a racket or other similar instrument, it is projected in the direction desired by the player, while being relatively restrained by the mobile ballast, via said elastic link.
  • the mobile ballast moves with each strike of the ball, so that the return trajectory of the ballast is unpredictable and shorter than that which would be obtained, with the same striking force, by connecting the proximal end of the elastic cord to a pedestal or other fixed attachment point.
  • the player must move, usually forward, which requires him a high mobility and promotes initiative.
  • the ball game according to the invention may comprise an additional element, which will be called a fixed base, immobilized for example by a ballast and designed to receive and maintain the mobile ballast in its enclosure, offering then the possibility of playing in the known configuration, that is to say with fixed stationary equipment: the mobile ballast thus made fixed is obviously always connected to the ball via the elastic link.
  • a fixed base immobilized for example by a ballast and designed to receive and maintain the mobile ballast in its enclosure
  • the ball is naturally interchangeable (by a direct attachment in the ball, or via a sock or ball envelope as the one proposed in document No. FR-2.758.273) in order to set up the type of ball adapted to the level of play and the physical capabilities of the user, as well as sport and type of game chosen .
  • elastic threads or cords of different characteristics can easily replace the original one in case of wear or to adapt the playing distance to the level of the user and sport and type of game chosen: for example, to play with the mobile ballast, it is recommended to preferably a four-meter elastic link with a mini tennis ball, while to play with the fixed base, it is recommended preferably either a four-meter elastic tie with a mini tennis ball, or a six-meter elastic tie with an intermediate tennis ball (or any other type of ball ...); it is the type of game and the level of the player that determines the choice.
  • the dynamic side of the game is really advantageous, especially in the context of a training since it allows to develop the coordination (placement, displacement and replacement), the qualities of observation (the work of the eye and hypervigilance) , but also strikes by forcing the player to hit the ball in motion and ahead of himself (anticipation forward).
  • the ball game according to the invention is able to offer a complete training mode to athletes, it is also suitable for more fun use, especially because of its ease of use. It can constitute the material element of many games or sports whose rules remain to be defined, possibly under cover of an associative Federation.
  • the game ball according to the invention has the advantage of being used in various and multiple places (tennis courts, beach, parking residence, garage or any other indoor place, etc.).
  • Figure 1 is an overall perspective view of this ball game, with the ballast alone.
  • Figure 2 is an overall perspective view of a ball game according to the invention, in the configuration where the mobile ballast is assembled to a fixed base to form a fixed stationary equipment.
  • FIG. 3 is a sectional view of the mobile ballast and the fixed base assembled along plane 3-3 of FIG. 2.
  • Figure 4 is a sectional view such that Figure 3 of the mobile ballast assembled to another example of a fixed base.
  • the game of ball according to the invention has a simple structure, comprising a mobile ballast 1, a ball 7 intended to be launched and returned by means of a racket or other similar instrument for striking a ball game or sport ( bat, etc.), and a link or elastic cord 4 connecting or intended to connect said mobile ballast 1 and said ball 7.
  • the mobile ballast 1 has a weight greater than the weight of the ball ball 7 and is configured to be moved under the effect of each ball hit.
  • the ball 7 is connected, via the elastic cord 4, to a changing attachment point whose position varies after each ball shot performed by a player.
  • the mobile ballast 1 preferably has a spherical shape; it may have a diameter of the order of nine centimeters and be made of hardwood, so as to have a weight greater than that of the ball 7 and, for example, a weight greater than or equal to 250 grams. It is equipped with a fastening member such as a carabiner 2 allowing its attachment to one of the ends (proximal end) of an elastic link 4 via a swivel 3 allowing a rotational movement of said elastic link 4 relative to the mobile ballast 1.
  • a fastening member such as a carabiner 2 allowing its attachment to one of the ends (proximal end) of an elastic link 4 via a swivel 3 allowing a rotational movement of said elastic link 4 relative to the mobile ballast 1.
  • Said elastic link 4 is itself attached or may be connected to the ball 7 via its opposite end (distal end) and a second swivel 5 linked to a ring or similar fastening member fixed in said bale 7, this second swivel allowing a rotational movement of said bale 7 with respect to said elastic link 4.
  • the bale 7 can thus rotate freely around one of its axes and the link or elastic cord 4 taken between the two swivels 3 and 5 can fully play its role, without any risk of torsion detrimental to its effectiveness.
  • the ball 7 is interchangeable and removably connected to the distal end of the link or elastic cord 4, so as to allow the attachment of a ball adapted to the athletic ability of the player or players and / or the specificity of the sport or type of game concerned.
  • the ball 7 may be a specific ball, equipped with a pre-integrated insert
  • the ball 7 may be a normal ball of the game or the sport in question, said ball being in this case housed, removably in an approximately spherical envelope, flexible and thin, provided with an opening arranged to allow the introduction, maintenance and withdrawal of said ball.
  • a bullet-bearing envelope of this kind is for example described in more detail in the document FR-2.758.273. It can be attached to the distal end of the link or elastic cord 4, by means of a swivel or similar device allowing its rotation without causing a twist of said elastic cord.
  • the conventional game mode that is to say with fixed stationary equipment, is obtained by assembling the mobile ballast 1 with a fixed base 8 or 9, preferably having a weight greater than that of said mobile ballast. .
  • the fixed base 8 consists of a body 8a, preferably made of hardwood or polypropylene and having, at its upper part an orifice 8b of width strictly smaller than the diameter of the ballast mobile 1, this orifice communicating with a cavity 8d formed in said body and intended to accommodate the mobile ballast 1.
  • the assembly of the fixed base 8 and the mobile ballast 1 is then easily done by sliding the latter in said cavity 8d by a lower opening 8e formed in the base of said base.
  • the fixed base 8 traps the mobile ballast 1, and the stationary equipment thus produced is connected to the ball 7 via the elastic link 4.
  • the fixed base may have a shape of spherical cap or approximately, with a diameter of between 15 and 20 cm, a height of between 8 and 9 cm and a weight greater than or equal to 500 gr. It is preferably provided with a slip-resistant sole 8c.
  • the fixed base 9 consists of a casing 9a, preferably a semi-rigid fabric, having in its upper part an orifice 9b of width strictly smaller than the diameter of the mobile ballast 1 and in which openings for example closed by zippers 9e are provided.
  • the fixed base 9 is provided with a ballast 9f so that said base can have a weight preferably greater than or equal to 500 grams.
  • the base 9 is further provided with a slip-resistant sole 9c and a carrying handle 9g, for example arranged laterally to the lower part of said base.
  • the assembly of the fixed base 9 with the mobile ballast 1 is done through openings 9e that is closed after having placed the mobile ballast 1 in the enclosure 9d of the fixed base 9 and passes the elastic link 4 through the hole 9b.
  • Said base 9 by its design, can contain all the elements of the ball game according to the invention as well as a document proposing game rules (possibly defined under the guise of an associative Federation) and possible elements of the game. such as, for example, a new elastic tie or a ball for a different sport.
  • the fixed base thus arranged constitutes a case for storing and transporting game components other than said fixed base.
  • the swivels may themselves be equipped with carabiners.
  • the game of ball according to the invention obviously offers several possible game modes, it may be accompanied by one or more game rules (possibly defined under cover of an associative Federation).
  • the ball game according to the invention may display different skins, colors or distinctive signs, such as the rib design of a tennis ball, to show the affiliation of the game to a sport or a sporting event particular, such as a big competition.
  • the logo and the name of the ball game according to the invention can obviously appear in the same way.
  • a specific storage bag will be available. Still for transport convenience, but this time for small movements of the device on the playground, the carabiner 2 making the link between the swivel 3 and the mobile ballast 1 could be replaced by a loop cord passing through one or two fingers.

Abstract

The invention relates to a ball game which can be used, for example, for training purposes by one or more tennis players. The invention is characterised in that it comprises: a ball (7) which is intended to be hit and returned with a racket or another ball-hitting implement, a movable weight (1), and an elastic cord or connector (4) which connects or can connect the movable weight (1) and the ball (7). According to the invention, the movable weight (1) is heavier than the ball (7) and is configured such as to move each time the ball is hit.

Description

Jeu de balle, par exemple utilisable pour l'entraînement d'un ou plusieurs joueurs de tennis.Ball game, for example, usable for training one or more tennis players.
La présente invention concerne un jeu de balle pour un ou plusieurs participants et qui peut servir à l'entraînement sportif de joueurs de tennis, mini tennis, jeu de paume ou tout autre sport dans lequel une balle doit être lancée et renvoyée à des distances et directions variables en la frappant au moyen d'une raquette ou instrument analogue. De même, l'invention peut être mise en œuvre sous la forme d'un jeu pour enfant ou, d'une manière générale, d'un loisir.The present invention relates to a ball game for one or more participants and which can be used for the sports training of tennis players, mini tennis players, tennis players or any other sport in which a ball must be thrown and returned at distances and distances. variable directions by striking it with a racket or similar instrument. Similarly, the invention can be implemented in the form of a game for children or, in general, a hobby.
Plus précisément, l'invention concerne un jeu de balle du genre comportant une balle fixée à l'une des extrémités d'un lien ou cordon élastique assurant le retour de ladite balle en direction du joueur, après que celle-ci ait été frappée par ce dernier au moyen d'une raquette ou d'un accessoire de jeu analogue.More specifically, the invention relates to a ball game of the kind comprising a ball attached to one end of a link or elastic cord ensuring the return of said ball towards the player, after it has been struck by the latter by means of a racket or a similar game accessory.
Un jeu de ce genre est par exemple décrit dans le document FR-2.758.273 suivant lequel l'autre extrémité du cordon élastique est attachée à un socle rendu fixe par un lestage ou autre structure implantée dans le sol. En outre, pour améliorer son immobilisation au sol, le socle lourd appelé à demeurer fixe en cours de jeu, peut être muni d'une semelle antidérapante s'opposant à son glissement.A game of this kind is for example described in the document FR-2.758.273 according to which the other end of the elastic cord is attached to a base made fixed by a ballast or other structure implanted in the ground. In addition, to improve its immobilization on the ground, the heavy base called to remain fixed during play, can be provided with a non-slip sole opposing its sliding.
Un certain nombre d'autres documents décrivent des dispositifs analogues. Par exemple :A number of other documents describe analogous devices. For example :
selon le mode d'exécution illustré à la figure 6 du document DE-2351330, la balle est reliée à un socle sphérique lourd (sphère creuse garnie d'un lest) dont l'immobilisation au sol est encore améliorée par son positionnement dans une sorte de soucoupe l'empêchant de se déplacer latéralement.according to the embodiment illustrated in Figure 6 of DE-2351330, the ball is connected to a heavy spherical base (hollow sphere filled with a ballast) whose ground immobilization is further improved by its positioning in a kind saucer preventing him from moving sideways.
- selon le document US-5.593.154, la balle est reliée au sommet d'un mât stationnaire supporté par un socle lourd.- According to US-5,593,154, the bullet is connected to the top of a stationary mast supported by a heavy base.
- selon le document US-3.918.712, la balle est reliée à un socle d'ancrage ;according to the document US Pat. No. 3,918,712, the bullet is connected to an anchoring base;
- selon le document US-4.095.787, la balle est reliée à une base pesante ; - suivant le document US-4.174.107, la balle est reliée à un récipient destiné à recevoir un matériau pesant ;according to the document US Pat. No. 4,095,787, the bullet is connected to a heavy base; according to the document US Pat. No. 4,174,107, the bullet is connected to a receptacle intended to receive a heavy material;
- selon le document GB-1.482.710, la balle est reliée à un élément d'ancrage.according to document GB-1,482,710, the bullet is connected to an anchoring element.
Il est clair que selon tous ces documents, la balle est reliée, au moyen d'un lien souple élastique ou non, à un élément pesant dont la fonction est de permettre la fixation dudit lien à un point d'attache fixe. Le rôle de cet élément pesant est précisément d'empêcher tout déplacement de ce point d'attache fixe lorsqu'on frappe la balle.It is clear that according to all these documents, the ball is connected, by means of a flexible link elastic or not, to a heavy element whose function is to allow the attachment of said link to a fixed attachment point. The role of this heavy element is precisely to prevent any displacement of this fixed attachment point when hitting the ball.
Un problème non résolu par les différents dispositifs décrits dans les documents susmentionnés résulte du fait que les trajectoires de balles générées par la frappe de celle-ci ne changent guère, ce qui imposent aux joueurs des gestes répétitifs dont les conséquences sont prévisibles et qui ne requièrent pas d'initiatives de la part du ou des joueurs, de sorte que le jeu ou l'entraînement peuvent rapidement devenir ennuyeux ou ne pas apporter les effets bénéfiques escomptés.An unsolved problem with the various devices described in the aforementioned documents results from the fact that the trajectories of bullets generated by the striking of the latter do not change, which impose on the players repetitive actions whose consequences are predictable and which do not require no initiatives on the part of the player or players, so that the game or training can quickly become boring or not bring the expected benefits.
C'est donc principalement sur ce sujet que porte l'invention puisque le jeu de balle revendiqué permet d'obtenir des trajectoires de balle plus aléatoires et de rendre le jeu bien plus dynamique.It is therefore mainly on this subject that the invention bears since the claimed ball game makes it possible to obtain more random ball trajectories and to make the game much more dynamic.
Cet aspect dynamique du jeu avec des trajectoires de balle diversifiées est obtenu selon l'invention au moyen d'un lest mobile, de préférence sphérique et en bois, d'une balle adaptée au sport désiré (balle de tennis intermédiaire, balle de mini tennis ou autre type de balle) et d'un lien élastique reliant ladite balle et ledit lest mobile, ce dernier ayant un poids supérieur à celui de la balle et étant configuré de sorte à être déplacé sous l'effet de chaque frappe de balle.This dynamic aspect of the game with diversified ball trajectories is obtained according to the invention by means of a mobile, preferably spherical and wooden ballast, of a ball adapted to the desired sport (intermediate tennis ball, mini tennis ball). or other type of ball) and an elastic link connecting said ball and said movable ballast, the latter having a weight greater than that of the ball and being configured to be moved under the effect of each shot of ball.
Ainsi, le point d'attache de la balle n'est pas fixe mais changeant, de sorte que lorsque la balle est frappée au moyen d'une raquette ou autre instrument analogue, celle-ci est projetée dans la direction souhaitée par le joueur, en étant retenue de manière relative par le lest mobile, par l'intermédiaire dudit lien élastique.Thus, the point of attachment of the ball is not fixed but changing, so that when the ball is struck by means of a racket or other similar instrument, it is projected in the direction desired by the player, while being relatively restrained by the mobile ballast, via said elastic link.
Le lest mobile se déplace à chaque frappe de balle, de sorte que la trajectoire de retour de celle-ci est imprévisible et plus courte que celle qui serait obtenue, avec une même force de frappe, en reliant l'extrémité proximale du cordon élastique à un socle ou autre point d'attache fixe. Le joueur doit donc se déplacer, généralement vers l'avant, ce qui exige de lui une grande mobilité et favorise la prise d'initiatives.The mobile ballast moves with each strike of the ball, so that the return trajectory of the ballast is unpredictable and shorter than that which would be obtained, with the same striking force, by connecting the proximal end of the elastic cord to a pedestal or other fixed attachment point. The player must move, usually forward, which requires him a high mobility and promotes initiative.
Une autre caractéristique avantageuse du jeu de balle selon l'invention est qu'il peut comporter un élément supplémentaire, que l'on appellera socle fixe, immobilisé par exemple par un lest et conçu pour recevoir et maintenir le lest mobile dans son enceinte, offrant alors la possibilité de jouer dans la configuration connue, c'est-à-dire avec un équipement stationnaire fixe : le lest mobile ainsi rendu fixe est évidemment toujours relié à la balle par l'intermédiaire du lien élastique.Another advantageous characteristic of the ball game according to the invention is that it may comprise an additional element, which will be called a fixed base, immobilized for example by a ballast and designed to receive and maintain the mobile ballast in its enclosure, offering then the possibility of playing in the known configuration, that is to say with fixed stationary equipment: the mobile ballast thus made fixed is obviously always connected to the ball via the elastic link.
L'objectif du jeu de balle selon l'invention étant aussi d'offrir un maximum de modes de jeu, la balle est naturellement interchangeable (par une attache directe dans la balle, ou par l'intermédiaire d'une chaussette ou enveloppe de balle comme celle qui est proposée dans le document N° FR-2.758.273) afin de pouvoir mettre en place le type de balle adapté au niveau de jeu et aux capacités physiques de l'utilisateur, ainsi qu'aux sport et type de jeu choisis. De la même manière, des fils ou cordons élastiques de caractéristiques différentes (longueur, coefficient d'élasticité, composition, etc.) peuvent aisément remplacer celui d'origine en cas d'usure ou pour adapter la distance de jeu au niveau de l'utilisateur et aux sport et type de jeu choisis : par exemple, pour jouer avec le lest mobile, on préconise de préférence un lien élastique de quatre mètres avec une balle de mini tennis, alors que pour jouer avec le socle fixe, on préconise de préférence soit un lien élastique de quatre mètres avec une balle de mini tennis, soit un lien élastique de six mètres avec une balle de tennis intermédiaire (ou tout autre type de balle...) ; c'est le type de jeu et le niveau du joueur qui en détermine le choix. Le côté dynamique du jeu est véritablement avantageux, notamment dans le cadre d'un entraînement puisqu'il permet de développer la coordination (placement, déplacement et replacement), les qualités d'observation (le travail de l'œil et l'hypervigilance), mais aussi de frappe en obligeant le joueur à frapper la balle en mouvement et en avant de soi (anticipation vers l'avant). Aussi, le jeu de balle selon l'invention est en mesure d'offrir un mode d'entraînement complet aux sportifs, il convient également à une utilisation plus ludique, notamment grâce à sa simplicité d'utilisation. Il peut constituer l'élément matériel de nombreux jeux ou sports dont les règles restent à définir, éventuellement sous couvert d'une Fédération associative. Il faut enfin noter que le jeu de balle selon l'invention a pour avantage de pouvoir être utilisé dans des lieux divers et multiples (courts de tennis, plage, parking de résidence, garage ou toute autre lieu intérieur, etc.).The objective of the ball game according to the invention being also to offer a maximum of game modes, the ball is naturally interchangeable (by a direct attachment in the ball, or via a sock or ball envelope as the one proposed in document No. FR-2.758.273) in order to set up the type of ball adapted to the level of play and the physical capabilities of the user, as well as sport and type of game chosen . In the same way, elastic threads or cords of different characteristics (length, coefficient of elasticity, composition, etc.) can easily replace the original one in case of wear or to adapt the playing distance to the level of the user and sport and type of game chosen: for example, to play with the mobile ballast, it is recommended to preferably a four-meter elastic link with a mini tennis ball, while to play with the fixed base, it is recommended preferably either a four-meter elastic tie with a mini tennis ball, or a six-meter elastic tie with an intermediate tennis ball (or any other type of ball ...); it is the type of game and the level of the player that determines the choice. The dynamic side of the game is really advantageous, especially in the context of a training since it allows to develop the coordination (placement, displacement and replacement), the qualities of observation (the work of the eye and hypervigilance) , but also strikes by forcing the player to hit the ball in motion and ahead of himself (anticipation forward). Also, the ball game according to the invention is able to offer a complete training mode to athletes, it is also suitable for more fun use, especially because of its ease of use. It can constitute the material element of many games or sports whose rules remain to be defined, possibly under cover of an associative Federation. Finally, it should be noted that the game ball according to the invention has the advantage of being used in various and multiple places (tennis courts, beach, parking residence, garage or any other indoor place, etc.).
Les buts, caractéristiques et avantages ci-dessus, et d'autres encore, ressortiront mieux de la description qui suit et des dessins annexés illustrant des exemples intéressants, quoique nullement limitatifs, de mise en œuvre du jeu de balle selon l'invention, et dans lesquels :The above and other objects, features and advantages will become more apparent from the following description and the accompanying drawings illustrating interesting, albeit by no means limiting, examples of implementation of the ball game according to the invention, and wherein :
La figure 1 est une vue d'ensemble en perspective de ce jeu de balle, avec le lest mobile seul.Figure 1 is an overall perspective view of this ball game, with the ballast alone.
La figure 2 est une vue d'ensemble en perspective d'un jeu de balle selon l'invention, dans la configuration où le lest mobile est assemblé à un socle fixe pour former un équipement stationnaire fixe.Figure 2 is an overall perspective view of a ball game according to the invention, in the configuration where the mobile ballast is assembled to a fixed base to form a fixed stationary equipment.
La figure 3 est une vue en coupe du lest mobile et du socle fixe assemblés, selon le plan 3-3 de la figure 2.FIG. 3 is a sectional view of the mobile ballast and the fixed base assembled along plane 3-3 of FIG. 2.
La figure 4 est une vue de coupe telle que la figure 3 du lest mobile assemblé à un autre exemple de socle fixe.Figure 4 is a sectional view such that Figure 3 of the mobile ballast assembled to another example of a fixed base.
Le jeu de balle selon l'invention présente une structure simple, comportant un lest mobile 1 , une balle 7 destinée à être lancée et renvoyée au moyen d'une raquette ou autre instrument analogue permettant la frappe d'une balle de jeu ou sport (batte, etc.), et un lien ou cordon élastique 4 reliant ou destiné à relier ledit lest mobile 1 et ladite balle 7. Le mobile lest 1 a un poids supérieur au poids de la balle 7 et il est configuré de sorte à être déplacé sous l'effet de chaque frappe de balle.The game of ball according to the invention has a simple structure, comprising a mobile ballast 1, a ball 7 intended to be launched and returned by means of a racket or other similar instrument for striking a ball game or sport ( bat, etc.), and a link or elastic cord 4 connecting or intended to connect said mobile ballast 1 and said ball 7. The mobile ballast 1 has a weight greater than the weight of the ball ball 7 and is configured to be moved under the effect of each ball hit.
De la sorte, la balle 7 est reliée, par l'intermédiaire du cordon élastique 4, à un point d'attache changeant dont la position varie après chaque frappe de balle exécutée par un joueur.In this way, the ball 7 is connected, via the elastic cord 4, to a changing attachment point whose position varies after each ball shot performed by a player.
Selon l'exemple illustré et décrit, le lest mobile 1 présente, de préférence, une forme sphérique ; il peut avoir un diamètre de l'ordre de neuf centimètres et être réalisé en bois dur, de sorte à présenter un poids supérieur à celui de la balle 7 et, par exemple, un poids supérieur ou égal à 250 grammes. Il est équipé d'un organe d'accrochage tel qu'un mousqueton 2 permettant son rattachement à l'une des extrémités (extrémité proximale) d'un lien élastique 4 par l'intermédiaire d'un émerillon 3 autorisant un mouvement de rotation dudit lien élastique 4 par rapport au lest mobile 1. Ledit lien élastique 4 est lui-même rattaché ou susceptible d'être relié à la balle 7 par l'intermédiaire de son extrémité opposée (extrémité distale) et d'un deuxième émerillon 5 lié à un anneau ou organe d'attache analogue fixé dans ladite balle 7, ce deuxième émerillon autorisant un mouvement de rotation de ladite balle 7 par rapport audit lien élastique 4. La balle 7 peut ainsi tourner librement autour de l'un de ses axes et le lien ou cordon élastique 4 pris entre les deux émerillons 3 et 5 peut pleinement jouer son rôle, sans aucun risque de torsion nuisible à son efficacité.According to the example illustrated and described, the mobile ballast 1 preferably has a spherical shape; it may have a diameter of the order of nine centimeters and be made of hardwood, so as to have a weight greater than that of the ball 7 and, for example, a weight greater than or equal to 250 grams. It is equipped with a fastening member such as a carabiner 2 allowing its attachment to one of the ends (proximal end) of an elastic link 4 via a swivel 3 allowing a rotational movement of said elastic link 4 relative to the mobile ballast 1. Said elastic link 4 is itself attached or may be connected to the ball 7 via its opposite end (distal end) and a second swivel 5 linked to a ring or similar fastening member fixed in said bale 7, this second swivel allowing a rotational movement of said bale 7 with respect to said elastic link 4. The bale 7 can thus rotate freely around one of its axes and the link or elastic cord 4 taken between the two swivels 3 and 5 can fully play its role, without any risk of torsion detrimental to its effectiveness.
Selon un mode d'exécution préféré, la balle 7 est interchangeable et reliée de manière amovible à l'extrémité distale du lien ou cordon élastique 4, de sorte à permettre la fixation d'une balle adaptée à la capacité sportive du ou des joueurs et/ou à la spécificité du sport ou type de jeu concerné.According to a preferred embodiment, the ball 7 is interchangeable and removably connected to the distal end of the link or elastic cord 4, so as to allow the attachment of a ball adapted to the athletic ability of the player or players and / or the specificity of the sport or type of game concerned.
La balle 7 peut être une balle spécifique, équipée d'un insert pré-intégréThe ball 7 may be a specific ball, equipped with a pre-integrated insert
(non représenté) pour permettre d'attacher ou de détacher, de manière aisée et rapide, le lien ou cordon élastique 4 à ladite balle, un tel insert qui peut être d'un type connu en soi ne devant pas altérer les sensations, les rebonds ou les frappes de balle, en cours de jeu. Alternativement, la balle 7 peut être une balle normale du jeu ou du sport considéré, ladite balle étant dans ce cas logée, de manière amovible dans une enveloppe approximativement sphérique, souple et mince, pourvue d'une ouverture aménagée pour permettre l'introduction, le maintien et le retrait de ladite balle. Une enveloppe porte-balle de ce genre est par exemple décrite plus en détail dans le document FR-2.758.273. Elle peut être fixée à l'extrémité distale du lien ou cordon élastique 4, par l'intermédiaire d'un émerillon ou dispositif analogue permettant sa rotation sans entraîner une torsion dudit cordon élastique.(Not shown) to allow to attach or detach, easily and quickly, the link or elastic cord 4 to said ball, such an insert which can be of a type known per se should not alter the sensations, alternatively, the ball 7 may be a normal ball of the game or the sport in question, said ball being in this case housed, removably in an approximately spherical envelope, flexible and thin, provided with an opening arranged to allow the introduction, maintenance and withdrawal of said ball. A bullet-bearing envelope of this kind is for example described in more detail in the document FR-2.758.273. It can be attached to the distal end of the link or elastic cord 4, by means of a swivel or similar device allowing its rotation without causing a twist of said elastic cord.
Le mode de jeu classique, c'est-à-dire avec un équipement stationnaire fixe, est obtenu par l'assemblage du lest mobile 1 avec un socle fixe 8 ou 9, présentant, de préférence, un poids supérieur à celui dudit lest mobile.The conventional game mode, that is to say with fixed stationary equipment, is obtained by assembling the mobile ballast 1 with a fixed base 8 or 9, preferably having a weight greater than that of said mobile ballast. .
Dans un premier exemple (figures 2 et 3), le socle fixe 8 est constitué d'un corps 8a, de préférence exécuté en bois dur ou en polypropylène et présentant, à sa partie supérieure un orifice 8b de largeur strictement inférieure au diamètre du lest mobile 1 , cet orifice communiquant avec une cavité 8d ménagée dans ledit corps et destinée à accueillir le lest mobile 1. L'assemblage du socle fixe 8 et du lest mobile 1 se fait alors de manière aisée en glissant ce dernier dans ladite cavité 8d par une ouverture inférieure 8e ménagée dans la base dudit socle. Une fois posé sur le sol, le socle fixe 8 emprisonne le lest mobile 1 , et l'équipement stationnaire ainsi réalisé se trouve relié à la balle 7 par l'intermédiaire du lien élastique 4.In a first example (Figures 2 and 3), the fixed base 8 consists of a body 8a, preferably made of hardwood or polypropylene and having, at its upper part an orifice 8b of width strictly smaller than the diameter of the ballast mobile 1, this orifice communicating with a cavity 8d formed in said body and intended to accommodate the mobile ballast 1. The assembly of the fixed base 8 and the mobile ballast 1 is then easily done by sliding the latter in said cavity 8d by a lower opening 8e formed in the base of said base. Once placed on the ground, the fixed base 8 traps the mobile ballast 1, and the stationary equipment thus produced is connected to the ball 7 via the elastic link 4.
Le socle fixe peut présenter une forme de calotte sphérique ou approximativement, avec un diamètre compris entre 15 et 20 cm, une hauteur comprise entre 8 et 9 cm et un poids supérieur ou égal à 500 gr. Il est, de préférence, pourvu d'une semelle antidérapante 8c.The fixed base may have a shape of spherical cap or approximately, with a diameter of between 15 and 20 cm, a height of between 8 and 9 cm and a weight greater than or equal to 500 gr. It is preferably provided with a slip-resistant sole 8c.
Dans un second exemple (figure 4), le socle fixe 9 est constitué d'une enveloppe 9a, de préférence semi-rigide en tissu, présentant en sa partie supérieure un orifice 9b de largeur strictement inférieure au diamètre du lest mobile 1 et dans laquelle des ouvertures par exemple fermées par des fermetures à glissière 9e sont prévues. Dans sa partie basse, le socle fixe 9 est muni d'un lest 9f de sorte que ledit socle peut avoir un poids de préférence supérieur ou égal à 500 grammes. Le socle 9 est encore pourvu d'une semelle antidérapante 9c et d'une poignée de transport 9g, par exemple disposée latéralement à la partie inférieure dudit socle. L'assemblage du socle fixe 9 avec le lest mobile 1 se fait grâce aux ouvertures 9e que l'on referme après avoir disposé le lest mobile 1 dans l'enceinte 9d du socle fixe 9 et fait passer le lien élastique 4 par l'orifice 9b. Ledit socle 9, par sa conception, peut contenir l'ensemble des éléments du jeu de balle selon l'invention ainsi qu'un document proposant des règles de jeu (éventuellement définies sous couvert d'une Fédération associative) et d'éventuels éléments de rechange tels que, par exemple, un lien élastique neuf ou une balle destinée à un sport différent. Le socle fixe ainsi agencé constitue une mallette permettant le rangement et le transport des composants du jeu autres que ledit socle fixe.In a second example (FIG. 4), the fixed base 9 consists of a casing 9a, preferably a semi-rigid fabric, having in its upper part an orifice 9b of width strictly smaller than the diameter of the mobile ballast 1 and in which openings for example closed by zippers 9e are provided. In its lower part, the fixed base 9 is provided with a ballast 9f so that said base can have a weight preferably greater than or equal to 500 grams. The base 9 is further provided with a slip-resistant sole 9c and a carrying handle 9g, for example arranged laterally to the lower part of said base. The assembly of the fixed base 9 with the mobile ballast 1 is done through openings 9e that is closed after having placed the mobile ballast 1 in the enclosure 9d of the fixed base 9 and passes the elastic link 4 through the hole 9b. Said base 9, by its design, can contain all the elements of the ball game according to the invention as well as a document proposing game rules (possibly defined under the guise of an associative Federation) and possible elements of the game. such as, for example, a new elastic tie or a ball for a different sport. The fixed base thus arranged constitutes a case for storing and transporting game components other than said fixed base.
Il est à noter que, pour des commodités de montage ou démontage, les émerillons pourront être eux-mêmes équipés de mousquetons. D'autre part, si le jeu de balle selon l'invention offre de toute évidence plusieurs modes de jeu possibles, il pourra être accompagné d'une ou plusieurs règles de jeu (éventuellement définies sous couvert d'une Fédération associative). De même, le jeu de balle selon l'invention pourra arborer différents habillages, couleurs ou signes distinctifs, comme par exemple le dessin nervure d'une balle de tennis, afin de montrer l'affiliation du jeu à un sport ou à un événement sportif particulier, tel qu'une grande compétition. Le logo et le nom du jeu de balle selon l'invention pourront évidemment apparaître de la même manière.It should be noted that, for assembly or disassembly convenience, the swivels may themselves be equipped with carabiners. On the other hand, if the game of ball according to the invention obviously offers several possible game modes, it may be accompanied by one or more game rules (possibly defined under cover of an associative Federation). Similarly, the ball game according to the invention may display different skins, colors or distinctive signs, such as the rib design of a tennis ball, to show the affiliation of the game to a sport or a sporting event particular, such as a big competition. The logo and the name of the ball game according to the invention can obviously appear in the same way.
Enfin, pour un jeu de balle selon l'invention qui comprendrait un socle fixe 8 ne permettant pas le rangement et le transport dudit jeu, un sac de rangement spécifique sera disponible. Toujours pour des commodités de transport, mais cette fois-ci pour les petits déplacements du dispositif sur le terrain de jeu, le mousqueton 2 réalisant le lien entre l'émerillon 3 et le lest mobile 1 pourrait être remplacé par un cordon en boucle laissant passer un ou deux doigts. Finally, for a ball game according to the invention which comprises a fixed base 8 not allowing the storage and transport of said game, a specific storage bag will be available. Still for transport convenience, but this time for small movements of the device on the playground, the carabiner 2 making the link between the swivel 3 and the mobile ballast 1 could be replaced by a loop cord passing through one or two fingers.

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1. Jeu de balle, par exemple utilisable pour l'entraînement d'un ou plusieurs joueurs de tennis, caractérisé en ce qu'il comprend une balle (7) destinée à être lancée et renvoyée au moyen d'une raquette ou autre instrument de frappe de balle de jeu, un lest mobile (1), et un lien ou cordon élastique (4) reliant ou apte à relier ce lest mobile (1) et ladite balle (7); ledit lest mobile (1) ayant un poids supérieur au poids de la balle (7) et étant configuré pour être déplacé sous l'effet de chaque frappe de balle.1. Ball game, for example usable for the training of one or more tennis players, characterized in that it comprises a ball (7) intended to be thrown and returned by means of a racket or other instrument of a game ball strike, a moving ballast (1), and a link or elastic cord (4) connecting or capable of connecting this moving ballast (1) and said ball (7); said mobile ballast (1) having a weight greater than the weight of the ball (7) and being configured to be moved under the effect of each shot of ball.
2. Jeu de balle selon la revendication 1 , caractérisé en ce que la balle (7) est reliée de manière amovible à l'extrémité distale du lien ou cordon élastique (4), de sorte à permettre la fixation d'une balle (7) adaptée à la capacité sportive du ou des joueurs et/ou aux sports ou types de jeux concernés.Ball game according to claim 1, characterized in that the ball (7) is releasably connected to the distal end of the elastic cord or tie (4) so as to allow the attachment of a ball (7). ) adapted to the sports capacity of the player (s) and / or the sports or types of games concerned.
3. Jeu de balle selon l'une des revendications 1 ou 2, caractérisé en ce que le lest mobile (1) est de forme sphérique et, de préférence, exécuté en bois.3. Ball game according to one of claims 1 or 2, characterized in that the mobile ballast (1) is spherical and preferably made of wood.
4. Jeu de balle suivant l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 3, caractérisé en ce que le lien ou cordon élastique (4) a une longueur comprise entre 3 m et 9 m et, de préférence, en ce qui concerne l'application de ce jeu à la pratique du tennis, une longueur comprise entre 4 m et 6 m.Ball game according to one of Claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the link or elastic cord (4) has a length of between 3 m and 9 m and preferably with regard to the application from this game to the practice of tennis, a length between 4 m and 6 m.
5. Jeu de balle selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 4, caractérisé en ce que la balle (7) est une balle spécifique, équipée, d'un insert pré-intégré pour attacher ou détacher de manière aisée le lien ou cordon élastique (4) à ladite balle (7), sans que ledit insert n'altère les sensations, les rebonds ou les frappes de la balle.5. Ball game according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that the ball (7) is a specific ball, equipped with a pre-integrated insert for easily attaching or detaching the link or cord resilient (4) to said ball (7), without said insert altering the sensations, bounces or strikes of the ball.
6. Jeu de balle suivant l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 5, caractérisé en ce que la balle (7) est une balle normale du jeu ou sport considéré, caractérisé en ce qu'il comporte une enveloppe porte-balle approximativement sphérique, souple et mince, pourvue d'une ouverture aménagée pour permettre l'introduction, le maintien et le retrait de ladite balle.6. Ball game according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that the ball (7) is a normal ball game or sport considered, characterized in that it comprises an approximately spherical ball-carrying envelope, flexible and slim, with an opening arranged to allow introduction, maintenance and removal of said ball.
7. Jeu de balle selon l'une quelconque des revendicationsi à 6, caractérisé en ce que la balle (7) ou l'enveloppe porte-balle est attachée au lien élastique (4) par l'intermédiaire d'un émerillon (5).Ball game according to any one of claims 6 to 6, characterized in that the ball (7) or the ball-carrying envelope is attached to the elastic link (4) via a swivel (5) .
8. Jeu de balle selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 7, caractérisé en ce que le lien élastique (4) est attaché au lest mobile (1) par l'intermédiaire d'un émerillon (3).8. Ball game according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that the elastic link (4) is attached to the mobile ballast (1) via a swivel (3).
9. Jeu de balle selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 8, caractérisé en ce que le lien élastique (4) est relié au lest mobile (1) de manière amovible et remplaçable.9. Ball game according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that the elastic link (4) is connected to the mobile ballast (1) in a removable and replaceable manner.
10. Jeu de balle selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 9, caractérisé en ce qu'il comprend encore un socle fixe (8 ou 9) comportant une cavité (8d, 9d) dimensionnée pour recevoir le lest mobile (1) et une ouverture supérieure (8b, 9b) débouchant dans cette cavité et dont la largeur est inférieure au diamètre dudit lest mobile (1) afin de maintenir ce dernier dans ladite cavité, l'ensemble constituant un équipement stationnaire.10. Ball game according to any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that it further comprises a fixed base (8 or 9) having a cavity (8d, 9d) sized to receive the mobile ballast (1) and an upper opening (8b, 9b) opening into this cavity and whose width is smaller than the diameter of said mobile ballast (1) to maintain the latter in said cavity, the assembly constituting a stationary equipment.
11. Jeu de balle selon la revendication 10, caractérisé en ce que le socle fixe (8, 9) présente un poids supérieur à celui du lest mobile (1).11. Ball game according to claim 10, characterized in that the fixed base (8, 9) has a weight greater than that of the mobile ballast (1).
12. Jeu de balle suivant l'une des revendications 10 ou 11, caractérisé en ce que le socle fixe (8, 9) est muni d'une semelle antidérapante (8c, 9c).Ball game according to one of claims 10 or 11, characterized in that the fixed base (8, 9) is provided with a non-slip sole (8c, 9c).
13. Jeu de balle selon l'une quelconque des revendications 10 à 12, caractérisé en ce que le socle fixe est exécuté, de préférence, en bois, ou en tissu semi- rigide, ou en polypropylène (matière plastique rigide).13. Ball game according to any one of claims 10 to 12, characterized in that the fixed base is preferably made of wood, or semi-rigid fabric, or polypropylene (rigid plastic material).
14. Jeu de balle selon l'une quelconque des revendications 10 à 13, caractérisé en ce que le socle fixe (9) est aménagé pour constituer une mallette pour le rangement et le transport des composants du jeu. 14. Ball game according to any one of claims 10 to 13, characterized in that the fixed base (9) is arranged to form a case for storage and transport of the game components.
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