WO2000032282A1 - Systeme de filet pour sports dote d'un systeme de fixation du filet ameliore - Google Patents

Systeme de filet pour sports dote d'un systeme de fixation du filet ameliore Download PDF

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WO2000032282A1
WO2000032282A1 PCT/US1999/022667 US9922667W WO0032282A1 WO 2000032282 A1 WO2000032282 A1 WO 2000032282A1 US 9922667 W US9922667 W US 9922667W WO 0032282 A1 WO0032282 A1 WO 0032282A1
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sports net
attachment
attachment clips
assembly according
sports
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PCT/US1999/022667
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Michael J. Nally
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Sportcraft, Ltd.
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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
    • A63B61/00—Tennis nets or accessories for tennis or like games, e.g. volley-ball
    • A63B61/003—Nets for tennis or like games or accessories therefor

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  • the invention relates to sports net systems. More particularly, the present invention
  • a sports net assembly which includes the combination of a sports net, support poles,
  • a portable game net system is a popular piece of sporting equipment. Because sports
  • game systems are easily transported and can be set up between two fixed vertical structures, such
  • game net systems are useful in backyards, over swimming pools, or any variety
  • the present invention is directed to an innovative
  • the four corners of a sports net have attachment clips attached directly to the sports net, by a predetermined length of cable, or by any
  • Each attachment clip is then inserted into a corresponding receiving hole
  • the sports net assembly includes a sports net which may be formed of polyethylene and
  • PVC poly-vinyl chloride
  • attachment clips which may be formed from plastic or any other suitable
  • the sports net assembly may also include a pair of support poles.
  • the attachment clips are attached to the first side of the attachment clips
  • the attachment clips attach and lock the sports net to the
  • the attachment clips snap into receiving holes provided in the poles.
  • the guide ropes and tripod ropes attach to a
  • the guide and tripod ropes are attached to stakes that are
  • the tension clips are attached to the ropes to provide for tension
  • An embodiment of the present invention provides a sports net assembly comprising: a
  • sports net including at least four corners; at least two support poles; and at least four one-piece
  • the attachment clips further comprise an attachment end adapted to be connected to the corners of the sports net, and comprise an anchor end adapted to permanently attach the attachment clips to the support poles.
  • the attachment end may be, but is not limited
  • the attachment end may be dimpled.
  • the attachment end of the attachment clips may be connected directly to the sports net, or may be connected to the sports net by a cord.
  • the attachment clips may be made of plastic.
  • the anchor end of the attachment clip further comprises an elliptical portion adapted for insertion into the support pole.
  • the elliptical portion of the anchor end further comprises a pair of directly opposable resiliently flexible arm members integrally joined to the elliptical portion and extending outwardly toward the aperture end. The arm members deform during insertion into the support pole and expand following insertion wherein the arm members permanently attach the attachment clip to the support pole.
  • An alternative embodiment of the present invention provides a sports net assembly comprising: a sports net including at least four corners; at least two support poles; and at least four one-piece attachment clips.
  • the attachment clips further comprise an aperture end adapted to be connected to the corners of the sports net and comprise an anchor end with disengagement means to releasably attach the attachment clip to the support pole.
  • the aperture end is distinct from the disengagement means.
  • the aperture end of the attachment clips may be connected directly to the sports net, or
  • the attachment clips may be made of plastic.
  • the anchor end of the attachment clips further comprise an elliptical portion adapted for insertion into the support pole, and the elliptical portion of the anchor end further comprises a
  • the arm members deform during insertion into the support pole and expand following insertion.
  • the arm members further
  • attachment clips to the support poles.
  • the attachment clips are adapted to be releasable by disengaging the shoulders by applying a compressive force to the arm members.
  • Fig. 1 is a schematic view of the sports net assembly according to the present invention
  • Fig. 2 is a schematic view of the attachment clip and sports net of the sports net assembly
  • Fig. 3 is a schematic view of the attachment clip of the sports net assembly of Fig. 1.
  • Fig. 4 is a schematic view of an alternative embodiment of the attachment clip of the
  • Fig 1 the present invention is illustrated by Fig 1.
  • the sports net assembly 10 includes a sports net 11, apair of support poles 12 (only one
  • the support pole(s) 12 are preferably formed
  • the poles 12 may be adjustable such that the height may be adjusted.
  • the attachment clip 13 is preferably formed from a high impact plastic, but may be
  • Each attachment clip 13 has an anchor end 131, and
  • the attachment end 141 may be composed of an
  • the anchor end 131 is flexible to permit
  • At least one attachment clip 13 is needed to secure the net 11 to one of the poles 12. It is
  • At least two attachment clips 12 be used to attach the net 11 to each pole 12.
  • the sports net may come in various dimensions that are appropriate for volleyball or
  • the netting may be formed from polyethylene or any combination thereof.
  • the side, top and bottom tapes may be made from PNC or any other suitable material.
  • the side, top and bottom tapes may be made from PNC or any other suitable material.
  • the attachment clip may include a dimpled portion on the attachment end to
  • clips 13 may provide a method to be releasably attached to the support poles 12.
  • attachment clips 13 may include opposable shoulders 151 in the arm members of the anchor end
  • the shoulders 151 are
  • attachment clip 13 may be used to exert manual
  • attachment clips 13 may be provided with a release pin, not shown, to permit removal from the

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  • General Health & Medical Sciences (AREA)
  • Physical Education & Sports Medicine (AREA)
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Abstract

L'invention concerne un ensemble (10) de filet pour sports. Les quatre coins de ce filet (11) ont des éléments de fixation (13) reliés directement au filet (11). Chaque élément de fixation (13) est inséré dans le trou récepteur correspondant (121) pratiqué sur un ensemble de deux montants (12) de support.
PCT/US1999/022667 1998-11-30 1999-09-30 Systeme de filet pour sports dote d'un systeme de fixation du filet ameliore WO2000032282A1 (fr)

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Citations (5)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US4191108A (en) * 1978-03-06 1980-03-04 Jones Jeffery C Tie down anchor
US4326717A (en) * 1980-02-13 1982-04-27 Mcclimon Robert A Golf driving target apparatus
US4688337A (en) * 1985-12-20 1987-08-25 National Molding Corporation Buckle type fastener
US4717157A (en) * 1985-10-31 1988-01-05 Indian Industries, Inc. Self-tensioning game net
US5664784A (en) * 1996-02-27 1997-09-09 Goal Products, Inc. Rebound net system for sports balls

Patent Citations (5)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US4191108A (en) * 1978-03-06 1980-03-04 Jones Jeffery C Tie down anchor
US4326717A (en) * 1980-02-13 1982-04-27 Mcclimon Robert A Golf driving target apparatus
US4717157A (en) * 1985-10-31 1988-01-05 Indian Industries, Inc. Self-tensioning game net
US4688337A (en) * 1985-12-20 1987-08-25 National Molding Corporation Buckle type fastener
US5664784A (en) * 1996-02-27 1997-09-09 Goal Products, Inc. Rebound net system for sports balls

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