Andrew W Smist

US Patent:

20150182834, Jul 2, 2015

Filed:

Dec 24, 2014

Appl. No.:

14/582264

Inventors:

Eugene F. TEEVENS - Hanover NH, US
Quinn Reid CONNELL - Pleasant Hill OR, US
Noah James GLENNON - Portsmouth NH, US
Elliot James KASTNER - Hanover NH, US
Andrew William SMIST - Cambridge MA, US

International Classification:

A63B 69/34

Abstract:

A mobile device which simulates player motion, the device includes a ball drive, omni-directional members, at least one motor, a controller and pads. The ball drive provides rolling motion to the device. The omni-directional members are positioned proximate to and in engagement with the ball drive. The at least one motor is connected to the omni-directional members, the at least one motor providing the motive force to drive the omni-directional members and the ball drive. The controller controls the motor. The pads are positioned on the device. The device accurately mimics the unpredictable motion of a live player to provide a safe alternative to live play to increase player safety and decrease the incidence of injuries during practice sessions.