A Mobile Device to Launch a Golf Ball Pneumatically and Play Golf [Robogolfer]

Abstract

This invention discloses a mobile device similar to a golf-club-bag pull cart that transports a golf-ball pneumatic launcher [Robogolfer]. The launcher propels a golf ball in a manner similar to striking it with a golf club. Robogolfer allows an individual unskilled or physically handicapped in swinging a golf club to play golf. The operator positions the device where a golf shot is desired and points the barrel in the direction of the shot. The trajectory and distance of the golf shot is controlled by the angle of loft and pneumatic pressure of the golf-ball launcher. Pressurized gas is instantaneously released into the barrel of the launcher by a dump valve, thus propelling the golf ball forward on the golf course. Since skill is required in selecting the direction, loft, and distance for each golf shot launched, individuals can use Robogolfer to play golf competitively on a standard golf course.

1 . A mobile golf-ball launching device comprising 
 a wheeled transport means that can move the components of the golf ball launcher over ground and a golf course;    a means of launching a golf ball pneumatically attached to the transport means;    a means of stabilizing and adjusting the loft angle the golf ball is launched;    a means to control the amount of pneumatic force used to propel the golf ball and control the velocity and distance of the launch; and    a means of setting the direction that the golf ball will be launched.    
     
     
         2 . A mobile golf-ball launching device as set forth in  claim 1  wherein the means of transportation over ground is a wheeled device similar to a golf-bag pull cart.  
     
     
         3 . A mobile golf-ball launching device as set forth in  claim 1  wherein the means of launching a golf ball is a pneumatic launcher that releases pressurized gas by means of a quick-release dump valve into a barrel containing a golf ball.  
     
     
         4 . A transport means as set forth in  claim 2  in which the loft is adjusted to a desired angle by a movable structure on the transport means.  
     
     
         5 . A pressure control means as set forth in  claim 1  in which the pressure released by a golf-ball launcher when a golf shot is made is regulated by a pressure sensor on the accumulator and an on/off switch on a compressor.