Optics: measuring and testing – By alignment in lateral direction
Reexamination Certificate
2007-10-23
2007-10-23
Toatley, Jr., Gregory J. (Department: 2877)
Optics: measuring and testing
By alignment in lateral direction
C356S138000, C356S614000, C473S150000, C473S151000, C473S219000, C473S220000, C473S222000
Reexamination Certificate
active
10811451
ABSTRACT:
A system for aligning an object with a target is disclosed. The system allows an operator to monitor the alignment of the object, either while the object is stationary or while the object is moving through a trajectory, without requiring that the operator directly view the target. The system preferably comprises a positioning unit for attaching to the object, such as a golfing putter, and a target unit for positioning at, near or over a target location, such as a hole. The positioning unit and the target unit are in two-way communication to detect and to indicate alignment of the object with the target. Preferably, the positioning unit emits light that is preferably laser light or infrared light, and the target unit detects that light when the units are aligned. When the positioning unit and the target unit are aligned, the target unit emits an alignment signal that is preferably a radio signal. The radio signal initiates a display element for indicating that the object and target are aligned.
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Haverstock & Owens LLP
Stock, Jr. Gordon J.
Toatley , Jr. Gregory J.
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