Games using tangible projectile – Playing field or court game; game element or accessory... – Goal or target structure for projectile; element thereof
Patent
1999-01-25
2000-09-19
Chiu, Raleigh W.
Games using tangible projectile
Playing field or court game; game element or accessory...
Goal or target structure for projectile; element thereof
473483, 473482, 473481, 2482831, 24828011, A63B 6308
Patent
active
061203963
ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to a quick-release locking mechanism for adjustable basketball goal system and methods for using the same which facilitates an adjustment in the height of a basketball goal above a playing surface. The adjustable basketball goal system includes a deformable goal support structure attached at one end to a rigid support. A basketball goal is preferably attached at the other end of the goal support structure. A locking rod is also attached to the rigid support. An extension arm is positioned between the goal support structure and a housing which movably engages the locking rod. The housing is configured with one or more locking plates kept at non-perpendicular angles to the locking rod by a biasing spring. In this configuration, the locking plates selectively bind the locking rod and prevent movement of the extension arm relative to the locking rod. An adjustment handle may be provided to engage the locking plates and move them into a substantially perpendicular angle relative to the locking rod, thus allowing for an adjustment in the height of the basketball goal above the playing surface.
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van Nimwegen Edward G.
Winter David C.
Chiu Raleigh W.
Lifetime Products, Inc.
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