Computerized pool cue
OwnerChristopher Meredithinventor
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Abstract
A computerized pool cue and a controller device are provided which are connected to a computer screen to simulate and display playing a game of pool or billiards. The pool cue is supported above an underlying surface for movement in at least two dimensions with respect to the underlying surface. Movement of the pool cue with respect to game balls in play is shown on the computer screen. A signal is generated from the pool cue to the computer for coaction with software to simulate the game of pool or billiards on the computer screen without using actual game balls.
Claims5
A method for simulating pool or billiard games, the method comprising the steps of;
- supporting a pool stick above an underlying surface;
- controlling movement of the pool stick in at least two dimensions above the underlying surface;
- sensing movement of the pool stick;
- generating a signal of the movement of the pool stick above the underlying surface to a visual display;
- adjusting movement of the pool stick with respect to the position of the pool stick shown on the visual display to position the pool stick with respect to a game ball shown on the visual display;
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- moving the pool stick to generate a signal simulating contact of the pool stick with the game ball on the visual display.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.