Measurement unit for radius determination and sports equipment equipped therewith

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This invention describes a measuring unit for determining the radius of rotation in sports equipment that is accelerated by rotational movement, such as hammers or golf clubs. The measuring unit contains two one-dimensional acceleration sensors placed at a specific distance along the same axis, aligned radially relative to the rotational movement. This setup allows for precise measurement of rotational parameters during use.

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• Monitoring and analyzing athlete performance in hammer throw or golf by measuring rotational movement
• Integrating into sports training equipment for real-time feedback and data collection
• Supporting sports science research with precise measurements of rotational dynamics
• Coaching, to provide objective performance metrics for improving athlete techniques
• Development of smart sports equipment that can track and log usage data for users

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• Enables accurate and reliable determination of the radius during rotational movement
• Can improve training effectiveness by providing precise feedback to athletes
• Supports the development of advanced, data-driven sports equipment
• Helps coaches and trainers better understand and refine athletic technique
• Facilitates research and innovation in sports technology and biomechanics

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Patent Abstract

The present invention relates to a measuring unit for determining the radius of sports equipment that is accelerated by means of rotational motion, as well as sports equipment equipped therewith, wherein the measuring unit (S) comprises two one-dimensional acceleration sensors (1) and (2) that are positioned at a distance d along the same axis (3, 4) radially to the rotational motion of the sports equipment, as well as sports equipment equipped therewith, such as for example a hammer or a golf club.