Title: Linear Putter Device of a Golf Club
United States Patent 6659880
Abstract: A linear putter device of a golf club includes a lower connecting rod, an upper connecting rod, a bearing unit, a locking member, an upright rod, and a movable member. Thus, the golf club is moved in a linear manner, so that the golf club can hit the golf ball in a linear manner. In addition, the distance between the movable member and the upright rod can be adjusted arbitrarily so as to fit the user's stature and height, so that length of the golf club can fit the user's stature and height.
Analysis: The purpose of this device essentially is for the user to hold an upright rod underneath their chin and the lower half of this rod is connected to another rod that functions as a putter. Basically, this invention allows you to maintain a linear stroke when striking a golf ball. In terms of obviousness, this invention separates itself from the prior art, which is a traditional golf putter, in the sense that this connect multiple components for the golf club to swing. Thus, it is clear that this invention is quite novel even though its purpose is quite ridiculous in the sense that this invention simply complicates the ability for a user to actually strike the golf ball in the sense that only one hand will be used to generate power to hit the ball since the other hand must hold the rod underneath the user's chin.
As a golfer, I can't think of a more ridiculous way to put. Even the "belly putters" that some players use are crazy but this just takes it a bit further. Overall, great job in analyzing the patent. I really liked how you not only included the diagram, but also the abstract. It makes the points you bring up in your analysis much easier to refer to by having the abstract readily available. Great job!!
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