METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR VIRTUAL COMPETITION

Organization Name

Fox Factory, Inc.

Inventor(s)

Mario Galasso of Sandy Hook CT (US)

Wesley E. Allinger of Santa Cruz CA (US)

David M. Haugen of Pacific Grove CA (US)

Robert David Kaswen of Watsonville CA (US)

Mark Stephen Fitzsimmons of Gilroy CA (US)

METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR VIRTUAL COMPETITION - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18400651 titled 'METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR VIRTUAL COMPETITION

The abstract describes a system designed to be connected to a participant in an activity. This system includes a monitoring unit to track the participant's performance, an information module to store performance data related to the activity, and a correlator to provide comparative performance data based on the monitored performance and stored information.

The system is configured to monitor a participant's performance in an activity.
It stores performance information specific to the activity.
It delivers comparative performance data based on the participant's monitored performance and stored information.

Potential Applications: - Sports training and coaching - Fitness tracking and improvement programs - Performance evaluation in educational settings

Problems Solved: - Lack of real-time performance feedback for participants - Difficulty in tracking and comparing performance data over time

Benefits: - Enhanced performance monitoring and analysis - Personalized feedback for participants - Improved training and coaching strategies

Commercial Applications: Title: "Performance Monitoring System for Enhanced Activity Feedback" This technology could be utilized in sports academies, fitness centers, and educational institutions to provide personalized performance feedback and improve overall outcomes.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the system ensure the accuracy of the performance data collected? 2. What measures are in place to protect the privacy and security of the stored information?

Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on the latest advancements in performance monitoring systems and their applications in various fields to maximize the benefits of this technology.

Original Abstract Submitted

A system configured to be coupled with a participant of an activity. The system comprises: a participant activity monitoring unit configured for monitoring a performance of the activity by the participant; an activity information module configured for storing performance information corresponding to the activity; and a participant performance correlator configured for delivering comparative performance data based on the monitored performance of the activity by the participant and the stored performance information.