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 18400740 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.

Participant activity monitoring unit tracks performance in an activity
Activity information module stores performance data
Participant performance correlator delivers comparative performance data
System is designed to be coupled with a participant in an activity
Monitors and stores performance information for analysis

Potential Applications: - Sports training and performance tracking - Fitness monitoring and goal setting - Employee performance evaluation in workplace activities

Problems Solved: - Lack of real-time performance feedback for participants - Difficulty in comparing current performance with past data - Inability to track progress and set achievable goals

Benefits: - Enhanced performance monitoring and analysis - Improved goal setting and progress tracking - Facilitates data-driven decision making for participants

Commercial Applications: Title: "Enhancing Performance Monitoring in Sports and Fitness" This technology can be used in sports training facilities, fitness centers, and corporate wellness programs to improve participant performance tracking and goal setting. It can also be integrated into wearable devices for personal use.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the system ensure the accuracy of the performance data collected? 2. Can the system be customized for different types of activities or sports?

Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on the latest advancements in wearable technology for activity monitoring and performance analysis to enhance the system's capabilities.

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.