| 摘要 |
The invention includes simulated golf game in which a remotely controlled golfer (64) plays on a miniature course (8). The course (8) has all the characteristics of a real golf course, e.g., hills, valleys, sand traps, and trees. The golfer (64) is a model human figure who plays a miniature ball that is free to roll anywhere on the course (8). The golfer (64) is remotely controlled through an overhead gantry positioning mechanism that connects to the golfer's back by way of a small-diameter rigid tube (60). The gantry simulates walking by moving the tube (60), with the golfer (64) attached, about the golf course (8). Animation of the golfer itself is effected by a set of electric motors (28, 54, 65) driving cables (72, 71) running inside the tube (60). Multiple motors are operated simultaneously to give the golfer (64) a lifelike look. The motor operations are controlled by a computer (310). The game can be played by a person with a joystick control (306) that requires skill to manipulate. Alternatively, the computer (310) can play the game by itself by locating the ball's position with the aid of an overhead camera (98). The computer (310) can also assist the human player to varying degrees to provide the game with beginner and advanced levels of skill. |
