Abstract: A target for engaging and securing a hook and loop ball during play of a game. The inventive device includes a support stand positionable upon a ground surface. A target is supported by the support stand and includes a base web of hook and loop material to which a hook and loop covered ball can be engaged. The target can include various forms of indica printed thereon to facilitate play of a variety of games.

Abstract: A portable net has an erected configuration for practicing golf or the like by stopping the flight of a golf ball and returning it to a selected location and a folded configuration for storage or transport. The portable net has an elastic frame that forms a base and a net support section. A net is connected to the net support section of the frame so that the net is extends away from the base in the erected configuration. The net is arranged to stop the flight of a golf ball that is incident thereon. A fabric is connected between the net and the base so that a projectile that has impinged upon the net falls to the fabric and then rolls to the front portion of the portable net. The frame is configured such that a person may put the frame into a folded configuration by deforming the first and second frame members into a plurality of generally concentric rings. A retainer such as a strap is provided for selectively retaining the frame in the folded configuration.

Abstract: A game apparatus is provided comprising a cabinet defining a playing area including a plurality of shelves mounted therein where each of the shelves has disposed thereon a plurality of game pieces. A receiving mechanism is attached to the cabinet for accepting a playing piece. A player aimable, launching mechanism is linked to the receiving mechanism for launching the playing piece towards the aimed at location for the purpose of dislodging some of the game pieces. A redemption mechanism may be provided for accepting any dislodged game pieces to provide a reward in exchange therefor.

Abstract: A goaltender simulator system, which closely simulates shooting on a goal tended by a live goaltender, is provided. The system includes a digital video camera which tracks the trajectory of the object launched toward the goal. The continuous image data is filtered to enable a computer control to accurately determine the trajectory of the object as well as estimate its anticipated trajectory. Knowing the anticipated trajectory of the object, the computer control instructs motors to move the goaltender figure and/or its arms to the appropriate position to block the incoming object in an attempt to prevent it from entering the goal.

Abstract: A tee divider and method for dividing a tee area of a golf driving range into subsections and for blocking golf balls errantly hit by a first golfer from hitting a second golfer practicing next to the first golfer, comprises a frame having an upper end portion and a lower end portion, mounting feet mounted on the lower end portion of the frame for securing the tee divider on the tee area and for supporting the tee divider in an upright position substantially perpendicular to the plane of the tee area, a deflector sheet extending between the upper end portion of the frame and the lower end portion of the frame for blocking golf balls hit by a first golfer from hitting a second golfer practicing next to the first golfer on the opposite side of the tee divider, and a fastening rope for attaching the deflector sheet to the frame.

Abstract: A game apparatus is disclosed including a support post and an attachment mechanism which may be attached to and removed from the support post. The attachment mechanism releasably holds a piece of material so that the material can be easily attached to and removed from a position adjacent the support post, thereby facilitating the playing of games such as Steal The Flag. The attachment mechanism is designed to allow a player of the game to take the piece of material without contacting the support post, thereby decreasing the chance that a player might be injured. In addition to its use for games such as Steal The Flag, the apparatus can also be used as a boundary marker for other types of games and competitions.

Abstract: A portable golf target stand having a base member, with the base member including pivotally mounted legs, with the legs arranged in a canted orientation relative to a top wall of the base member, such as the legs are arranged for inter-folding configuration to orient the leg members in a substantially parallel relationship when thusly inter-folded, with a signal rod arranged for selective reception within the base member, and the signal rod arranged for a break-down configuration for ease of storage of the signal rod when separated from the base member.

Abstract: A collapsible, portable goal net for sports comprises a frame consisting of tubular components coupled together, with an elastic cord running through the components to retain a flexible connection between the components even when they are uncoupled to collapse the net. A flexible mesh is provided with sleeves composed of a less flexible material than the mesh, for affixing the mesh to the frame. The components of the frame can slide freely in the sleeves, thus preventing the mesh from becoming caught or entangled in the detached joints when the net is collapsed.

Abstract: A game target apparatus assembly utilizing a plurality of game target ring assemblies each having 1) a main target ring member; 2) a target net assembly secured to the main target ring member; and 3) a target ring support assembly secured to the main target ring member. The main target ring member is provided with a ring opening section having a support wall portion with a target opening and integral with an arrow shaped section having target sequence indicia thereon. The target net assembly can be an open end net assembly to allow a ball to pass through or a closed end net assembly to prevent the ball from falling therethrough. The target ring support assembly may be one of two embodiments being 1) a main ground anchor assembly; or 2) a detachable ground anchor assembly. Both embodiments include a handle impalement section or member which extends substantially laterally and being of arcuate shape from the support wall portion of the main target ring assembly.

Abstract: An anchoring system for a three dimensional animal target includes a means for attaching the anchoring system to the three dimensional animal target. The means for attaching may include a pipe, a shaft or stabilization member, at least one screw, or combinations thereof. The anchoring system also includes a first member or metal plate for providing a step for a person to apply force to the anchoring system during the mounting of the three dimensional animal target. A second member or metal shaft is attached to the first member and is inserted into the ground or other supporting surface as force is applied to the first member during mounting of the animal target. The anchoring system may additionally include a stabilization member or metal shaft attached to the first member for providing an additional member which is inserted into the ground during mounting of the animal target.

Abstract: A collapsible, portable goal net for sports comprises a frame consisting of tubular components coupled together, with an elastic cord running through the components to retain a flexible connection between the components even when they are uncoupled to collapse the net. A flexible mesh is provided with sleeves composed of a less flexible material than the mesh, for affixing the mesh to the frame. The components of the frame can slide freely in the sleeves, thus preventing the mesh from becoming caught or entangled in the detached joints when the net is collapsed.

Abstract: A resetting target assembly having a frame designed to rest on a flat surface, two upright supports extending up from the base, and a crossmember between the uprights with a pair of targets substantially aligned thereon. The targets are cooperatively connected by a linkage so that the falling of the first target, when struck by a projectile, raises the second target from a horizontal to a vertical position. The falling of the second target, when struck by a projectile raises the first target from a horizontal to a vertical position.

Abstract: A projectile and target device includes a spherical projectile having a plurality of hook-threaded sheet members arcuately coated on a spherical core of the spherical projectile to fully cover the surface area of the projectile, and a target having a loop-threaded fabric sheet secured to a supporting screen, whereby upon throwing of the spherical projectile to the target, the projectile will be attached on the target by fastening the hook-threaded sheet members on the spherical projectile with the loop-threaded fabric sheet of the target, without loosening or releasing of the hook-threaded sheet members from the spherical projectile.

Abstract: A foldable target structure includes first, second, and third game plates, each having distinctive geometrical configurations arranged for opening and securement in a triangular configuration, wherein a central opening includes a central opening periphery fastener structure about the central opening through each game plate, with further openings and further hook and loop fastener peripheries, as well as hook and loop fastener patches mounted upon each game plate of various geometrical configurations between respective game plates. The bag structure employed includes bag first and second sides, having first and second side hook and loop fastener surfaces arranged for securement to the hook and loop fastener surfaces of the game plates, wherein various point totals are awarded for directing the bag member through the opening, as well as the bag's adherence to hook and loop fastener surfaces of respective game plate structure.

Abstract: A portable target assembly is provided for use with airguns of the pellet or ball (BB) variety. The target assembly includes a rectangular frame which is supported by two leg members which are pivotally mounted on the right and left side of the frame. A canvas element is secured about the exterior of the frame and the leg members which forms a trap for the spent pellets or balls. Several rows of targets depend from struts which are mounted on the interior of the rectangular frame. The targets are suspended by cord elements which are secured to the strut by a locking member. By adjusting the length of the cord the target height may be altered. The targets are a variety of geometric shapes. The center of the target is hollowed out so that a loud report is sounded when the target is hit by a projectile.

Abstract: A portable, reusable, disposable, compact package that opens up and reconnects to form an upright target and sight-in system for guns.

Abstract: A modular target system with interchangeable parts which can be used to make a variety of different targets. The basic system consists of a foot, stand, and head. The universal attachment designs for the various components allows for changing the stand height or head plate style, and makes possible the addition of an optional "swinger" or "rocker." The result is a system which is versatile to use and economical to produce and maintain.

Abstract: A rolling target is made from a heavy duty industrial hose material. The rolling target comprises a target mount, target, and a rim having an angular momentum after 4 mph is obtained that creates a gyroscopic stability to withstand most hits from bullets of a gun. A portable launcher for multiple rolling targets is actuated by a rope pull.

Abstract: A ball game apparatus including a ball-projecting gun, at least one ball, and a coat-type garment having a plurality of ball adhering portions to which the ball adheres to when projected by the gun. The coat type garment includes scoring indicia for each ball adhering portion which correspond in value to the extent of injury that would be caused by a projectile striking a corresponding portion of the body. Thus, a ball that adheres to a ball adhering portion located close to the heart of the player is scored a higher value than a ball that adheres to a ball adhering portion located on the arm of the player.

Abstract: The system is for use on outdoor firing ranges. Target cards bearing the printed targets are secured to a 4 ft. square panel made of Coroplast (trademark), which is extruded twin-walled polypropylene sheet. The sheet is formed with built-in curvature, which is sufficient to render the target panel rigid, even though the material is thin enough that bullets can pass through without punching-out. Because of the curvature, no frame is required to keep the panel rigid. Scoring rings are printed on the face of the panel, together with a centering device which comprises markings that allow an attendant to align fresh target cards with the scoring rings. Two or three plies of Coroplast may be welded/glued face to face, for larger targets.

Abstract: A game cabinet has lower and upper housings hinged to one another to enable the upper housing to be swung from a position atop the lower housing to a position alongside and parallel to the lower housing. A target assembly having a frame and a plurality of individual segments removably accommodated in spaces formed by dividers is swingable as a unit about a horizontal axis to provide access to the segments from the rear of the assembly. The segments are biased in one direction by a resilient pad when the target assembly is in an operative position and the biasing force exerted by the pad is adjustable.

Abstract: Embodiments are shown and described, each of a shooting target stand for removable holding a target at various angles and heights relative to the ground. The target stand has a generally two-dimensional frame, with an opening across which the target is placed, and a bottom edge for setting on the ground. The target stand has a pivotal member, which pivotally and lockably attaches near the bottom edge of the frame and props the frame into an upright position. The pivotal member preferably is as thin and two-dimensional as the frame and pivots into the frame opening to be coplanar with the frame and to make the target stand compact for transport and storage. The preferred embodiment is made of straight lengths of widely-available PVC piping, coupled together. The target is attached to the target stand preferably with semi-cylindrical clips that snap on to the frame.

Abstract: An automatic target holder is provided for positioning targets for projectiles at a location remote from a shooter. The target holder includes a housing having a relatively low silhouette and a target support removably mounted upon the housing for positioning a target in a substantially planar firing position normal to a path of a projectile fired by the shooter. A target drive mechanism is located within the housing and is remotely operable by the shooter to advance a target roll to move a new target into the firing position. The target support structure and the housing is oriented outboard of the target in the firing position providing an unobstructed path for the projectile as it passes through the target. The preferred embodiment is provided with a target illumination panel positioned behind the target and shiftable between an inactive position out of the projectile path and an active position behind the target in order to increase the visibility of the projectile holes formed in the target.

Abstract: A target support structure and system which holds and turns a flat target from edge to face and back again. Targets are held and turned at the bottom and are supported at the top by a pivoting connection attached to a stationary bar frame. The system is easily mounted, is able to accomodate a variety of targets, may be activated through pneumatics or any adaptable power source, may be interfaced with electric, pneumatic, or similar control devices, and is uniquely designed to minimize bullet damage and splatter.

Abstract: A chip shot practice ring utilized as a target and receptacle for receiving chipped or pitched golf balls is disclosed. The apparatus utilizes a substantially circular base member constructed of a rectangular strip of material joined at its opposite abutting ends by a closure member. A vertically oriented flag pole is attached at its lower end to a vertically extending pole in the closure member, and a flag is attached to the flag pole at its upper end. The components of the apparatus are fabricated from brightly colored polymeric and metallic materials which enhance their visibility, portability, and resistance to material degradation. A lighting assembly, including a bulb on the flag pole and a fiber optic cable extending to and around the upper surface of the base member, is further provided to illuminate the base member, the flag pole, and the flag to render the apparatus highly visible to the practicing golfer under minimal lighting conditions.

Abstract: A folding target holder involves a hinge board with two front legs fixedly attached thereto and a rear leg pivotally attached therebetween and having an upper bevelled surface which, in the unfolded position, abuts the hinge board. In the folded position, the rear leg pivots to a co-planar position between the front legs. The legs are each individually adjustable in length. A target board is hinged at an edge to the lower edge of the hinge board so that, in the folded position the target board extends downward in the same plane as the hinge board and lays against the front legs and folded rear leg. When unfolded, the target board pivots upwardly with its lower portion lying to the front of the hinge board. A separating member positioned within the angular gap between the target board and hinge board serves to physically block any further decrease in that gap.

Abstract: A portable golf game to be played with conventional golf balls and golf clubs comprises nine targets adaped to be randomly positioned on an ordinary lawn to thereby provide the player with targets for putting or chipping a golf ball. The targets define a ring-shaped opening adapted to permit a ball to pass therethrough. A single support rod extends perpendicularly from each target and is adapted for insertion into the ground. A sign having a first side and a second side is rigidly attached to each target. The first sides of the signs are consecutively numbered from one to nine while the second sides are consecutively numbered from ten to eighteen. Each sign is numbered so that the sum of the numbers on its first side and its second side equals nineteen. To play the game, the player places a golf ball on either side of the target having the number six affixed thereto and thereafter hits the golf ball toward the target numbered one in an attempt to hit it through the target.

Abstract: A practice backstop for ball playing sports has a support frame including a pair of crossed arcuate poles covered by a three sided enclosure, open at the front. A flexible target sheet is supported within the enclosure so as to be struck by and absorb the impact of balls directed at the backstop 10. The enclosure may additionally include a floor surface and a series of fasteners may be provided for supporting the target sheet at various front to back spaced apart positions within the enclosure.

Abstract: A rolling target is initially mounted at an upper end of a ramp structure that is elevationally adjustable relative to a support organization. The release mechanism includes a gate flange biased in a retracted orientation relative to the ramp and maintained in an orthogonal orientation across the ramp by a latch member that is selectively released by a pneumatic mechanism. The target apparatus includes a tire structure, with a central opening mounting a framework therewithin, wherein the framework is arranged for securement of a target.

Abstract: A target holder comprising a pair of elongated stakes, each of which is fitted with a pivotally mounted spring jaw type target clamp. The stakes each have a tapered lower end and a tongue receiving slot for receiving a stepping bar. The pointed ends of the stakes are driven into the ground by stepping on the stepping bar.

Abstract: A soccer goal practice device having a frame and a net extending within the frame. The frame has first and second upstanding side members and a cross member extending between, and connected to the top ends of, the side members. The net is formed as a lattice having a perimeter corresponding substantially in shape and size to the frame. The net includes a rugged perimeter cord along the perimeter of the net, and the perimeter cord has a length shorter than that of the perimeter of the net. The perimeter cord is fastened to the frame such that the net extends between the side members and the cross member. Due to the reduced perimeter of the perimeter cord, the net will include a slight blouse when extending over the frame. This blouse causes ground balls entering the net to be rebounded with an upward velocity component, such that rebounded ground balls bounce. This provides a more challenging and realistic return of the ball to the user.

Abstract: A golf practice device for use in practicing chipping and pitching techniques. A net is attached to an adjustable ring which is supported by legs connected to the ring. The diameter of the ring can be made smaller thereby challenging the golfers to make a more precise practice shot. The support legs can be variably attached to the ring to create different inclines of the device face with the supporting surface. The ring as well as the support legs are manufactured from a lightweight, strong yet flexible plastic material. The assembly can be dismantled easily for storage or transport.

Abstract: A game target useable with a palm held projectile tossed at a target. The projectiles being light weight provide safe use by almost all ages. Also, younger players can be skilled enough to compete with adults. The target is mounted to tube sections which are loosely spaced on a circular formed tube but snug enough to hold position until the projectile lands. This fit in addition to the generally shaped frustum projectile and an inclined target provide the means for the target to capture the projectile landing squarely on the target landing surface. The game apparatus can be used for various games or scoring methods such as horseshoe type scoring, a horse method similar to the basketball game of Horse, use for a hole in one contest or layout of several targets for a short course golf type scoring procedure. The apparatus also can provide exercise for those who prefer activity rather than routine calisthenics. The apparatus can be used indoors with some care and discretion.

Abstract: Golf practice device such as a net or the like for use from within or outside a garage, the net being mounted internally of the garage door adjacent its upper edge in both a storage condition and a use condition and being rolled up on a bar or rod and supported out of the way on end brackets on the inside of the door in said storage condition. The mounting and brackets are designed so as to enable the door to be raised and lowered as needed when the device is in storage condition, and to further enable the door to be raised while the net is in its use condition, without obstruction of door movement and without risk of damage to the net or the door. The brackets themselves are also adapted to be mounted on either a vertical wall or suspended from a horizontal ceiling, in either of which locations, the brackets can serve for both storage and use of the net.

Abstract: A wall hanging toss game includes a generally flat, rigid member having a first surface suitable for printing with a plurality of recesses formed therein spaced from one another. A plurality of generally thin, wafer-like hook material targets are adhesively secured to the rigid member in the recesses of the first surface, such that the targets appear generally flush with the first surface and appear separated from one another by open areas of the first surface, wherein the ratio of open area to target area is preferably greater than one to one dependant upon the particular design desired. A shock absorbing projectile covered with or made of loop material is capable of being securely held in place when in contact with the hook material targets and reduces bounce-back when impacting the non target areas. A catch member is provided for catching and supporting the projectile, when the projectile hits the first surface and falls vertically downwardly after missing the targets.

Abstract: An apparatus for playing a game. The apparatus has a frame, a net secured to the frame, a pair of front legs secured to the frame, and a rear leg connected to the frame and to the back portion of the net. A target is pivotally secured to the frame. A method for playing a game with the apparatus wherein a disk is thrown at a target pivoted to the frame.

Abstract: A modular target system support structure for use with modular target systems simultaneously provides support and electrical contact to a plurality of target modules upon mounting and securing of the same in place on the support structure. In one embodiment, the modular target system support structure includes mechanical clamps for securing the plurality of target modules in place and electrical contacts, positioned on the mechanical clamps, for making electrical contact with the target modules automatically upon mounting and securing of the same in place. Furthermore, the modular target system support structure requires no tools for mounting or replacing target modules on or off the target field.

Abstract: A multipurpose combination frame structure integrally adapted for use as a clothes stand, height measuring instrument and a small basket goal stand for kids, characterized in that it can be assembled and disassembled in a ready manner. The base of the frame is made of two orthogonally joined oblong boards with four side supporting rods slopedly attached thereto; and the vertical stand includes three detachable sticks joined together by bolts and nuts end to end. A backboard is secured at the top of the stand with a dartboard like article disposed at the center thereof. A long basket net is hung from the backboard and is either used as a goal for basketball game or as a disposal container for the laundry.

Abstract: A frangible article for use as a target or a projectile is disclosed which is formed of a mixture of sand and decomposable binder shaped and cured to create a rigid, durable article which will fracture upon impact. Several preferred binder compositions and the method of forming a frangible target are also disclosed.

Abstract: A wall hanging toss game includes a flat, rigid member having a first surface suitable for printing with recesses formed therein spaced from one another. A plurality of hook material targets are adhesively secured to the rigid member in the recesses of the first surface, such that the targets appear flush with the first surface and appear separated from one another by open areas of the first surface. The ratio of open area to target area is preferably greater than one to one. A shock absorbing projectile covered with or made of loop material is held in place when in contact with the hook material targets and reduces bounce-back when impacting the non-target areas. A frame surrounds the periphery of the rigid member and a catch member is provided for catching the projectile, when the projectile hits the first surface and falls vertically downwardly after missing the targets. The invention is a combined decorative wall hanging and wall toss game.

Abstract: A gun target supported by a frame at an oblique angle which upon impact pivots about a hinge pin. The target resets itself to the ready position by nature of an over-center relationship between the hinge pin and target. The target is angled with respect to the shooter to deflect the projectile either downwardly or upwardly dependent upon target orientation. Since the target is angled with respect to the shooter the target is elongated so as to present a visually correct image to the shooter.

Abstract: A one-piece holder for shooting targets, archery targets, yard signs and the like has a first crossbar with a clip at each end having a toothed notch into which the target or sign suitable for the named purposes may be inserted. The first crossbar is supported by an upright which has a second crossbar at its lower end with earth-penetrating prongs extending downward therefrom, enabling the user to press the prongs into the ground with his foot, so as to support the holder and, therefore, the target or sign, vertically.

Abstract: A collapsible sawhorse including a crossbeam and two pairs of legs connected at opposite ends of the crossbeam for disposition between a load-supporting position and a folded position, wherein each pair of legs is pivotally connected to a support member that is pivotally connected to the crossbeam so that each support member and its pair of legs may collectively pivot between the two positions. Brackets are provided for detachably supporting a projectile target to the crossbeam.

Abstract: A multi-purpose ball expelling apparatus which can be used with repeated operations for the training of baseball fielders, batters and pitchers comprising in combination a special netted frame in which a ball can be thrown, collected and pass into a special ball expelling machine which can be adjusted to expell the ball as a grounder, pop-fly or straight pitch. An inverted U-shaped frame is in a generally vertical plane and has a net stretched tightly across it. A brace is connected to each side leg of the U. A rectangular frame is supported in a generally horizontal plane by the U-shaped frame and braces. A second net is also stretched tightly across the rectangular frame. The rectangular frame downward somewhat toward its front edge to direct a ball into the expelling machine. A third net is attached to the top of the U-shaped frame and hangs loosely down to the net on the rectangular frame. This third net has a rectangular opening which serves as a baseball pitching target.

Abstract: There are disclosed foamable compositions comprising at least one polyisocyanate, at least one polyhydroxy compound and at least one blowing agent having evenly distributed therethrough discrete particles of cellular rubber. The resulting urethane foam-cellular rubber is suitable for use as a target backstop, e.g., archery target backstop.

Abstract: A two way soccer goal is disclosed which includes a framework holding a net within it. The goal is joined together in such a way as to allow the framework and net to remain joined even as the goal is disassembled for storage or transporting. The end posts of the framework are open at the bottom ends, thus allowing them to be placed over the two stakes placed into the ground. The two way feature allows the game to be played in a small area by placing the goal in the center of the playing area. One side is the goal of one team, and the opposite side is the goal of the opposing team.

Abstract: A football kicking practice device comprising similar frame parts joined by a front top transverse member to be disposed in parallel vertical orientation, with such frame parts including horizontal rearwardly extending portions joining vertical downwardly extending portions, in turn joining downwardly inclined portions extending to a point of vertical alignment with the top transverse member, and further joining downwardly extending vertical portions terminating with structure at the lower ends for supporting the frame in vertical orientation, and a large rectangular net with a peripheral sleeve along three sides thereof slidably engagable with the frame structure, whereby the net as assembled to the frame hangs in a manner to provide a forwardly and downwardly bulged upper portion, blending with a lower hanging and forwardly inclined trough portion.

Abstract: A ball target assembly (10) for providing target practice and practice of timing in relation to the movement of a ball through the air. The device (10) comprises a frame section (12) positioned in a substantially upright position providing support for the device on the ground, a movable boom section (16) pivotally attached at the top and in front of the frame section (12) providing horizontal and vertical reciprocal movement of a ball receiver target section (66) to restore the target to a flush-upright position after being struck by a moving ball, a cable support system (85) providing support between the frame (12) and the target (66) so that the target (66) remains in the flush-upright position in a selected stationary position, and a backnet section (20) comprising a sack-oriented netting material received by the rearward portion of the frame (12) for timely collection and retrieval of the moving balls.

Abstract: This is a holder for shotgun pattern paper. The shot pattern of a shotgun is most important to a hunter. This invention provides a way to determine that pattern for any shotgun. A three-part circular or four-part square holder is supported above the ground by two spaced apart support members. The parts are held together by unique clamp. Clips are provided about the periphery of the square or circular ring for holding paper or a cardboard target base with the target printed thereon. A shotgun or rifle is then fired at the target from the selected distance and the pattern of the shot or accuracy of the rifle can be seen on the paper or target base.

Abstract: A wall hanging toss game includes a generally flat, rigid member having a first surface suitable for printing with a plurality of recesses formed therein spaced from one another. A plurality of generally thin, wafer-like hook material targets are adhesively secured to the rigid member in the recesses of the first surface, such that the targets appear generally flush with the first surface and appear separated from one another by open areas of the first surface, wherein the ratio of open area to target area is preferably greater than one to one dependant upon the particular design desired. A shock absorbing projectile covered with or made of loop material is capable of being securely held in place when in contact with the hook material targets and reduces bounce-back when impacting the non target areas. A catch member is provided for catching and supporting the projectile, when the projectile hits the first surface and falls vertically downwardly after missing the targets.