Abstract: In some implementations, a system may include an imaging device, at least one memory storing instructions, and at least one processor configured to execute the instructions to perform operations for assessing product damage. The operations may comprise receiving an image of a product to be graded, the image being captured via the imaging device. The operations may further comprise generating a set of assessment images based on the received image. The operations may also comprise analyzing the set of assessment images using a machine learning model, the machine learning model being trained based on a plurality of product images to recognize product damage and generate a grade based on the recognized product damage. Further, the operations may comprise outputting a grade for the product based on the analyzing by the machine learning model.

Abstract: An alignment measuring tool has a computing device having at least one processor and at least one memory, a camera configured to capture images of a surface within a field of view, and a support structure configured to support the computing device and the camera in a stationary position. The support structure has a plurality of support walls forming a perimeter of an open bottom side of the support structure, wherein the plurality of support walls are configured to rest on the surface to enclose the field of view of the camera to an area of the surface. The support structure also has a calibration feature configured to provide feedback on a position of the camera relative to an area outside of the field of view of the camera.

Abstract: An alignment system is configured to measure the orientation of a golf ball relative to a target point based on the positioning of an alignment aid on the golf ball with respect to a target point. The alignment system has a camera configured to capture at least one image of a golf ball placed at a placement position on a surface. The alignment system also has a computing system having at least one processing unit and memory storing instructions configured to be executed by the at least one processing unit to determine an aimed direction based on an orientation of the alignment aid in the at least one image, calculate an alignment value based on the aimed direction, and provide the alignment value to a user interface.

Abstract: A launch monitor is disclosed herein that uses a backing marker underneath a primary marker applied to a dynamic golf object that is configured to be tracked via the launch monitor. The backing marker can be provided, in one aspect, in order to provide improved contrast for imaging the dynamic golf object. The backing marker can be comprised of a white colorant. The primary marker can be comprised of a fluorescent colorant, which can either fluoresce in the visible light spectrum or the near-infrared or infrared spectrum.

Abstract: A launch monitor is disclosed herein that relies on near-infrared or infrared light. In one aspect, the present disclosure is directed to a fluorescent near-infrared or infrared marker or marking for use with a dynamic golf object in order to obtain kinematic information for the dynamic golf object. The launch monitor can further include a near-infrared or infrared camera for obtaining at least one image of the dynamic golf object. In yet another aspect, a method of generating kinematic information regarding a dynamic golf object via a launch monitor is also provided.

Abstract: Methods and systems for detecting configuration states of a golf club and adjustment systems of a golf club, such as a shaft connection system. A golf club configuration detection system captures configuration data from the adjustment system of the golf club by a configuration detection device, such as a camera, a barcode scanner, or an RFID scanner. The captured configuration data is compared to reference configuration data to determine a configuration state of the adjustment system. Swing data and ball-flight data are tracked for golf-ball strikes with the golf club in the detected configuration state. Recommendations for configuration states may be generated based on the tracked data.

Abstract: Methods and systems for detecting configuration states of a golf club and adjustment systems of a golf club, such as a shaft connection system. A golf club configuration detection system captures configuration data from the adjustment system of the golf club by a configuration detection device, such as a camera, a barcode scanner, or an RFID scanner. The captured configuration data is compared to reference configuration data to determine a configuration state of the adjustment system. Swing data and ball-flight data are tracked for golf-ball strikes with the golf club in the detected configuration state. Recommendations for configuration states may be generated based on the tracked data.

Abstract: Methods and systems for detecting configuration states of a golf club and adjustment systems of a golf club, such as a shaft connection system. A golf club configuration detection system captures configuration data from the adjustment system of the golf club by a configuration detection device, such as a camera, a barcode scanner, or an RFID scanner. The captured configuration data is compared to reference configuration data to determine a configuration state of the adjustment system. Swing data and ball-flight data are tracked for golf-ball strikes with the golf club in the detected configuration state. Recommendations for configuration states may be generated based on the tracked data.

Abstract: A launch monitor that generates three dimensional images to accurately measure movement of golf objects. In an aspect, the launch monitor can utilize stereographic camera systems to capture images from which three dimensional images can be generated. In an aspect, the launch monitor can utilize light-field camera systems to capture images of the golf objects. In an aspect, the camera systems can capture images in color.

Abstract: Methods and systems for detecting configuration states of a golf club and adjustment systems of a golf club, such as a shaft connection system. A golf club configuration detection system captures configuration data from the adjustment system of the golf club by a configuration detection device, such as a camera, a barcode scanner, or an RFID scanner. The captured configuration data is compared to reference configuration data to determine a configuration state of the adjustment system. Swing data and ball-flight data are tracked for golf-ball strikes with the golf club in the detected configuration state. Recommendations for configuration states may be generated based on the tracked data.

Abstract: Methods and systems for detecting configuration states of a golf club and adjustment systems of a golf club, such as a shaft connection system. A golf club configuration detection system captures configuration data from the adjustment system of the golf club by a configuration detection device, such as a camera, a barcode scanner, or an RFID scanner. The captured configuration data is compared to reference configuration data to determine a configuration state of the adjustment system. Swing data and ball-flight data are tracked for golf-ball strikes with the golf club in the detected configuration state. Recommendations for configuration states may be generated based on the tracked data.

Abstract: Methods and systems for detecting configuration states of a golf club and adjustment systems of a golf club, such as a shaft connection system. A golf club configuration detection system captures configuration data from the adjustment system of the golf club by a configuration detection device, such as a camera, a barcode scanner, or an RFID scanner. The captured configuration data is compared to reference configuration data to determine a configuration state of the adjustment system. Swing data and ball-flight data are tracked for golf-ball strikes with the golf club in the detected configuration state. Recommendations for configuration states may be generated based on the tracked data.

Abstract: A launch monitor that generates three dimensional images to accurately measure movement of golf objects. In an aspect, the launch monitor can utilize stereographic camera systems to capture images from which three dimensional images can be generated. In an aspect, the launch monitor can utilize light-field camera systems to capture images of the golf objects. In an aspect, the camera systems can capture images in color.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to portable golf ball launching device for analyzing golf balls for short game performance attributes. The preferred golf ball launcher is able to shoot a golf ball at the ground at preselected speed, spin rate and angle.

Abstract: A launch monitor system and method for measuring flight characteristics of a golf ball are disclosed. The launch monitor system comprises a support structure, a smart device positioned to capture one or more images of the golf ball, a flash source, and an application configured to execute on the smart device. The software application processes images of the golf ball and determines one or more flight characteristics thereof. Also disclosed is a launch monitor system and method for displaying flight characteristics of a golf ball, and, optionally, a computed trajectory of the golf ball.