CUSTOMIZABLE GOLF SIMULATOR ENCLOSURE WITH MODULAR FRAME AND ADJUSTABLE SIDE PANELS
A customizable golf simulator enclosure is disclosed, designed for versatile indoor use and DIY assembly. The enclosure comprises a modular frame structure including a front section and two side sections, forming a semi-enclosed space for golf simulation. The front section features a base with a floor cross-bar, two uprights, and an awning with a ceiling cross-bar and parallel support. The side sections are constructed as bifold structures, each with a forward section, midsection, and end section, hingedly connected for adjustable positioning. The enclosure incorporates, in some embodiments, a locking mechanism to secure the side sections in open or closed positions. Screens are attachable to the frame for displaying projected golf simulator images and containing golf balls. The structure is built with aluminum extrusions and connectors, allowing for easy assembly, disassembly, and customization to fit various indoor spaces. Caster wheels on the side sections facilitate movement, while the design focuses on durability and impact resistance. This innovative enclosure combines practicality, adaptability, and functionality, making it an ideal solution for indoor golf practice and simulation for home and small business users.
1 . A customizable golf simulator enclosure comprising:
a front frame member;
a first side frame member;
a second side frame member;
wherein the front frame member, first side frame member, and second side frame member form a semi-enclosed space for golf simulation.
2 . The customizable golf simulator enclosure of claim 1 , wherein the front frame member comprises:
a base defined by a floor cross-bar;
two uprights; and
an awning defined by a ceiling cross-bar and a parallel support.
3 . The customizable golf simulator enclosure of claim 1 , wherein the first side frame member and second side frame member each comprise:
a forward section;
a midsection hingedly connected to the forward section; and
an end section hingedly connected to the midsection.
4 . The customizable golf simulator enclosure of claim 3 , further comprising a locking mechanism configured to secure the forward section, midsection, and end section in an open or closed position.
5 . The customizable golf simulator enclosure of claim 4 , wherein the locking mechanism comprises:
a pivotal aluminum extrusion;
a hook connector;
a catch; and
a hinge connector.
6 . The customizable golf simulator enclosure of claim 3 , further comprising caster wheels attached to the midsection and end section.
7 . The customizable golf simulator enclosure of claim 1 , further comprising screens attachable to the front frame member, first side frame member, and second side frame member.
8 . The customizable golf simulator enclosure of claim 7 , wherein the screens are configured to display projected golf simulator images and absorb impact from golf balls.
9 . The customizable golf simulator enclosure of claim 1 , wherein the enclosure is configured for DIY assembly.
10 . The customizable golf simulator enclosure of claim 1 , wherein the front frame member, first side frame member, and second side frame member are constructed of aluminum extrusions.
11 . A method of using a customizable golf simulator enclosure, the method comprising:
assembling a front frame member, a first side frame member, and a second side frame member to form a semi-enclosed space;
attaching screens to the front frame member, first side frame member, and second side frame member;
positioning a projector and a launch monitor within the semi-enclosed space; and
hitting golf balls within the semi-enclosed space towards the screen attached to the front frame member.
12 . The method of claim 11 , further comprising adjusting the size of the semi-enclosed space by manipulating the first side frame member and second side frame member.
13 . The method of claim 12 , wherein manipulating the first side frame member and second side frame member comprises:
unlocking a locking mechanism;
folding or unfolding hinged sections of the first side frame member and second side frame member; and
relocking the locking mechanism.
14 . The method of claim 11 , further comprising displaying simulated golf environments on the screens using the projector.
15 . The method of claim 11 , further comprising storing the customizable golf simulator enclosure by folding the first side frame member and second side frame member.
16 . A customizable golf simulator enclosure comprising:
a front frame member including:
a base defined by a floor cross-bar;
two uprights; and
an awning defined by a ceiling cross-bar and a parallel support;
a first side frame member including:
a forward section;
a midsection hingedly connected to the forward section; and
an end section hingedly connected to the midsection;
a second side frame member mirroring the first side frame member;
a locking mechanism including:
a pivotal aluminum extrusion;
a hook connector;
a catch; and
a hinge connector;
wherein the front frame member, first side frame member, and second side frame member form a semi-enclosed space for golf simulation.
17 . The customizable golf simulator enclosure of claim 16 , further comprising screens attachable to the front frame member, first side frame member, and second side frame member.
18 . The customizable golf simulator enclosure of claim 16 , wherein the forward section of the first side frame member is configured to be coupled to a support wall.
19 . The customizable golf simulator enclosure of claim 16 , further comprising caster wheels attached to the midsection and end section of the first side frame member and second side frame member.
20 . The customizable golf simulator enclosure of claim 16 , wherein the front frame member, first side frame member, and second side frame member are constructed of aluminum extrusions connected by straight connectors.