ProXR Theory Testing Overview
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This is a top-line overview of the testing being conducted by ProXR which will add depth and knowledge to the underlying theories of ProXR's development. This is the foundation of the ProXR Kickstarter project.
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ProXR Theory Testing Overview
- 1. ProXR Theories and Testing 5/17/13 ©2013, Giant Project, Inc. ProXR US Patent 7,744,497
- 2. Notice how the batters’ hands move from behind the center axis of the bat... ©2013, Giant Project, Inc. ProXR US Patent 7,744,497 Grady Phelan 314-322-7449 gphelan@mac.com Conventional Bat Knob Compression Theory
- 3. The hands are forced to roll over the knob to complete the swing... ©2013, Giant Project, Inc. ProXR US Patent 7,744,497 Grady Phelan 314-322-7449 gphelan@mac.com Conventional Bat Knob Compression Theory
- 4. Wrist-roll happens immediately after the intended point of contact... ©2013, Giant Project, Inc. ProXR US Patent 7,744,497 Grady Phelan 314-322-7449 gphelan@mac.com Conventional Bat Knob Compression Theory
- 5. The forces exerted on the base-gripping hand make the wrist exceed its natural range of motion... ©2013, Giant Project, Inc. ProXR US Patent 7,744,497 Grady Phelan 314-322-7449 gphelan@mac.com Conventional Bat Knob Compression Theory
- 6. This is the moment of maximum compression targeted by this research project*. * Initial testing conducted in early 2006 at Washington University School of Medicine, Bio-Mechanics Lab, showed the compression exerted in the area of the hypothenar can exceed 80psi in less than 2/10s of a second. ©2013, Giant Project, Inc. ProXR US Patent 7,744,497 Grady Phelan 314-322-7449 gphelan@mac.com Conventional Bat Knob Compression Theory
- 7. Bad Breaks or Design Flaw?
- 8. Knob Compression Results It only makes sense that if the conventional bat knob is creating this kind of damage in players’ hands, it is likely having a negative impact on swing performance too. ©2013, Giant Project, Inc. ProXR US Patent 7,744,497 Grady Phelan 314-322-7449 gphelan@mac.com
- 9. Detail of Knob-Compression-Zone and Underlying Structures ©2013, Giant Project, Inc. ProXR US Patent 7,744,497 Grady Phelan 314-322-7449 gphelan@mac.com
- 10. Knob Compression Induces Thrown Bats Thrown bats almost ALWAYS land in foul territory and mostly on the pull-side of the batters’ swing. Trajectory of the batters’ swing mechanics typically result in the bat flying over the dugout and into the crowd. ©2013, Giant Project, Inc. ProXR US Patent 7,744,497 Grady Phelan 314-322-7449 gphelan@mac.com
- 11. Dangerous & Real Problem Liability for teams, players and fans ©2013, Giant Project, Inc. ProXR US Patent 7,744,497 Grady Phelan 314-322-7449 gphelan@mac.com
- 12. Knob Compression Causes Broken Hamate Injuries • Broken hamate results in surgery and a 6 to 12 week recovery • Data indicates that many players experience a decrease in strength, power and performance long after hamate excision • Understanding the cost to the player and team are part of my research ©2013, Giant Project, Inc. ProXR US Patent 7,744,497 Grady Phelan 314-322-7449 gphelan@mac.com
- 13. ProXR Performance Advantages • Greater plate coverage – from improved range of motion • Quicker hands to the hitting zone – from reduced compression • Great transfer of power – from hands to the ball due to improved kinetics of the swing • More precise bat control – from freer range of motion ©2013, Giant Project, Inc. ProXR US Patent 7,744,497 Grady Phelan 314-322-7449 gphelan@mac.com
- 15. Progress to Date ©2013, Giant Project, Inc. ProXR US Patent 7,744,497 Grady Phelan 314-322-7449 gphelan@mac.com
- 16. Progress to Date Accepted Into The National Baseball Hall of Fame, 2011 First(and only) Angled Knob Bat Ever Used In Regular Season MLB Game ©2013, Giant Project, Inc. ProXR US Patent 7,744,497 Grady Phelan 314-322-7449 gphelan@mac.com
- 17. They Said it...
- 18. ProXR Field Testing Project • Field test conventional bats and the ProXR bat technology using pressure mapping sensors and high-speed video to prove my theories about conventional bat design • Inducing thrown bats • Broken hamate injuries • Negatively impacting players ability to reach their optimum swing performance • Assembling a team of experts in the fields of baseball, hand specialists (therapists, surgeons and trainers), physics and electronics to help guide and properly conduct these field tests • Testing to be conducted & completed July 2013 • Data to be published by mid-August 2013 ©2013, Giant Project, Inc. ProXR US Patent 7,744,497 Grady Phelan 314-322-7449 gphelan@mac.com
- 19. Thanks for Your Time The ProXR bat technology development has been a ten- year project that has already had a positive impact on the baseball bat. The testing being planned for July of this year is the last step in the journey that will shed light on the underlying theories that ProXR is founded on. Check out the ProXR Kickstarter Project Launching Soon! Thanks, Grady Phelan ©2013, Giant Project, Inc. ProXR US Patent 7,744,497 Grady Phelan 314-322-7449 gphelan@mac.com