Quintic Ball Roll
About Quintic Ball Roll
Quintic is an advanced measurement system designed to analyze key parameters of a golfer’s putting stroke, such as ball speed, launch angle, and spin. Utilizing a smartphone’s high-speed camera, it provides precise, real-time data that helps golfers refine their technique and optimize their equipment selection. By transforming putting practice into a data-driven experience, Quintic empowers players to achieve measurable improvements on the green.
Challenges Faced
1. High-Speed Camera Optimization
Challenge: Capturing high-speed ball movement accurately with a smartphone camera.Solution: Implemented optimized algorithms to track motion over the first 12 inches of the putt, ensuring reliability in various lighting conditions.
2. Real-Time Processing & Feedback
Challenge: Providing instant visual and audio feedback without lag.Solution: Developed an efficient real-time processing engine that ensures immediate recognition of a valid putt.
3. Lighting & Environmental Variability
Challenge: Ensuring accuracy in different lighting conditions (indoor, outdoor, sunny, overcast).Solution: Created three preset modes with optimized camera settings tailored for each environment.
4. User-Friendly Interface
Challenge: Designing an interface that balances advanced features with ease of use.Solution: Developed an intuitive UI with simple navigation and automated settings to reduce user workload.
5. Consistency in Measurement
Challenge: Ensuring repeated accuracy across multiple putts and sessions.Solution: Recommended users mark the ball’s position for consistent measurements, supported by automatic data saving for review.
The Solutions
1. Enhanced Golf Training
Quintic enables golfers to gain valuable insights into their putting stroke. By analyzing ball movement data, users can refine their technique and improve their performance on the green.
2. Precision & Accuracy
The app ensures highly accurate measurements of ball speed, launch angle, and spin by leveraging advanced tracking algorithms. This precision aids both amateurs and professionals in making informed decisions about putter design and stroke mechanics.
3. Seamless User Experience
With intuitive navigation and preset camera modes, golfers can focus on their practice without the hassle of manual setup. The user-friendly interface ensures smooth operation for all experience levels.
4. Consistent Data Collection
Quintic automatically saves and organizes data, allowing users to review past performance and track improvements over time. This historical data is essential for refining technique and equipment choices.
Deliverables
iOS Mobile Application – A fully functional, user-friendly app available on the Apple App Store.
High-Speed Camera Integration – Software leveraging the phone’s high-speed camera for ball tracking.
Advanced Ball Tracking Algorithms – Analysis of ball movement, including speed, spin, and launch angle.
User Interface & Experience Design – Intuitive UI for easy navigation and interaction.
Multiple Camera Settings – Custom presets for different environments:
Indoor Mode
Outdoor (Overcast) Mode
Outdoor (Sunny) Mode
Audio & Visual Feedback – Instant recognition of a valid putt with color indicators and a beep sound.
Data Storage & Management – Automatic saving of images and tracking data in multiple locations:
Device Photos
Quintic Album
Player’s Folder
Customizable Settings – Adjustable parameters such as Composite Delay, Manual Recording, Focus, Shutter Speed, and ISO.