Our new computer controlled robot gives the client complete control over all of the variables in a golfer's swing. Clients can now take actual player's swing characteristics, program them into the computer, and simulate them under controlled conditions.
Club Testing
To test clubs it is recommended to test against competitors in the same market as your product. The shaft flex and loft should be as close as possible. Length and swing weight should also be taken into consideration. Testing consists of comparing clubs by hitting each on the center, toe and heel of the club. Data is then collected on the distance and dispersion characteristics of the club. Off center hit data provides information on the loss of distance and accuracy. In addition, this data can give information on the weighting of the club and its gear effect.
Shaft Testing

Shaft testing is a key part of robotic testing. Through shaft testing, a client can compare the benefits of different types of materials.

The following is a list of programs for shaft testing:
• Tipping procedures for optimum trajectory;
this form of testing is used to determine exactly how a shaft must be tipped in order to optimize the trajectory, carry, and total roll of the golf ball.

• Distance Characteristics;
By testing the club at different speeds the client will be able to see the relationship between the flex characteristics of the shaft and the distance patterns at a set speed. This will enable you to determine the length of a club based on the shaft.

• Dispersion Characteristics;
By testing the club at different speeds the client will be able to see the relationship between the torque characteristics of the shaft and the dispersion patterns at a set speed. This will enable you to determine the accuracy of a club based on the shaft.

• Distance vs. Speed;
Both graphite and steel shafts have a speed range in which they achieve optimum distance and dispersion in relation to the club head. Speed testing will evaluate a shaft's performance at various speeds in order to optimize the club to a speed range.

To test shafts it is recommended that the same heads be used on all of the clubs tested. These heads, and clubs, should be checked for their LOFT, LIE, LENGTH, WEIGHT, BULGE, AND ROLL. It is critical that all of the heads be the same. That way you have isolated the shaft as the variable that you are examining. Once this accomplished we can evaluate the shaft based upon distance (length), dispersion (accuracy), trajectory, and club head speed.
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