Auburn, Alabama Patent of the Year – 2024/2025
Tennibot Inc. has been awarded the 2024/2025 Patent of the Year for revolutionizing solo tennis training. Their invention, detailed in U.S. Patent No. 12102902, titled ‘Autonomous ball machines’, features an autonomous tennis assistant system that combines real-time player tracking with smart ball delivery.
This robotic platform determines a player’s exact position on the court, calculates a precise target location, and launches balls with pinpoint accuracy. It uses sensors and image data to adapt dynamically, delivering balls at the right speed and trajectory based on where the player is moving. This transforms tennis practice into an interactive, responsive experience—without needing a coach or partner.
The system includes a mobile ball-ejecting robot that navigates the court on its own, guided by a controller and multiple vantage points from external cameras. Players can train with high intensity while the robot keeps pace, reacting to shifts in movement and adjusting its delivery in real time.
This patent pushes the boundaries of athletic automation, merging robotics, computer vision, and machine learning to support players of all levels. Tennibot’s innovation doesn’t just improve convenience—it enhances how athletes develop skill, precision, and endurance during practice.
With this award-winning invention, Tennibot Inc. cements its role as a pioneer in smart sports technology, making advanced tennis training more accessible, efficient, and engaging.