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US3655190A
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Tethered ball with cord lengthening means
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1970-04-23
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Granted: 1972-04-11
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Expires: 1990-04-23
Abstract
Abstract An amusement device in the form of a light ball fastened to an elastic cord and a hand grip for holding the outer end of the cord and a supply of additional cord. Circular movement of the hand and wrist will cause the ball to swing in a circular or elliptical path and the user attempts to keep the ball moving by hitting it, either with his hand or with a paddle, every time the ball swings toward him.
Inventors
- 👤 George E Lemon
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-09 04:54
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63B; A63B67/00; A63B67/10; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S273/00; Y10S273/21
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
106 words
An amusement device, comprising: a grip having a cylindrical body portion and a pair of arms projecting substantially parallel to one another from opposite ends of the body portion, the length of the body portion being slightly greater than the width Of a human hand; a leg projecting from one end of the body portion of the grip in angled relation to the longitudinal axis thereof; a hollow tubular guide member secured to the outer end of the leg; a lightweight ball; and a length of cord fastened to the ball, extending through the guide member, and secured to one of the arms of the grip.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
106 words
An amusement device, comprising: a grip having a cylindrical body portion and a pair of arms projecting substantially parallel to one another from opposite ends of the body portion, the length of the body portion being slightly greater than the width Of a human hand; a leg projecting from one end of the body portion of the grip in angled relation to the longitudinal axis thereof; a hollow tubular guide member secured to the outer end of the leg; a lightweight ball; and a length of cord fastened to the ball, extending through the guide member, and secured to one of the arms of the grip.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
42 words
The amusement device according to claim 1 wherein the arms terminate in end portions directed toward one another and further including a supply of additional cord wound on a tubular core, the core being retained between the end portions of the arms.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
33 words
The amusement device according to claim 2 wherein the arms are formed of a resilient material and are forced apart by the core to clampingly engage the core and prevent free rotation thereof.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1975-04-11 | 1975-10-11 | 1976-04-11 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-04-11 | 1979-10-11 | 1980-04-11 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-04-11 | 1983-10-11 | 1984-04-11 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |