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Ball return device
Assignee: Lawrence Peska Associates Inc
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Filing: 1974-08-19
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Granted: 1975-07-22
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Expires: 1994-08-19
Abstract
Abstract A ball return device which comprises a generally concave assembly for receiving a ball such as a golf ball and for directing it back in the general direction from which it came.
Inventors
- 👤 Charles Glenn Shockley
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 20:33
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63B; A63B69/00; A63B69/0097
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
122 words
A ball return device particularly adapted for use in practicing the game of golf comprising: a. a circular loop fabricated from at least two sections of metallic tubing whereby each section represents a portion of the periphery of said loop, each section further including means for inserting one section into the other to form a composite circular loop when assembled, b. a concave canvas member coupled to the periphery of said loop and extending therefrom to form a generally parabolic configuration dimensioned to cause a golf ball impinging thereon in a given direction to return to a point of origin, said canvas member further having a central portion serving as a reflector plate and adapted to return balls which impinge directly thereon.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
122 words
A ball return device particularly adapted for use in practicing the game of golf comprising: a. a circular loop fabricated from at least two sections of metallic tubing whereby each section represents a portion of the periphery of said loop, each section further including means for inserting one section into the other to form a composite circular loop when assembled, b. a concave canvas member coupled to the periphery of said loop and extending therefrom to form a generally parabolic configuration dimensioned to cause a golf ball impinging thereon in a given direction to return to a point of origin, said canvas member further having a central portion serving as a reflector plate and adapted to return balls which impinge directly thereon.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
17 words
The device according to claim 1 wherein said concave canvas member is fabricated from a nylon material.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
38 words
The device according to claim 1 further including a support frame assembly coupled to said canvas member for orienting the same in a direction to maintain said circular loop relatively transverse to a path of a golf ball.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
35 words
The device according to claim 1 further including a reflector plate disposed on two sides of said general concave member for directing a ball arriving outside said circular loop into the confines of said device.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
14 words
The device according to claim 1 wherein said metallic tubing is fabricated from aluminum.
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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) | 1978-07-21 | 1979-01-20 | 1979-07-22 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-07-21 | 1983-01-20 | 1983-07-22 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-07-21 | 1987-01-20 | 1987-07-22 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |