US3968875A
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Racket press, cover and ball holder
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1975-02-26
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Granted: 1976-07-13
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Expires: 1995-02-26
Abstract
Abstract A combined racket press, cover, and ball holder is disclosed. The device is a pair of mating members formed of a rigid material disposed to cover the head of the racket. Raised channel members arranged in a trapezoidal configuration are provided to bear against the frame and operate as a press when the members are drawn together by nuts and bolts. A raised flange is provided which forms three annular rims with pockets therein shaped to frictionally engage three tennis balls and hold them.
Inventors
- 👤 Ronald L. Koehnle
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 04:24
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63B; A63B60/00; A63B60/42; A63B60/44; A63B60/56; A63B60/58
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
174 words
A combination racket press, cover, and ball holder comprising, a pair of mating members formed of a relatively rigid non-deformable material, said members each having a racket covering portion and a trapezoidal portion formed integrally therewith, said trapezoidal portion being formed of ribs raised from the cover, said racket covering portions being configured to substantially conform in shape with and to overlie and enclose the head of a racket and the trapezoidal portions being disposed to engage the frame of the racket head when the members are disposed together on the head of the racket, clamping means disposed to draw said members toward each other and cause said trapezoidal portions to exert force against the racket frame, ball holding means formed on the outside surface of one of said members, said ball holding means including an upstanding flange portion, a top surface defining an upper rim, said upper rim having inner edge means defining a tennis ball receiving opening, and an interior portion extending downwardly from said inner edge defining a ball receiving pocket.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
174 words
A combination racket press, cover, and ball holder comprising, a pair of mating members formed of a relatively rigid non-deformable material, said members each having a racket covering portion and a trapezoidal portion formed integrally therewith, said trapezoidal portion being formed of ribs raised from the cover, said racket covering portions being configured to substantially conform in shape with and to overlie and enclose the head of a racket and the trapezoidal portions being disposed to engage the frame of the racket head when the members are disposed together on the head of the racket, clamping means disposed to draw said members toward each other and cause said trapezoidal portions to exert force against the racket frame, ball holding means formed on the outside surface of one of said members, said ball holding means including an upstanding flange portion, a top surface defining an upper rim, said upper rim having inner edge means defining a tennis ball receiving opening, and an interior portion extending downwardly from said inner edge defining a ball receiving pocket.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
22 words
The invention as defined in claim 1 wherein said flange has a cut out portion to allow access to the interior thereof.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
27 words
The invention as defined in claim 2 wherein the cut out portion is in the form of a slot and extends from the top circular opening thereof.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
18 words
The invention as defined in claim 1 wherein the ball holding means includes means for holding three balls.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
25 words
The invention as defined in claim 1 wherein the diameter of the flange at the opening thereof is between about 2.400 inches and 2.500 inches.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
20 words
The invention as defined in claim 1 wherein the diameter of the flange at the opening is about 2.450 inches.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1979-07-13 | 1980-01-12 | 1980-07-13 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-07-13 | 1984-01-12 | 1984-07-13 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-07-13 | 1988-01-12 | 1988-07-13 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |