US4021035A
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Knee ball exercise game apparatus
Assignee: FEE INTERNATIONAL Ltd
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Filing: 1975-08-01
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Granted: 1977-05-03
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Expires: 1995-08-01
Abstract
Abstract A game apparatus for primary use in exercising which consists of an adjustable waist belt having a plurality of circumferentially disposed hooks for receiving adjustable attachment of a tethered cord supporting a light, resilient ball or similar round object with an inflatable bladder. The tether cord is adjustable as to length in order to be compatible with each user. The hooks on the belt are disposed along the length of the belt.
Inventors
- 👤 Patrick L. O'Hara
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-30 14:47
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63B; A63B69/00; A63B69/0073; A63B69/0079; A63B69/0086; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S273/00; Y10S273/19
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
141 words
a game apparatus which is attachable to the subject user's body to provide exercise and skill usage, comprising in combination: a single belt disposed only around the subject user's waist and including means for releasably fastening the belt around a user's waist, said belt further including a plurality of snap hooks affixed in generally equi-spaced disposition along the entire length for the belt; only one tether cord having a loop means at one end for securement to a selected one of said snap hooks; adjustable clamping means movably secured on said tethered cord to provide adjustment of said loop thereby altering the length of the tethered cord in accordance with the subject user's desire; a sphere constructed of resilient material which is secured to the remaining force end of said tethered cord; and inflatable rubber bladder means disposed within said sphere.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
141 words
a game apparatus which is attachable to the subject user's body to provide exercise and skill usage, comprising in combination: a single belt disposed only around the subject user's waist and including means for releasably fastening the belt around a user's waist, said belt further including a plurality of snap hooks affixed in generally equi-spaced disposition along the entire length for the belt; only one tether cord having a loop means at one end for securement to a selected one of said snap hooks; adjustable clamping means movably secured on said tethered cord to provide adjustment of said loop thereby altering the length of the tethered cord in accordance with the subject user's desire; a sphere constructed of resilient material which is secured to the remaining force end of said tethered cord; and inflatable rubber bladder means disposed within said sphere.
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) | 1980-05-02 | 1980-11-01 | 1981-05-03 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-05-02 | 1984-11-01 | 1985-05-03 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-05-02 | 1988-11-01 | 1989-05-03 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |