US4192506A
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Racquet safety device
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1978-06-13
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Granted: 1980-03-11
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Expires: 1998-06-13
Abstract
Abstract The head portion of the frame of a racquet is provided with a conforming cover of a cushioning material or resilient pad extending around and embracing the periphery of the head, in order to minimize the possibility of injury during play.
Inventors
- 👤 Anthony A. Sofia
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-06 05:20
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63B; A63B49/00; A63B49/02; A63B49/14; A63B60/00; A63B60/52; A63B60/54
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
140 words
In combination, a racquet and a safet device mounted thereon, said racquet comprising a head comprising a frame surrounding a striking surface, and a handle extending away from the head, said safety device comprising an elongate member of compressible foam material of constant cross section having a rounded outer impact surface and sufficient thickness to substantially absorb impacts, said member having an inner channel conforming to the shape of the racquet frame and having shoulders on each side overlapping the sides of the racquet frame, said device extending around a portion of the racquet head and terminating at each end short of the handle, said shoulders being spaced away from the striking surface of the racquet to avoid interference therewith, and adhesive means between the channel of the member and racquet frame for removably securing said member to said frame.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
140 words
In combination, a racquet and a safet device mounted thereon, said racquet comprising a head comprising a frame surrounding a striking surface, and a handle extending away from the head, said safety device comprising an elongate member of compressible foam material of constant cross section having a rounded outer impact surface and sufficient thickness to substantially absorb impacts, said member having an inner channel conforming to the shape of the racquet frame and having shoulders on each side overlapping the sides of the racquet frame, said device extending around a portion of the racquet head and terminating at each end short of the handle, said shoulders being spaced away from the striking surface of the racquet to avoid interference therewith, and adhesive means between the channel of the member and racquet frame for removably securing said member to said frame.
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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) | 1983-03-11 | 1983-09-10 | 1984-03-11 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1987-03-11 | 1987-09-10 | 1988-03-11 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1991-03-11 | 1991-09-10 | 1992-03-11 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |