US20160250533A1 - Modular Paddle - Google Patents
Modular Paddle Download PDFInfo
- Publication number
- US20160250533A1 US20160250533A1 US15/011,075 US201615011075A US2016250533A1 US 20160250533 A1 US20160250533 A1 US 20160250533A1 US 201615011075 A US201615011075 A US 201615011075A US 2016250533 A1 US2016250533 A1 US 2016250533A1
- Authority
- US
- United States
- Prior art keywords
- frame
- handle
- paddle
- nut mechanism
- composite
- Prior art date
- Legal status (The legal status is an assumption and is not a legal conclusion. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation as to the accuracy of the status listed.)
- Abandoned
Links
Images
Classifications
-
- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
- A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
- A63B59/00—Bats, rackets, or the like, not covered by groups A63B49/00 - A63B57/00
- A63B59/40—Rackets or the like with flat striking surfaces for hitting a ball in the air, e.g. for table tennis
- A63B59/42—Rackets or the like with flat striking surfaces for hitting a ball in the air, e.g. for table tennis with solid surfaces
- A63B59/45—Rubber parts thereof; characterised by bonding between a rubber part and the racket body
-
- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
- A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
- A63B59/00—Bats, rackets, or the like, not covered by groups A63B49/00 - A63B57/00
- A63B59/40—Rackets or the like with flat striking surfaces for hitting a ball in the air, e.g. for table tennis
- A63B59/42—Rackets or the like with flat striking surfaces for hitting a ball in the air, e.g. for table tennis with solid surfaces
-
- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
- A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
- A63B2102/00—Application of clubs, bats, rackets or the like to the sporting activity ; particular sports involving the use of balls and clubs, bats, rackets, or the like
- A63B2102/08—Paddle tennis, padel tennis or platform tennis
-
- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
- A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
- A63B60/00—Details or accessories of golf clubs, bats, rackets or the like
- A63B60/06—Handles
-
- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
- A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
- A63B60/00—Details or accessories of golf clubs, bats, rackets or the like
- A63B60/42—Devices for measuring, verifying, correcting or customising the inherent characteristics of golf clubs, bats, rackets or the like, e.g. measuring the maximum torque a batting shaft can withstand
Definitions
- the shape allows for more efficient use of materials from suppliers, reducing cost and increasing supply.
Abstract
A modular paddle with a plastic frame structure, composite insert unit, tension brace, coupling bolt and nut mechanism, molded handle insert, and rolled rubber grip.
Description
- This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent application 62/109,383 filed Jan. 29, 2015.
- This disclosure relates to sport paddles and to particular modular paddles and methods for making same.
- Sport paddle, such as Pickle Ball paddles are typically made as a unit, with no selectability in the assembly process for custom features and materials.
- What is disclosed is method for building sport paddles, such as Pickle Ball paddles, and examples of such paddles are articles of manufacture, all with a high degree of selectability in the assembly process for custom features and material.
- Basic elements of the disclosed modular paddle are:
- 1. Plastic “Frame” Structure
- 2. Composite “Insert Unit”
- 3. Tension Brace
- 4. Coupling Bolt and Nut mechanism
- 5. Molded Handle Insert
- 6. Rolled Rubber Grip (like a Golf Pride grip)
- The concept centers around an extruded plastic “Frame”, like the frame of a pair of glasses. It is rigid in design and consistency and has an internal groove that holds a rigid piece of material inside, like glasses hold the lens.
- The frame is generally one piece with a special hole drilled at the base of the large top section to allow for a “coupling nut mechanism” to be placed, that is tightened to hold the upper material secure.
- The bottom portion of the frame also has an internal groove to hold a molded plastic handle, designed with ridges to fit into the groove. Another hole and tension coupling nut run through the bottom of the frame to hold the handle shape secure and to tighten the frame. The frame has special holes to hold a screw mechanism to tighten the frame around the inside material and to tighten the frame around the handle shape.
- Different types of material composite “inserts” are selectably interchangeable with the frame, giving the user different types of playing surfaces, weights and composite cores to use. The inserts are sold separately and work with any frame within the disclosed design.
- The user can easily change out different inserts depending on the type of surface needed for indoor, outdoor, or for personal preference.
- Without the handle portion being made of composite materials, the shape allows for more efficient use of materials from suppliers, reducing cost and increasing supply.
- The surface material fits into the groves within the frame and is held tight with the tension coupling bolts.
- Conventional paddle manufacturers include the handle as part of the composite shape. The disclosed method and design allows for more efficient use of materials.
- The coupling nut mechanism provides tension to the structure of the frame to secure the surface material and handle securely to the frame.
- A stabilization brace with deep internal groove fits securely inside the frame. The coupling nut mechanism allows for tension to be applied to the frame. Top coupling nut secures the brace to frame.
- The handle is made of extracted plastic with ridges to fit into the frame groves. A hole is drilled to coincide with the holes in the frame where the coupling bolts are placed.
- The stabilization brace has a deep internal groove, and the handle core is made of extruded plastic and has corresponding ridges to fit into the grooves of the frame. It also has a hole drilled through corresponding with the frame “coupling bolt” mechanism. Rubber “Rolled” Grip:
- The player is enabled to selectably choose from a variety of grips designed to fit perfectly over the extruded handle. The grip materials are generally conventional golf grip material that is available in a variety of surfaces, sizes and weights. The user is able to change grips easily and frequently. The rubber grip fits over the extruded plastic handle within the frame.
-
FIG. 1 is an exploded diagram of the disclosed paddle design. - In
FIG. 1 ,modular paddle 10 hasplastic frame structure 1,composite insert unit 2,tension brace 3, coupling bolt andnut mechanism 4, molded handle insert 5, and rolledrubber grip 6. - In compliance with the statute, the invention has been described in language more or less specific as to structural features. It is to be understood, however, that the invention is not limited to the specific features shown, since the means and construction shown comprise preferred forms of putting the invention into effect. The invention is, therefore, claimed in any of its forms or modifications within the legitimate and valid scope of the appended claims, appropriately interpreted in accordance with the doctrine of equivalents.
Claims (1)
1. A modular paddle comprising:
plastic frame structure, composite insert unit, tension brace, coupling bolt and nut mechanism, molded handle insert, and rolled rubber grip.
Priority Applications (1)
Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
---|---|---|---|
US15/011,075 US20160250533A1 (en) | 2015-01-29 | 2016-01-29 | Modular Paddle |
Applications Claiming Priority (2)
Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
---|---|---|---|
US201562109383P | 2015-01-29 | 2015-01-29 | |
US15/011,075 US20160250533A1 (en) | 2015-01-29 | 2016-01-29 | Modular Paddle |
Publications (1)
Publication Number | Publication Date |
---|---|
US20160250533A1 true US20160250533A1 (en) | 2016-09-01 |
Family
ID=56798605
Family Applications (1)
Application Number | Title | Priority Date | Filing Date |
---|---|---|---|
US15/011,075 Abandoned US20160250533A1 (en) | 2015-01-29 | 2016-01-29 | Modular Paddle |
Country Status (1)
Country | Link |
---|---|
US (1) | US20160250533A1 (en) |
Cited By (13)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
---|---|---|---|---|
US20160107053A1 (en) * | 2014-10-17 | 2016-04-21 | Todd Pree | Pickleball paddle |
US20160243416A1 (en) * | 2015-02-24 | 2016-08-25 | Jules Apatini | Progressive weighted aerobic ping pong exercise racquet |
US20170348573A1 (en) * | 2017-08-07 | 2017-12-07 | Jiebao Zhou | Table tennis racket rubber and wood staggered stack handle design |
US20180104555A1 (en) * | 2016-10-19 | 2018-04-19 | Charles E. Taylor | Pickleball paddle and method |
USD877996S1 (en) * | 2017-08-27 | 2020-03-10 | James Richard Douglas | Truck wash paddle |
USD910788S1 (en) * | 2019-07-06 | 2021-02-16 | Minchong Gong | Racket |
USD910787S1 (en) * | 2019-07-06 | 2021-02-16 | Minchong Gong | Racket |
USD917641S1 (en) * | 2019-08-30 | 2021-04-27 | Dongguan Xinshuo Composite Material Technology Co., Ltd. | Racket |
US20210260452A1 (en) * | 2021-01-25 | 2021-08-26 | Dongguan Xinshuo Composite Material Technology Co., Ltd. | Multilayer composite pickleball racket |
USD938530S1 (en) * | 2020-04-13 | 2021-12-14 | Dongguan Mingxuan Tanxianwei Technology Co., Ltd | Racket |
USD994059S1 (en) * | 2023-04-17 | 2023-08-01 | Benfang Jin | Pickleball paddle |
USD999857S1 (en) * | 2022-01-10 | 2023-09-26 | Dongguan Xinghe Sports Goods Co., Ltd. | Pickleball racket |
US11925843B1 (en) * | 2022-12-03 | 2024-03-12 | Reload Technologies, Inc. | Playing implement for a paddle for facilitating playing with the paddle |
Citations (21)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
---|---|---|---|---|
US2969984A (en) * | 1958-01-20 | 1961-01-31 | Michael C Presnick | Racquet |
US3891211A (en) * | 1974-06-13 | 1975-06-24 | Peter C Diefenbach | Tennis racket with interchangeable string frame |
US4052060A (en) * | 1976-04-27 | 1977-10-04 | Lawrence Peska Assoc., Inc. | Break down game racket |
US4077627A (en) * | 1976-05-19 | 1978-03-07 | Cheatham Guy R | Tennis racket with detachable handle |
US4135717A (en) * | 1975-04-14 | 1979-01-23 | Dileo Philip F | Tennis racquet with insert |
US4139194A (en) * | 1976-06-08 | 1979-02-13 | Fischer Gesellschaft M.B.H. | Racket for striking a ball |
US4149721A (en) * | 1977-05-09 | 1979-04-17 | Strickland Gordon E | Replaceable grip piece for racket |
US4274634A (en) * | 1979-09-21 | 1981-06-23 | Nando Berluti | Tennis rackets |
USRE31224E (en) * | 1976-10-15 | 1983-05-03 | Leach Industries, Inc. | Metal-plastic composite racquet |
US4550909A (en) * | 1980-06-27 | 1985-11-05 | Reinhold Sommer | Tennis racket frame |
US4915382A (en) * | 1988-06-06 | 1990-04-10 | Madsen Erik H | Compactible tennis racquet |
US4988100A (en) * | 1989-04-03 | 1991-01-29 | Shu Donald G C | Tennis racket with separable head and handle assembly |
US5249799A (en) * | 1992-07-24 | 1993-10-05 | Chang Chen Chung | Racket including a metal reinforced throat section |
US5413335A (en) * | 1994-03-31 | 1995-05-09 | Braun; Joseph M. | Interchangeable racquet component system |
US5749574A (en) * | 1996-06-07 | 1998-05-12 | Curtis; Stephen | Collapsible sports racquet |
US5759122A (en) * | 1997-05-27 | 1998-06-02 | Yu; Chian-Ping | Racket for a ball catching game |
US6485381B1 (en) * | 2001-10-01 | 2002-11-26 | Chin-Dong Pai | Handle and neck for a racket |
US20030054907A1 (en) * | 2001-09-17 | 2003-03-20 | Soo Ha Woong | Multi-purpose racket |
US20080227562A1 (en) * | 2007-03-14 | 2008-09-18 | Eaton Corporation | Changeable golf grip |
US20110287876A1 (en) * | 2010-05-24 | 2011-11-24 | Demasi Gary M | Tennis racquet with replaceable playing surface |
US20160339312A1 (en) * | 2015-05-18 | 2016-11-24 | Mark Bonfigli | Adjustable sports paddle |
-
2016
- 2016-01-29 US US15/011,075 patent/US20160250533A1/en not_active Abandoned
Patent Citations (21)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
---|---|---|---|---|
US2969984A (en) * | 1958-01-20 | 1961-01-31 | Michael C Presnick | Racquet |
US3891211A (en) * | 1974-06-13 | 1975-06-24 | Peter C Diefenbach | Tennis racket with interchangeable string frame |
US4135717A (en) * | 1975-04-14 | 1979-01-23 | Dileo Philip F | Tennis racquet with insert |
US4052060A (en) * | 1976-04-27 | 1977-10-04 | Lawrence Peska Assoc., Inc. | Break down game racket |
US4077627A (en) * | 1976-05-19 | 1978-03-07 | Cheatham Guy R | Tennis racket with detachable handle |
US4139194A (en) * | 1976-06-08 | 1979-02-13 | Fischer Gesellschaft M.B.H. | Racket for striking a ball |
USRE31224E (en) * | 1976-10-15 | 1983-05-03 | Leach Industries, Inc. | Metal-plastic composite racquet |
US4149721A (en) * | 1977-05-09 | 1979-04-17 | Strickland Gordon E | Replaceable grip piece for racket |
US4274634A (en) * | 1979-09-21 | 1981-06-23 | Nando Berluti | Tennis rackets |
US4550909A (en) * | 1980-06-27 | 1985-11-05 | Reinhold Sommer | Tennis racket frame |
US4915382A (en) * | 1988-06-06 | 1990-04-10 | Madsen Erik H | Compactible tennis racquet |
US4988100A (en) * | 1989-04-03 | 1991-01-29 | Shu Donald G C | Tennis racket with separable head and handle assembly |
US5249799A (en) * | 1992-07-24 | 1993-10-05 | Chang Chen Chung | Racket including a metal reinforced throat section |
US5413335A (en) * | 1994-03-31 | 1995-05-09 | Braun; Joseph M. | Interchangeable racquet component system |
US5749574A (en) * | 1996-06-07 | 1998-05-12 | Curtis; Stephen | Collapsible sports racquet |
US5759122A (en) * | 1997-05-27 | 1998-06-02 | Yu; Chian-Ping | Racket for a ball catching game |
US20030054907A1 (en) * | 2001-09-17 | 2003-03-20 | Soo Ha Woong | Multi-purpose racket |
US6485381B1 (en) * | 2001-10-01 | 2002-11-26 | Chin-Dong Pai | Handle and neck for a racket |
US20080227562A1 (en) * | 2007-03-14 | 2008-09-18 | Eaton Corporation | Changeable golf grip |
US20110287876A1 (en) * | 2010-05-24 | 2011-11-24 | Demasi Gary M | Tennis racquet with replaceable playing surface |
US20160339312A1 (en) * | 2015-05-18 | 2016-11-24 | Mark Bonfigli | Adjustable sports paddle |
Cited By (14)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
---|---|---|---|---|
US20160107053A1 (en) * | 2014-10-17 | 2016-04-21 | Todd Pree | Pickleball paddle |
US20160243416A1 (en) * | 2015-02-24 | 2016-08-25 | Jules Apatini | Progressive weighted aerobic ping pong exercise racquet |
US10166447B2 (en) * | 2015-02-24 | 2019-01-01 | Jules Apatini | Progressive weighted aerobic ping pong exercise racquet |
US20180104555A1 (en) * | 2016-10-19 | 2018-04-19 | Charles E. Taylor | Pickleball paddle and method |
US20170348573A1 (en) * | 2017-08-07 | 2017-12-07 | Jiebao Zhou | Table tennis racket rubber and wood staggered stack handle design |
USD877996S1 (en) * | 2017-08-27 | 2020-03-10 | James Richard Douglas | Truck wash paddle |
USD910788S1 (en) * | 2019-07-06 | 2021-02-16 | Minchong Gong | Racket |
USD910787S1 (en) * | 2019-07-06 | 2021-02-16 | Minchong Gong | Racket |
USD917641S1 (en) * | 2019-08-30 | 2021-04-27 | Dongguan Xinshuo Composite Material Technology Co., Ltd. | Racket |
USD938530S1 (en) * | 2020-04-13 | 2021-12-14 | Dongguan Mingxuan Tanxianwei Technology Co., Ltd | Racket |
US20210260452A1 (en) * | 2021-01-25 | 2021-08-26 | Dongguan Xinshuo Composite Material Technology Co., Ltd. | Multilayer composite pickleball racket |
USD999857S1 (en) * | 2022-01-10 | 2023-09-26 | Dongguan Xinghe Sports Goods Co., Ltd. | Pickleball racket |
US11925843B1 (en) * | 2022-12-03 | 2024-03-12 | Reload Technologies, Inc. | Playing implement for a paddle for facilitating playing with the paddle |
USD994059S1 (en) * | 2023-04-17 | 2023-08-01 | Benfang Jin | Pickleball paddle |
Similar Documents
Publication | Publication Date | Title |
---|---|---|
US20160250533A1 (en) | Modular Paddle | |
US8753227B1 (en) | Golf club weight screws | |
US8936514B2 (en) | Golf club | |
US20160016057A1 (en) | Counterweight assembly | |
USD876557S1 (en) | Exercising apparatus | |
TWM386150U (en) | Flexible grip for an implement handle | |
US9150288B2 (en) | Surfboard having interchangeable tail extensions | |
WO2011056376A3 (en) | Golf club with regrind material | |
WO2006071606A3 (en) | Adjustable weight putter | |
US9162346B2 (en) | Multiple size socket | |
KR20160107460A (en) | the adjustable golf club | |
US20170304698A1 (en) | Oval Compression Unit for Interchangeable Golf Grip | |
KR20140001727U (en) | golf grip with nut inside | |
KR20140030714A (en) | Length control racket | |
US9108091B1 (en) | Golf club weight screws | |
MX2017009067A (en) | Hexalobular fastener drive tool with shroud. | |
CN203566596U (en) | Hand tool with extension and retraction functions | |
Levy et al. | Denver Botanic Gardens Research and Conservation Field Work Metadata Dictionary | |
US20160279842A1 (en) | Manufacturing stesp for hand tool | |
US20150266166A1 (en) | Compact Socket | |
CN205994986U (en) | A kind of quick-changing type table tennis bat | |
CN106903640A (en) | Golf clubs is with interchangeable screw hand handle | |
CN204655880U (en) | Ball float training aids | |
FI122413B (en) | Procedure for hand clamps | |
JP2011012474A (en) | Fixing device |
Legal Events
Date | Code | Title | Description |
---|---|---|---|
STCB | Information on status: application discontinuation |
Free format text: ABANDONED -- FAILURE TO RESPOND TO AN OFFICE ACTION |