Abstract: Disclosed herein is a game ball, such as a golf ball, having an indicia formed from a UV curable ink. An ink composition and a method for applying an indicia to a game ball also are disclosed. The UV curable ink has excellent pad transfer properties and durability.

Abstract: A two-piece golf ball of improved playing characteristics comprisinga core having a weight of substantially 34.4 grams anda cover having a weight of substantially 11.1 grams. The ball has a total weight of no more than 46.0 grams and a dimple pattern covering at least 70.0% of the surface of the ball.

Abstract: A golf club head including a striking face comprising a recessed area in the striking face and an insert secured in the recessed area. The insert has at least one cavity therein with the cavity terminating short of the outer striking face.

Abstract: An object with a hologram image and method of fabrication comprising a first outermost layer. Such first layer has an exterior surface and an interior surface. The first layer is formed of a coating with a diffraction grating on its interior most surface. The first layer is coated with a solution, either solvent or water born, and is of a transparent material which is an ultraviolet stabilized polymer. The material of the first layer is an acrylic polymer, preferably polyurethane and constitutes a flexible metalized sheet. A second layer has an exterior surface and an interior surface. The second layer is formed of a reflective layer of aluminum deposit vacuum. A third innermost layer has an exterior surface and an interior surface. The third layer is formed of hot melt adhesive.

Abstract: A mesh pacifier including a shield comprised of a peripheral rim dimensioned for surrounding a mouth of a baby. A nipple portion extends forwardly from the shield. A handle portion extends rearwardly from the shield. A mesh membrane couples with respect to the peripheral rim of the shield.

Abstract: In a playyard of the type having a frame with an upper rail assembly positionable in a horizontal orientation, the frame also including a lower rail assembly positionable in a horizontal orientation beneath the upper rail assembly, the frame also including four vertically extending corner rails with fixed upper and lower corner brackets pivotally coupled to the upper rail assembly and to the lower rail assembly, the playyard also having vertical fabric panels between the upper and lower frame assembly and a horizontal floor panel coupled to the lower extent of the vertical fabric panels and a support for the lower floor panel including a plurality of straps stitched to the lower surface of the floor panel and secured with respect to the lower frame assembly.

Abstract: A hinge positioned at the intermediate extents of the adjacent rail components to hold such components in an aligned orientation including a saddle with a central button aperture, interior plate apertures and exterior end apertures with associated rail pins for pivotally coupling the saddle and the adjacent interior ends of associated rail components, a pair of locking plates each with a plate pin coupling the upper end of each plate to a plate aperture of the saddle, each plate having an opening extending therethrough the plates urged away from each other, a liftable button with an elongated slot and with an associated button pin for slidably coupling the button to the saddle, the button having inclined bearing surfaces on their edges and an inwardly facing projection located at the adjacent interior edge of each adjacent rod segment, each projection having an upper curved surface and a lower planar surface receivable by the bearing opening.

Abstract: A hgh-visbility inflated game ball such as a basketball, football, soccer ball, volleyball or the like. The game ball includes a central inflated portion and a metallocene catalyzed polyolefin cover formed over the central inflated portion. In one embodiment, the cover has fluorescent pigment, fluorescent dye, and/or optical brighteners incorporated therein in order to impart to the cover a reflectance of at least 75% in at least a part of the visible spectrum. In another embodiment, reflective metallic particles are incorporated in addition to, or in place of the pigment, dye and optical brightener in order to add a glittery appearance to the ball cover. The particularly preferred game ball of the invention is a basketball. The game ball is particularly useful at dusk when conventional basketballs of a dull orange color become difficult to see.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a three wheeled stroller which is adapted for use in transporting an infant. The stroller includes a collapsible frame structure and a seat which is adapted to be secured thereto. This frame structure is both laterally collapsible and foldable to facilitate the storage and transportation of the stroller. Both the collapsing and the folding can be initiated by way of an upper lock assembly positioned adjacent the handles of the frame. A series of straps are also included for the purpose of adjusting the seat back of the stroller.

Abstract: A golf ball of improved playing characteristics weighing no more than 1.62 ounces and having a core and cover, a mean outside diameter of between 1.73 inches and 1.75 inches, a cover thickness of 0.125 inches or greater and a cover hardness of Shore D60 or greater.

Abstract: A golf ball having an octahedral pattern about its surface with four identical quadrants in each hemisphere. Each quadrant includes a circular area which fills the quadrant as completely as possible without crossing the quadrant boundaries. A dimple is located at each pole. Each circular area is substantially filled with dimples and the remaining interstitial areas between the circular areas and the poles are substantially filled with dimples while leaving a dimple free equatorial line.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to improved molded golf ball core constructions and methods for improving the molded golf ball core construction. The molded golf ball comprises a molded spherical core having a soft skin integral therewith, and a cover molded over the core. The soft skin is formed by controlling exothermic molding temperatures. A slug is placed in a mold cavity which is then closed. A steam set point is set, and steam is applied for a 25-30 minute period such that a maximum mold temperature exceeds the steam set point. In the alternative, the core surface may be softened by first immersing a slug in water prior to subjecting the slug to conventional molding conditions.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a golf ball comprising a soft core and a hard cover to produce a resulting molded golf ball having a reduced spin rate. The golf ball of the present invention has an enlarged diameter which serves to further reduce spin rate. The resulting golf ball exhibits properties of reduced spin without sacrificing durability, playability and resilience.The two piece golf balls of the invention consist of a molded solid core comprising a diene polymer having a Riehle compression of at least 0.075 and a cover comprising at least one ionomer resin and having a Shore D hardness of at least 65, and the spin rate of said golf ball being not greater than 7541 revolutions per minute (rpm) when struck with a No. 9 iron at a head speed of 105 feet per second and a launch angle of 26 to 34 degrees.