Patents by Inventor Leon V. deBruin

Leon V. deBruin has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 10994175
    Abstract: An enclosure for aiding a user in learning how to repeatedly bounce a ball upward off a club generally comprises an upright side wall surrounding a confined space; the side wall having a front and a middle portion that is vertical and mechanically reflective, and an opening in the front of the wall for insertion of the club and dimensioned for allowing a user to manipulate the club. Many types of balls and bats could be used. For example, a golf ball and golf club can be used with an enclosure dimensioned to facilitate learning to bounce a golf ball. A combination includes a ball, a club, and enclosure. A method includes acquiring the ball, club, and enclosure; inserting the club into the confined space; upwardly propelling the ball from the club; and attempting to repetitively bounce the ball on the club within the enclosure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 2, 2019
    Date of Patent: May 4, 2021
    Inventor: Leon V. deBruin