Patents by Inventor Thomas J. Celone

Thomas J. Celone 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: 9662524
    Abstract: A sports training device designed for attachment to the shaft of a swinging sports apparatus, such as a golf club, tennis racket, baseball bat, hockey stick, or any other sports apparatus that is intended to be swung while playing a sport. The training device generally includes a drag panel/chute/airfoil, two (2) distinct connection points to the sports apparatus, and a support rod is disposed between the connection points substantially parallel to the shaft of the sports apparatus and to the length of the drag panel. The connection points include coupling mechanisms (e.g., pipe clips, snap clamps, etc.) that allow for 360° rotation about the sports apparatus. In use, the drag panel provides additional air resistance during the swinging of the sports apparatus.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 29, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2017
    Assignee: CPY 2 LLC
    Inventors: Thomas J. Celone, James Yablonowski, Randall Yablonowski, Cindy Yablonowski
  • Patent number: 9636560
    Abstract: A sports training device attached to the shaft of a swinging sports apparatus, such as a golf club, tennis racket, baseball bat, hockey stick, or other sports apparatus that is intended to be swung while playing a sport. The device includes proximal and distal attachment mechanisms, where the proximal attachment mechanism is disposed at the proximal end of the device and the distal attachment mechanism is disposed between the proximal and distal ends of the device. A stiffener element is disposed at the distal end of the device, and a drag chute is secured to each end of the device. An elongated rod extends along each side of the panel between the proximal attachment mechanism and the stiffener element. The proximal attachment mechanism is secured to the sports apparatus; the distal attachment mechanism is disposed semi-freely around the sports apparatus. The training device rotates about the sports apparatus in synchronization.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 2, 2017
    Assignee: CPY 2 LLC
    Inventors: Thomas J. Celone, James Yablonowski, Randall Yablonowski, Cindy Yablonowski
  • Publication number: 20120258816
    Abstract: A method and a device are disclosed for improving performance in sports where a swinging motion is needed. In some embodiments, a swing resistance device may be attached to or be built into elongated sport apparatus, such as racquets, clubs, bats, sticks, and the like, configured to resist a swinging motion of the sport apparatus by capturing air and utilizing a force of air resistance, similar to a parachute. The swing resistance device is generally attached to the elongated sport apparatus by coupling components that allow the swing resistance device to freely rotate around the effective longitudinal axis of the elongated sport apparatus. During a swing, air resistance creates dynamic forces that over time may improve swing power and path.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 18, 2012
    Publication date: October 11, 2012
    Inventors: Thomas J. Celone, Tim Yablonowski
  • Patent number: 8202204
    Abstract: A method and a device are disclosed for improving performance in sports where a swinging motion is needed. In some embodiments, a swing resistance device may be attached to or be built into elongated sport apparatus, such as racquets, clubs, bats, sticks, and the like, configured to resist a swinging motion of the sport apparatus by capturing air and utilizing a force of air resistance, similar to a parachute. The swing resistance device is generally attached to the elongated sport apparatus by coupling components that allow the swing resistance device to freely rotate around the effective longitudinal axis of the elongated sport apparatus. During a swing, air resistance creates dynamic forces that over time may improve swing power and path.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 26, 2010
    Date of Patent: June 19, 2012
    Inventors: Thomas J. Celone, Tim Yablonowski
  • Publication number: 20110183784
    Abstract: A method and a device are disclosed for improving performance in sports where a swinging motion is needed. In some embodiments, a swing resistance device may be attached to or be built into elongated sport apparatus, such as racquets, clubs, bats, sticks, and the like, configured to resist a swinging motion of the sport apparatus by capturing air and utilizing a force of air resistance, similar to a parachute. The swing resistance device is generally attached to the elongated sport apparatus by coupling components that allow the swing resistance device to freely rotate around the effective longitudinal axis of the elongated sport apparatus. During a swing, air resistance creates dynamic forces that over time may improve swing power and path.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 26, 2010
    Publication date: July 28, 2011
    Inventors: Thomas J. Celone, Tim Yablonowski
  • Patent number: 7762929
    Abstract: The disclosed device is directed toward a golf swing exercise device comprising a body having a first end and a second end opposite the first end. The body includes a resistance section between the first and second ends. A first coupling element is coupled to the body proximate the first end. A second coupling element is coupled to the body proximate the second end. The first coupling element and the second coupling element are configured to rotatably couple the body to a golf club shaft.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 11, 2003
    Date of Patent: July 27, 2010
    Assignee: TC Trust, LLC
    Inventor: Thomas J. Celone