Patents Examined by Carnien D. White
  • Patent number: 6582330
    Abstract: The electronic football of the present invention is capable of calculating various throwing statistics. The electronic football includes a start switch in communication with a timer means that starts when the start switch is released approximately simultaneously when the football is thrown. Upon impact, an impact switch triggers the timer to stop, thereby providing the total flight time. The electronic football further includes a pressure sensor positioned in an opening in the forward section of the football for measuring the air pressure when the football is thrown. The pressure readings are received by a microprocessor, which calculates the various throwing statistics. The throwing statistics may further be displayed on a display screen or emitted through a speaker.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 4, 2001
    Date of Patent: June 24, 2003
    Assignee: Rehco, LLC
    Inventors: Steven Rehkemper, Michael Kass, Bret Gould