Patents by Inventor George R. Flanigan

George R. Flanigan 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).

  • Apparatus for calculating distance of ball placed in motion by measuring force exerted upon it and launch angle
    Patent number: 7494432
    Abstract: The present invention provides an apparatus for calculating the distance of a ball placed into motion comprising, a means for positioning a ball at a desired height for striking, a means for measuring force exerted upon the ball when struck, a means for measuring launch angle relative to a horizontal playing field which a ball travels upon impact, a means for calculating distance the ball would travel if not restricted using the measured force and launch angle, and a means to display the calculated distance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 4, 2006
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2009
    Inventor: George R. Flanigan
  • Batting tee
    Patent number: 7226372
    Abstract: The present invention provides a batting tee comprising a hollow tubular vertical stand having a first end through which at least one ball can be loaded inside said tubular vertical stand, and a second end, a means for pushing the ball upwardly just above the first end, the pushing means housed within said hollow tubular stand, and a horizontal base plate affixed to the second end portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 3, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2007
    Inventor: George R. Flanigan