Patents by Inventor James D. Martell
James D. Martell 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).
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Publication number: 20240115915Abstract: Embodiments of a strap assembly system for a golf bag are described herein. The strap assembly system can be converted between a single-strap configuration or a double-strap configuration. The strap assembly system comprises a first strap, a second strap, and a back puck. The back puck comprises first and second attachment openings for securing the first strap. The back puck further comprises first and second side openings that define a linear pathway and are configured to receive the second strap. The second strap can move freely along the linear pathway.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 18, 2023Publication date: April 11, 2024Inventor: James D. Martell
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Patent number: 11925842Abstract: A golf bag with a removable snap-in strap system wherein the strap system comprises a set of heterogeneous connectors that fasten a set straps to the golf bag. The connectors are able to accommodate the dominant hand of the user through a variety of heterogeneous configurations of the connectors, including geometry, ability to angle the straps, and surface area. These configurations allow the straps to create more arm space for the user, an easier assembly to a corresponding divider top, and equal distribution of weight across the straps, thereby, promoting comfort and balance for the user.Type: GrantFiled: December 1, 2021Date of Patent: March 12, 2024Assignee: KARSTEN MANUFACTURING CORPORATIONInventors: James D. Martell, Jason S. Milligan
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Patent number: 11911673Abstract: Described herein is a golf bag with a collapsible pocket assembly. The golf bag can comprise a first pocket, a second pocket, and a third pocket, wherein the third pocket comprises a wall. The third pocket wall can comprise a first region and a second region, wherein the first region of the third pocket wall is the same wall as at least one of the sidewalls of the second pocket. When shipping golf bags, the golf bag flats oftentimes must be shipped separately from the golf bag tops. The instant golf bag can be collapsed for shipping, allowing the golf bag tops to be partially installed onto the golf bag flats prior to shipping, reducing shipping and assembly labor costs.Type: GrantFiled: July 17, 2020Date of Patent: February 27, 2024Assignee: Karsten Manufacturing CorporationInventors: James D. Martell, Brian J. McGuire, Jason S. Milligan
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Publication number: 20240050821Abstract: Described herein is a golf bag with a sub-assembly and a stand assembly that together form a carry bag. The sub-assembly can comprise a divider top, a base, a divider sleeve, one or more stays that secure the base to the divider top, and a flat. The stand assembly can comprise a pair of legs, a spring, a pair of brackets for attaching the spring to the legs, and a pair of leg end cap protectors. When strapped to a golf cart, a golf bag can rub against portions of the cart, wearing paint off the legs. The instant golf bag comprises leg end cap protectors that can prevent wear on an upper portion of the legs. Furthermore, the stand assembly can be shipped disconnected from the sub-assembly to allow the sub-assembly to collapse and reduce shipping box size.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 17, 2023Publication date: February 15, 2024Inventors: James D. Martell, John Loudenslager, Brian McGuire, Ryan Bruce, David A. Higdon, Jason S. Milligan
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Patent number: 11857853Abstract: Embodiments of a strap assembly system for a golf bag are described herein. The strap assembly system can be converted between a single-strap configuration or a double-strap configuration. The strap assembly system comprises a first strap, a second strap, and a back puck. The back puck comprises first and second attachment openings for securing the first strap. The back puck further comprises first and second side openings that define a linear pathway and are configured to receive the second strap. The second strap can move freely along the linear pathway.Type: GrantFiled: December 12, 2022Date of Patent: January 2, 2024Assignee: Karsten Manufacturing CorporationInventor: James D. Martell
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Publication number: 20230413956Abstract: The present disclosure is related to a snap system including a mating component and a snap component that connect by means of a snap fit or otherwise. The mating component simplifies the assembly process by combining a structural component and an attachment point. The snap component is associated with a removable component that mates with the attachment point of the mating component. The snap system includes a mating component that combines a structural component to secure a material and an attachment point to secure a snap component. The design of the structural component allows the mating component to be used with a variety of materials having a variable thickness. The mating component is a versatile feature as the structural component self-adjusts to the thickness of the material provided. The snap system decreases the amount of components necessary for manufacturing which may decrease the cost and improve the visual appeal.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 1, 2023Publication date: December 28, 2023Inventor: James D. Martell
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Patent number: 11786790Abstract: Described herein is a golf bag with a sub-assembly and a stand assembly that together form a carry bag. The sub-assembly can comprise a divider top, a base, a divider sleeve, one or more stays that secure the base to the divider top, and a flat. The stand assembly can comprise a pair of legs, a spring, a pair of brackets for attaching the spring to the legs, and a pair of leg end cap protectors. When strapped to a golf cart, a golf bag can rub against portions of the cart, wearing paint off the legs. The instant golf bag comprises leg end cap protectors that can prevent wear on an upper portion of the legs. Furthermore, the stand assembly can be shipped disconnected from the sub-assembly to allow the sub-assembly to collapse and reduce shipping box size.Type: GrantFiled: March 19, 2020Date of Patent: October 17, 2023Assignee: KARSTEN MANUFACTURING CORPORATIONInventors: James D. Martell, John Loudenslager, Brian McGuire, Ryan Bruce, David A. Higdon, Jason S. Milligan
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Patent number: 11758989Abstract: The present disclosure is related to a snap system including a mating component and a snap component that connect by means of a snap fit or otherwise. The mating component simplifies the assembly process by combining a structural component and an attachment point. The snap component is associated with a removable component that mates with the attachment point of the mating component. The snap system includes a mating component that combines a structural component to secure a material and an attachment point to secure a snap component. The design of the structural component allows the mating component to be used with a variety of materials having a variable thickness. The mating component is a versatile feature as the structural component self-adjusts to the thickness of the material provided. The snap system decreases the amount of components necessary for manufacturing, which may decrease the cost, as well as improve the visual appeal.Type: GrantFiled: November 4, 2021Date of Patent: September 19, 2023Assignee: Karsten Manufacturing CorporationInventor: James D. Martell
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Publication number: 20230109765Abstract: A rolling luggage bag includes a cover fixedly coupled to a base, the base including a first side opposite a second side and a bottom face extending there between, wherein the cover comprises a plurality of panels, arranged in a direction away from the base, wherein the plurality of panels defines an interior chamber, a first wheel and a second wheel coupled to the base, the first and second wheels configured to rotate about an axis of rotation and separated by a first distance along the axis of rotation, at least a portion of each of the first and second wheels projecting from the first side and from the bottom face, and a third wheel and a fourth wheel coupled to the bottom face, the third and fourth wheels configured to independently swivel about a respective swivel axis and separated by a second distance extending between the swivel axes. When the rolling luggage is in an upright position, the first, second, third, and fourth wheels all contact a surface the luggage bag stands on.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 14, 2022Publication date: April 13, 2023Inventors: Brian J. McGuire, Ryan J. Bruce, James D. Martell
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Publication number: 20230106051Abstract: Embodiments of a strap assembly system for a golf bag are described herein. The strap assembly system can be converted between a single-strap configuration or a double-strap configuration. The strap assembly system comprises a first strap, a second strap, and a back puck. The back puck comprises first and second attachment openings for securing the first strap. The back puck further comprises first and second side openings that define a linear pathway and are configured to receive the second strap. The second strap can move freely along the linear pathway.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 12, 2022Publication date: April 6, 2023Inventor: James D. Martell
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Patent number: 11559728Abstract: Embodiments of a strap assembly system for a golf bag are described herein. The strap assembly system can be converted between a single-strap configuration or a double-strap configuration. The strap assembly system comprises a first strap, a second strap, and a back puck. The back puck comprises first and second attachment openings for securing the first strap. The back puck further comprises first and second side openings that define a linear pathway and are configured to receive the second strap. The second strap can move freely along the linear pathway.Type: GrantFiled: December 7, 2021Date of Patent: January 24, 2023Assignee: Karsten Manufacturing CorporationInventor: James D. Martell
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Patent number: D959838Type: GrantFiled: September 13, 2019Date of Patent: August 9, 2022Assignee: Karsten Manufacturing CorporationInventor: James D. Martell
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Patent number: D961254Type: GrantFiled: March 10, 2020Date of Patent: August 23, 2022Assignee: Karsten Manufacturing CorporationInventor: James D. Martell
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Patent number: D974753Type: GrantFiled: September 13, 2019Date of Patent: January 10, 2023Assignee: Karsten Manufacturing CorporationInventor: James D. Martell
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Patent number: D983528Type: GrantFiled: August 4, 2022Date of Patent: April 18, 2023Assignee: Karsten Manufacturing CorporationInventor: James D. Martell
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Patent number: D985944Type: GrantFiled: August 4, 2022Date of Patent: May 16, 2023Assignee: Karsten Manufacturing CorporationInventor: James D. Martell
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Patent number: D992900Type: GrantFiled: August 4, 2022Date of Patent: July 25, 2023Assignee: Karsten Manufacturing CorporationInventor: James D. Martell
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Patent number: D1011753Type: GrantFiled: December 12, 2022Date of Patent: January 23, 2024Assignee: Karsten Manufacturing CorporationInventor: James D. Martell
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Patent number: D1011754Type: GrantFiled: December 12, 2022Date of Patent: January 23, 2024Assignee: Karsten Manufacturing CorporationInventor: James D. Martell
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Patent number: D1012503Type: GrantFiled: December 12, 2022Date of Patent: January 30, 2024Assignee: Karsten Manufacturing CorporationInventor: James D. Martell