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).

  • Publication number: 20240115915
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: December 18, 2023
    Publication date: April 11, 2024
    Inventor: James D. Martell
  • Patent number: 11925842
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: December 1, 2021
    Date of Patent: March 12, 2024
    Assignee: KARSTEN MANUFACTURING CORPORATION
    Inventors: James D. Martell, Jason S. Milligan
  • Patent number: 11911673
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: July 17, 2020
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignee: Karsten Manufacturing Corporation
    Inventors: James D. Martell, Brian J. McGuire, Jason S. Milligan
  • Publication number: 20240050821
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: October 17, 2023
    Publication date: February 15, 2024
    Inventors: James D. Martell, John Loudenslager, Brian McGuire, Ryan Bruce, David A. Higdon, Jason S. Milligan
  • Patent number: 11857853
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2022
    Date of Patent: January 2, 2024
    Assignee: Karsten Manufacturing Corporation
    Inventor: James D. Martell
  • Publication number: 20230413956
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: September 1, 2023
    Publication date: December 28, 2023
    Inventor: James D. Martell
  • Patent number: 11786790
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: March 19, 2020
    Date of Patent: October 17, 2023
    Assignee: KARSTEN MANUFACTURING CORPORATION
    Inventors: James D. Martell, John Loudenslager, Brian McGuire, Ryan Bruce, David A. Higdon, Jason S. Milligan
  • Patent number: 11758989
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: November 4, 2021
    Date of Patent: September 19, 2023
    Assignee: Karsten Manufacturing Corporation
    Inventor: James D. Martell
  • Publication number: 20230109765
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: December 14, 2022
    Publication date: April 13, 2023
    Inventors: Brian J. McGuire, Ryan J. Bruce, James D. Martell
  • Publication number: 20230106051
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: December 12, 2022
    Publication date: April 6, 2023
    Inventor: James D. Martell
  • Patent number: 11559728
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: December 7, 2021
    Date of Patent: January 24, 2023
    Assignee: Karsten Manufacturing Corporation
    Inventor: James D. Martell
  • Patent number: D959838
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 13, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2022
    Assignee: Karsten Manufacturing Corporation
    Inventor: James D. Martell
  • Patent number: D961254
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 10, 2020
    Date of Patent: August 23, 2022
    Assignee: Karsten Manufacturing Corporation
    Inventor: James D. Martell
  • Patent number: D974753
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 13, 2019
    Date of Patent: January 10, 2023
    Assignee: Karsten Manufacturing Corporation
    Inventor: James D. Martell
  • Patent number: D983528
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 4, 2022
    Date of Patent: April 18, 2023
    Assignee: Karsten Manufacturing Corporation
    Inventor: James D. Martell
  • Patent number: D985944
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 4, 2022
    Date of Patent: May 16, 2023
    Assignee: Karsten Manufacturing Corporation
    Inventor: James D. Martell
  • Patent number: D992900
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 4, 2022
    Date of Patent: July 25, 2023
    Assignee: Karsten Manufacturing Corporation
    Inventor: James D. Martell
  • Patent number: D1011753
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2022
    Date of Patent: January 23, 2024
    Assignee: Karsten Manufacturing Corporation
    Inventor: James D. Martell
  • Patent number: D1011754
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2022
    Date of Patent: January 23, 2024
    Assignee: Karsten Manufacturing Corporation
    Inventor: James D. Martell
  • Patent number: D1012503
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2022
    Date of Patent: January 30, 2024
    Assignee: Karsten Manufacturing Corporation
    Inventor: James D. Martell