Patents by Inventor Jeffrey L. Cope

Jeffrey L. Cope 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: 20080230435
    Abstract: Multiple embodiments of a golf accessory holder and a divot tool are disclosed. A golf accessory holder (1) has an opening (16) into which a divot repair tool (2) is at least partially inserted. The repair tool is held in the opening either by a magnetic or magnetized plate (24) and/or by friction. The holder may have a mounting hole (13) into which a clamp or clip is attached, or may have a clip (31, 32) which can be attached to a belt or a loop. The tool may have a magnetic or magnetized insert (2A) which is attracted to the plate. The holder can secure divot tools, ball markers, hat clips, and other items, used for or with golfing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 21, 2006
    Publication date: September 25, 2008
    Inventor: Jeffrey L. Cope
  • Patent number: 7226370
    Abstract: A golf ball position marking assembly that includes a marker removably secured to a decorative or functional accessory item such as a ring, pendant, clip, belt, key ring, bracelet, buckle, divot tool, or the like. The marker is magnetically secured to a base in such a way that a golfer can quickly and easily detach it to mark the position of a golf ball, and as easily re-attach it when the time comes to play. The assembly is made of any suitable material, including plastics, metals, ceramics, and composites. If desired, it can include decorative or functional indicia such as precious stones, decorative etching or enameled ornamentation, the user's name or initials, memorable dates, advertising material, tournament logos, or golf club logos.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 15, 2004
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2007
    Inventor: Jeffrey L. Cope
  • Patent number: 6984183
    Abstract: A golf ball position marking assembly that includes a marker removably secured to a decorative or functional accessory item such as a ring, pendant, clip, belt, key ring, bracelet, buckle, divot tool, or the like. The marker is magnetically secured to a base in such a way that a golfer can quickly and easily detach it to mark the position of a golf ball, and as easily re-attach it when the time comes to play. The assembly is made of any suitable material, including plastics, metals, ceramics, and composites. If desired, it can include decorative or functional indicia such as precious stones, decorative etching or enameled ornamentation, the user's name or initials, memorable dates, advertising material, tournament logos, or golf club logos.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 2, 2003
    Date of Patent: January 10, 2006
    Inventor: Jeffrey L. Cope
  • Publication number: 20040087383
    Abstract: A golf ball position marking assembly that includes a marker removably secured to a decorative or functional accessory item such as a ring, pendant, clip, belt, key ring, bracelet, buckle, divot tool, or the like. The marker is magnetically secured to a base in such a way that a golfer can quickly and easily detach it to mark the position of a golf ball, and as easily re-attach it when the time comes to play. The assembly is made of any suitable material, including plastics, metals, ceramics, and composites. If desired, it can include decorative or functional indicia such as precious stones, decorative etching or enameled ornamentation, the user's name or initials, memorable dates, advertising material, tournament logos, or golf club logos.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 2, 2003
    Publication date: May 6, 2004
    Inventor: Jeffrey L. Cope
  • Patent number: 6569039
    Abstract: A golf ball position marking assembly that includes a marker removably secured to a decorative or functional accessory item such as a ring, pendant, clip, belt, key ring, bracelet, buckle, divot tool, or the like. The marker is magnetically secured to a base in such a way that a golfer can quickly and easily detach it to mark the position of a golf ball, and as easily re-attach it when the time comes to play. The assembly is made of any suitable material, including plastics, metals, ceramics, and composites. If desired, it can include decorative or functional indicia such as precious stones, decorative etching or enameled ornamentation, the user's name or initials, memorable dates, advertising material, tournament logos, or golf club logos.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 12, 2001
    Date of Patent: May 27, 2003
    Inventor: Jeffrey L. Cope
  • Patent number: D534040
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2005
    Date of Patent: December 26, 2006
    Inventor: Jeffrey L. Cope