Patents by Inventor Robert J. Scoutten

Robert J. Scoutten 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).

  • Patent number: 3947026
    Abstract: A billiard training device (e.g., for games of pool, snooker or billiards) for simultaneously providing a visual indication of desired point of aim for the cue ball and desired point of contact with an object ball, to propel the latter in a predetermined desired direction. The device can be unitary in construction, with a relatively flat indicator surface at substantially one half the height of the cue ball. The indicator surface can also be of the same diameter as the cue ball, and can be provided with indicia to locate both the desired point of contact on the object ball and desired point of aim for the cue ball. In use, the device is positioned immediately adjacent an object ball to indicate both the desired point of contact and point of aim. Through repeated use in practice, a player can learn both the "feel" and principle of correct aim, and thus perfect his playing ability. To facilitate visual training, the device can also be constructed of transparent material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 24, 1975
    Date of Patent: March 30, 1976
    Inventor: Robert J. Scoutten