Patents by Inventor W. J. O'Donnell

W. J. O'Donnell 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: 3994501
    Abstract: This invention consists of an electrically actuated device consisting of a platform on which a golfer stands and a pad having a pressure actuated tee, adapted to support a golf ball; the platform includes a pair of oppositely, normally upwardly angled, pivotal leaf or blade portions for engagement by a golfer's heels.Electric components are associated with a control box, providing a plurality of switches, the pair of leaf portions and the pressure actuated tee to activate a light, associated with said tee, to indicate to the golfer when he has or has not accomplished a proper weight shift.Elements are also provided to adjust the tee pad relative to the platform to accommodate each individual golfer. An additional member in the form of a shield, is provided to assist the golfer in developing a correct inside to outside, or through, swing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 1975
    Date of Patent: November 30, 1976
    Inventor: W. J. O'Donnell