Abstract: A simulated gun launches a retrievable projectile in the form of a cylinder containing a compressible spring. The spring is compressed by inserting the barrel of the gun into the bore of the cylinder. A tab on the end of the cylinder rides in a helical groove on the surface of the barrel to cause the projectile to rotate about the axis of the barrel as the projectile is launched.

Abstract: A liquid impermeable material comprising a layer of vapour permeable viscoelastic polymer gel, applications of said material, a composite material comprising said material and a method of producing said material.

Abstract: The present device is a launcher for a projectile, comprising an enclosure that is adapted to be held by a human hand. The enclosure comprises a barrel aperture, a pump aperture, and a trigger aperture. The launcher further comprises a pump assembly that comprises a pump piston traversing the pump aperture. The pump piston is configured to be actuated by a user and can be reciprocated in and out of a pump cylinder. The launcher comprises a compression chamber in fluid communication with the piston cylinder through a check valve that only allows air to pass from within the piston cylinder into the compression chamber. The launcher comprises a trigger that opens the compression chamber and sends compressed air into a barrel that can have a projectile stored therein. The trigger is configured to be manually operated by a user. The barrel is in fluid communication with the compression chamber through a trigger valve.

Abstract: A transducer system includes a plurality of transducer elements formed on a flexible substrate with localized circuit elements and interconnects associated with each transducer element.

Abstract: A pop action toy assembly having an elastomeric body that is defined primarily by a first surface and a second surface. The elastomeric body is selectively positionable between a normal orientation, where the first surface faces outwardly, and an inverted orientation, where the second surface faces outwardly. An activator assembly having an impact disc and a knob extends through the elastomeric body at its apex. The impact disc strikes the ground when the toy assembly pops from an inverted orientation back into its normal orientation. The knob is used to grasp, spin and throw the toy assembly when inverted. A plurality of tabs symmetrically protrude from the base rim of the elastomeric body. If the toy assembly is inverted and strikes the ground, the protruding tabs act to concentrate the force of the impact and cause the toy assembly to pop back into its normal orientation.

Abstract: A spheroidal ball includes a body having three grooves that define divisions on the ball. The ball includes a first color and a second color that contrasts with the first color. The second color may be applied in various regions, areas, or sections of the ball to enhance the visibility of the ball in use.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to the field of toys and/or promotional articles and/or ornamental articles and more specifically to a promotional toy formed by segments of a ball and connecting elements which form a functional ball. Assembly of a complete ball using only bare hands, once all of the necessary segments are collected, is facilitated by the structure. It can be used for publicity of consumer products and has connecting means for easy assembly, which when completed allows it to be used as a ball to be kicked. The inventive ball includes a connecting system and connecting element affixed to the segment of the ball and an accessory connecting element; the fixed connecting element consisting of a projection tangential cut on the edge of the segment of the ball and on the edge having another longer projection parallel to the edge, a space being left between the peripheral edge of the segment and the inside face of the parallel projection.

Abstract: This application relates to a retractable device that takes the retractable leash concept and adapts it to a projectile. The tethered projectile can be advanced by the user by kicking, throwing, hitting, or any other method of advancing a projectile. When the user initially advances the projectile, for example by throwing, the momentum of the projectile overcomes the spring force and the projectile advances a certain distance relative to the force applied to it. Once the projectile' s momentum diminishes to a level below the spring force, the spring causes the spool to reverse direction and the slack is taken up and the projectile is retrieved.

Abstract: The method is for reducing a stress level of a user. The user is provided with a sensor (23) of a headband (20) for measuring brain wave frequencies of the user (28). The user (28) moves a unit (24), such as a ball, on a surface (32) or in a computer screen (104) along a path (16) towards a goal point (18) when a brain wave frequency (26) of the user (28) is lowered to be within a preferred frequency range (15) and towards a starting point (14) when the brain wave frequency (26) is outside the frequency range (15). The computer may be connected to the Internet so the user may interact with other users via the Internet.

Abstract: The invention provides a game ball, useful for children's safety, which can be detected far enough away a distance by a vehicle-onboard radar. The invention provides a game ball wherein a reflector member 12 is disposed within a spherical shell 13, the diagonal distance of the reflector member coincides with the inner diameter of the spherical shell, the reflector member has a shape constructed by combining three regular polygon plates 11A, 11B, 11C, the center angle of one side thereof being an integral submultiple of 90°, in such a manner that the centers of the three regular polygon plates are coincident and that the three regular polygon plates are perpendicular to each other, and a surface of said reflector member 12 is imparted with electromagnetic wave reflectivity.

Abstract: A sport novelty ball has an outer shell and a stabilizing shock absorbing core in which various interior components are embedded. A non-toxic smoke solution is introduced into the ball and stored. Centrally located within the ball is a smoke chamber containing a heating element, A switch/pump assembly is provided for completing an electrical circuit and moving the smoke solution through the ball. Upon actuation of the switch/pump assembly, simultaneously the heating element is actuated and the solution is pressured through fluid lines in the ball to an atomizer for spraying the solution onto the heating element, whereupon smoke is generated in the smoke chamber. Exhaust/intake channels extend from the smoke chamber to the ball periphery. When the ball is thrown, ambient air passing through the exhaust/intake channels causes a stream of air to be emitted from the channels, giving the appearance that the ball is smoking.

Abstract: Toy ball includes a transparent hollow ball surface layer having a seal opening, a designed article connected with a string to a block body, and is disposed inside the hollow portion of the transparent ball surface layer. Furthermore, liquid is mixed with the bright glitter pieces, can be injected into the ball from the seal opening, and is filled inside the hollow portion of the transparent ball surface layer. As the toy ball is shaken, the bright glitter pieces inside the ball can be fully suspended all around in the liquid. In addition, the designed article is to produce a shaking motion inside the liquid of the ball because it is constrained by the string attachment, thus the visual effect of the toy ball can be enhanced.

Abstract: A game device such as a sporting good or video game device uses an integrated circuit (IC) that includes a gyrating circuit to measure at least one motion parameter of the device. An RF transmitter wirelessly transmits the at least one motion parameter to a remote device.

Abstract: A game ball and game for play by a plurality of players with a ball to be passed for player to player that emits a sound at different intervals from slow to rapid during a single play period to indicate to the players a stage of the game is provided.

Abstract: A basketball formed of two sets of panels. The first panel set extends along a first longitudinal direction of the basketball, while the second panel set extends along a second longitudinal direction of the basketball that is orthogonal to the first longitudinal direction of the basketball. A channel separates the first panel set from the second panel set. The channel itself has two portions. The first portion runs between the end edges of the first panel set and the center portion of the second panel set, and is substantially parallel to the second longitudinal direction. The second portion runs between the end edges of the second panel set and the center portion of the first panel set, and is substantially parallel to the first longitudinal direction. With some examples, each panel set is made up of two panels, providing the basketball with four panels.

Abstract: Disclosed is a self-propelled football with an internally ducted fan and electric motor. An exemplary embodiment has an oblate spheroidal body. The body has a front section, a center section, a back section, and a longitudinal axis. The ducted fan is located within the body substantially within the center section and substantially along the longitudinal axis. The electric motor is located within the body and mechanically coupled to the ducted fan. At least one electrical power source is located within the body and electrically coupled to the electric motor. At least one air-inlet is located within the front section of the body in airflow communication with the ducted fan. At least one air-outlet is located within the back section of the body in airflow communication with the ducted fan. A means for automatic activation and deactivation of the electrical motor is located within the body.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an aquatic toy device that is particularly adapted for skipping upon and across the irregular surface of a body of water. The aquatic surface skipping toy device may be used for recreation, sports, or exercise either by an individual or a group of individuals. The toy device includes a buoyant body having a generally planar bottom surface and a pair of outwardly and forward mounted sponsons constructed and arranged to convert forward motion into hydrodynamic lift to raise the bottom surface of the toy device into a position above the surface of the water. As the bottom surface is extended above the surface of the water the air is channeled between the lower surface of the toy device and the upper surface of the water. Allowing the toy device to glide predominately on a thin layer of air with the sponsons alternatingly skipping across the surface of the water.

Abstract: In a method of manufacturing wear-resistant panel of ball, a TPU film having a pattern printed on a reverse side thereof is positioned in a mold for suction molding and trimming to form a panel of ball, which is then positioned in another mold for bonding to an injection molded TPU foam, and the bonded TPU film and TPU foam are allowed to cool to complete a three-dimensional panel of ball. Panels of ball so manufactured are then sewed together to form a ball. The TPU film protects the pattern behind it against abrasion and wear, so that the pattern is always fresh and complete to give the ball a distinguishable appearance. The injection molded TPU foam layer gives the panel of ball a high stability in shape to prevent surface folds. The whole process is simplified to reduce the manufacturing cost.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for an impulse-driven sliding device primarily for use by young children to simulate desired attributes of ball or puck games while adapting specified attributes to promote safe, effective use for those having reduced training and/or motor-skills.

Abstract: A toy ball is formed from two shells and a pair of lock mechanisms 220. During construction, the shells, which may be hemispherical, are mated together and then the lock mechanisms are secured to the shells to form a substantially smooth-surfaced sphere. The lock mechanisms provide a redundant locking feature to hold the two shells together to form the toy ball.

Abstract: The present invention is a computerized game device or game playing method for use with objects such as balls and a generally planar surface. The game device may comprise at least two electromagnetic beam transmitters arranged to emit electromagnetic beams and at least two corresponding electromagnetic beam receivers generating signals. The game device further comprises a support for the transmitters and receivers having a surface shaped to rest stably against the planar surface, the support positioning each transmitter to emit its electromagnetic beam parallel to the other beams and parallel to the planar surface, the support positioning each receiver to receive one of the electromagnetic beams, and the support shaped to permit the objects to pass through the beams and to strike the planar surface without striking the support.

Abstract: Grippable cushioning devices which may be used as cushions, squeezables, toys, throwable toys, and novelty items are disclosed. Some of those devices include holes therein which may provide a relief function in that the holes may buckle or collapse when squeezed. The holes may be generally parallel longitudinal columns which may permit air flow therethrough when the grippable cushioning device is thrown.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an epoxy resin composition comprising at least (A) an epoxy resin having a cycloalkane ring or cyclohexene ring but having neither aromatic ring nor aminic nitrogen atom, (B) a carboxylic anhydride having no aromatic ring, and (C) an ultraviolet absorbent, wherein a content of component (A) is from 70 to 100 percents by weight based on the total weight of epoxy resins, and a content of component (B) is from 70 to 100 percents by weight based on the total weight of carboxylic anhydrides. By this constitution, the present invention can provide an epoxy resin composition whose cured product excels in mechanical properties and weatherability, and a fiber reinforced composite material having excellent mechanical properties and weatherability.

Abstract: A ball with a jigsaw cover includes a hollow core having a first hemisphere and a second hemisphere fixedly connected to each other to form a complete spheroid. Multiple puzzle pieces are detachably adhered to an outer periphery of the hollow core and each has a curvature equal to that of the hollow core for completely covering the outer periphery of the hollow core. Each puzzle piece defines at least one concave portion and forms at least one convex portion laterally extending from each of the multiple puzzle pieces. Each concave portion receives a corresponding convex portion of an adjacent puzzle piece such that the multiple puzzle pieces are connected to one another.

Abstract: A spherical crocheted object includes a portion that contains high quality embroidery and is made beginning with a fabric piece called an initial disc. By initially knitting the spherical crocheted object into a flat, round disc of specific and limited dimensions, this initial disc is created for the introduction of an external embroidery process. The crocheted initial disc is tied off to maintain durability during the embroidery step, which is usually performed on specialized embroidery equipment. Thereafter, by vigilantly following specific construction techniques, a ball will be produced that retains its spherical shape resulting in an end product with characteristics similar to that of a spherical crocheted object that does not contain embroidery.

Abstract: The World Fitness Ball is unique both in design and utility format. The design patent covers has Unique feel of the raised borders . The utility patent will have the visual effect of teaching geographies by intending to be both physical and mental conditioning . Mental and Physical Fitness is what the World Fitness Ball will novelize and represent. The manufacturing of the World Fitness Ball will be done using a mold of original design, only condusive for the World Fitness Ball. The reverse inside out cast molding will be introduced, in an all inclusive manufacturing method, which only the World Fitness Ball and inventor can use as an original method of creating the World Fitness Ball.

Abstract: A soft football adapted for play with or among children has a built-in tee which is rotatable about a pivot axis between an inoperative position where it is recessed along the surface of the football and an operative position where it is capable of supporting the football on its end so that it can be kicked without being held by a separate tee or a person.

Abstract: This invention relates to polymeric thermoplastic moldable compositions comprising poly(alkylene carbonates), which are useful in manufacturing of articles which may be manipulated and shaped by their user, but regain their shape after distortion. These compositions are free from toxic compounds and have a glass transition temperature from about 15° C. to about 132° C. These compositions are useful in manufacturing of articles such as toys, utensils to convey solids or liquids to the mouth, soothing articles (i.e., teething rings and pacifiers) and articles which support food (i.e., candy/confection sticks or holders.) They are most useful in manufacturing of children's toys and products.

Abstract: Whippse semi cone, whippse whip and whippse table are the invented apparatus that will make Whippse Sport a reality. Semi cone/stick, rod are made from resilient /natural suitable materials. Semi cone is molded inside a ferruled funnel that has reinforcing materials/aids to ensure containment and firm bonding of cone with funnel. Semi cone is evenly shaped at the top and all levels of its body. Top body of semi cone is straight, middle body is slanting; lower body is steep ending with a very sharp/stair for spinning. The special whippse table is even from edge to edge, sturdy and has a carved in tiny hole at the centre to position cone before whipping. There also carved in goal symbols of 4-5 in. apart. Strands are from natural/synthetic fibres and are secured through a hole/holed thimble/hook, secured and fixed on a stick to make a whip. Funnel is made from resilient suitable material.

Abstract: The invention provides a method of constructing a specialty sportball that includes creating a graphic, producing a print of the graphic as a function of an sportball printer, providing at least two panels transferring the print to at least one panel, attaching the one panel to the second panel, and forming a specialty sportball from the attached panels with artwork thereon.

Abstract: A kit and method for coloring the inside of a ball is disclosed, with the kit comprising at least one inflatable transparent or translucent ball having a valve stem, at least one colorant, and at least one paint injector for injecting at least one colorant into an inflatable ball. The paint injector comprises a hollow barrel, a plunger which fits into the hollow barrel, and at least one hollow needle for injecting said at least one colorant into said ball. The kit may also include a pump for inflating the ball before the colorant, preferably paint, is injected into the ball.

Abstract: A game ball anti-theft device including a spherical web dimensioned for completely enclosing the game ball therein. The spherical web is comprised of a plurality of cables.

Abstract: Non-standard sport projectiles, in accordance with this invention, include at least one linear through hole. As this non-standard sport projectile passes through the air, after being hit by, for example, a golf club, the non-standard sport projectile spins. When the above-mentioned through hole is generally aligned with the projectile's direction of flight, air passes through the through hole, and the aerodynamic characteristics of the non-standard sport projectile are enhanced. When the through hole is not aligned with the projectiles direction of flight the aerodynamic characteristics are reduced. As a result, the non-standard sport projectile experiences rapidly repeating intervals of relatively high aerodynamic flight and relatively low aerodynamic flight as the non-standard sport projectile spins around the center cross section of the through hole.

Abstract: The present invention provides a removable sports item cover, preferably a ball or puck cover, and methods using the sports item cover that greatly facilitate the process of obtaining a autograph on the sports item at a sporting event. The ball cover can include a writing instrument attachment for removably securing a writing instrument such as a pen to the cover. The ball cover can include an autograph opening that allows the ball to be autographed without removing the cover. Therefore, the ball cover allows a fan to conveniently pass a sports item for signature to an athlete, along with an attached writing instrument, thereby facilitating the autograph process. The ball cover can also include a lanyard attachment that allows the ball to be worn around a fan's neck.

Abstract: The electronic football of the present invention is capable of calculating various throwing statistics. The electronic football includes a start switch in communication with a timer means that starts when the start switch is released approximately simultaneously when the football is thrown. Upon impact, an impact switch triggers the timer to stop, thereby providing the total flight time. The electronic football further includes a pressure sensor positioned in an opening in the forward section of the football for measuring the air pressure when the football is thrown. The pressure readings are received by a microprocessor, which calculates the various throwing statistics. The throwing statistics may further be displayed on a display screen or emitted through a speaker.

Abstract: Chemoluminescent illuminators are used in night visible game equipment, notably, croquet and bocce. Game balls overcome rotational wobble tendencies resulting from perturbations in the rotational moments of inertia. The balls are at least partially transparent or translucent and include a receptacle for receiving a chemoluminescent illuminator. Different colored illuminators are provided to mark different balls as relating to different players. In one embodiment the balls have relatively thin outer walls and internal metallic rings to contribute a majority of the necessary weight and to add differential weighting to equalize the moments of inertia around all three axes. Wickets comprise chemoluminescent illuminators held in proximity to conventional wickets. Wicket holders may assist with supporting the illuminators. Stakes and mallets accept chemoluminescent illuminators to illuminate the stakes.

Abstract: Multiple axes are employed to impart predetermined velocities and rotational components to the projected object. Projection of the object may be synchronized with a displayed video image to simulate the throwing of an object. The accurate-automated-multi-axis machine for projecting objects may be employed as an integral component in a projectable object manufacturing process.

Abstract: A mathematical game of amusement including a game board having generally planar upper and lower surfaces. The game board has a square center aperture therethrough. The upper surface of the game board is divided into a series of spaces. Each of the spaces has a predetermined point value associated therewith. A selected number of the spaces are designated as bonus spaces. A launching mechanism is positionable within the square center aperture of the game board. A plurality of disc-shaped game pieces are dimensioned for being positioned atop the launching mechanism. The game pieces are divided into at least two sets of game pieces distinguishable from one another by color. The game pieces are launchable by the launching mechanism onto the series of spaces of the game board to achieve a score.

Abstract: A modified ball and modified bat are provided in which the ball is approximately a half-sphere and the bat has a constant diameter that is significantly reduced from the diameter of the designated hitting area on a conventional bat. Instructions are provided detailing the pitching methods necessary to thrown standard pitches, i.e. the fastball, knuckleball, screwball, slider, curveball, sinkerball, splitfinger fastball, and rising fastball. The methods include grip positions, arm motions and release techniques for such pitches. Due to the in-flight characteristics of the modified ball, the standard pitches are easier to throw, allowing a larger number of individuals to assist as pitchers in batting practice, for batters that need to become familiar with the standard pitches and the arm motions associated with such pitches. The reduced diameter bat causes the practicing batter to be more precise in the swing in order to make contact with the ball.

Abstract: A method of marketing and/or promoting an organized sport and/or a method of association of an individual and/or an organization with organized sports, such as a corporation. utilizing a three-dimensional novelty item, puzzle, and/or gaming object which simulates the appearance, and preferably the color and shape of the gaming object for that particular organized sport.

Abstract: Through the use of flexible materials having a coefficient of friction lower than that of conventional sport balls, a sport ball training cover is created. The flexible material is fashioned into a pocket that snugly but removably covers the sport ball. The cover supplants its coefficient of friction to the sport ball, making it difficult to handle and creating a valuable training device for proper ball-handling. In another embodiment, a permanent training sport ball is formed by permanently attaching the flexible material to the outer cover of the ball. Other embodiments of the covers, that removably or permanently cover the sport balls, have different shapes and vary the amount of flexible material used to leave selected areas of the sport ball, such as the laces of a football, uncovered. The versatility and variety of the covers make them useful for any number of different training drills and sports.

Abstract: The invention is of a ball game device and method of using the same comprising a octahedron body made of a resilient material preferably durable rubber foam like material, plastic, or rubber and dimensioned to be kicked, rolled, or thrown on a 360 degree, flat, playing surface either indoors or outdoors. The octahedron body has eight equally-sized faces all of which are generally flat-surfaced for resting upon the flat playing surface. Because of the design of the ball game device, it responds to impact in an erratic, unpredictable, flip flopping manner. Each face has indicia displayed thereupon in the form of color, letters, and, or numbers which displays the outcome of each players turn. The face facing upwardly on the surface, after the octahedron body comes to a complete and motionless stop on the surface after being kicked, rolled, or thrown by the user, determines the fate of the user in the ball game.

Abstract: A toy for throwing, bouncing, and catching has an elongate hollow cylindrical tube which extends at each end to and partially about respective high bounce cylindrical balls. The cylindrical balls each have a reduced diameter which extends partially into the hollow tube. A conforming collar or sleeve jointly extends outwardly and around the cylindrical tube and cylindrical high bounce balls to provide added security and support. Such design improves the stability and recovery of the overall toy during and after being impacted under striking load conditions, and thereby improves the interactivity between one or more players.

Abstract: A game ball anti-theft device including a circular web dimensioned for completely enclosing the game ball therein. The circular web is comprised of a plurality of cables.

Abstract: A first dart tool 110 having a hollow first housing 112. The first dart tool 110 has a flight straightener 114 securely attached to the first housing 112. The flight straightener 114 has a flight straightener top 114T which has a flight straightener top front 114TA having a flight straightener top front right corner 114TAR and a flight straightener top front left corner 114TAL. The flight straightener 114 further has a flight straightener bottom 114B which has a flight straightener bottom front 114BA having a flight straightener bottom front right corner 114BAR and a flight straightener bottom front left corner 114BAL. A first sharpener 116 is securely positioned within the first housing 112. An alternative embodiment of the dart tool includes a unique combination of flight straighteners, tip sharpener and wrench-type devices for removal of metal and plastic types of several sizes, as well as a device for removal of broken plastic shafts and tips.

Abstract: A projectile can be used to administer pesticides such as one or more from the group consisting of 4-allylanisole, anisole, allylbenzene, 4-isopropylanisole, p-anisaldehyde, ethylbenzene, cumene, 4-methoxyacetophenone, 4-methylstyrene, 2-propylphenol, phenetole, and toluene, for scolytid infestation. Conifers, which are a target for scolytids, are protected by the application of the pesticides by use of a projectile containing the compound which explodes upon contact with the conifer thereby emitting the compound.

Abstract: A toob ball having a main housing with a plurality of bendable, stretchable appendages connected to the ball. The ball can be thrown between different players and each player catching the ball can change the shape of any of the appendages to a fixed position before the ball is thrown again.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a ball, in particular a football. The ball according to the invention has, in its outer skin (11), a syntactic material (50) which consists of a matrix material (52) into which essentially dimensionally stable, elastic blow-moulded parts (54) are mixed. Furthermore, a new method of producing a ball with a verre églomisé print is also claimed.

Abstract: A dart tool (110) having a hollow housing (112). The dart tool (110) has a flight straightener (114) securely attached at a rear distal end to the housing (112). The flight straightener (114) has a flight straightener top (114T) which has a flight straightener top front (114TA) having a flight straightener top front right corner (114TAR) and a flight straightener top front left corner (114TAL). The flight straightener (114) further has a flight straightener bottom (114B) which has a flight straightener bottom front (114BA) having a flight straightener bottom front right corner (114BAR) and a flight straightener bottom front left corner (114BAL). A first sharpener (116) is securely positioned within the housing (112).

Abstract: A device for measuring a movable object, such as a baseball, football, hockey puck, soccer ball, tennis ball, bowling ball, or a golf ball. Part of the device, called the object unit, is embedded, secured, or attached to the movable object of interest, and consists of an accelerometer network, electronic processor circuit, and a radio transmitter. The other part of the device, called the monitor unit, is held or worn by the user and serves as the user interface for the device. The monitor unit has a radio receiver, a processor, an input keypad, and an output display that shows the various measured motion characteristics of the movable object, such as the distance, time of flight, speed, trajectory height, spin rate, or curve of the movable object, and allows the user to input data to the device.