Dimple patterns for golf balls
US-2016375309-A1 · Dec 29, 2016 · US
Golf ball dimple profile
US9220945B2 · US · B2
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Publication number | US-9220945-B2 |
| Application number | US-201414159755-A |
| Country | US |
| Kind code | B2 |
| Filing date | Jan 21, 2014 |
| Priority date | Mar 20, 2009 |
| Publication date | Dec 29, 2015 |
| Grant date | Dec 29, 2015 |
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The present invention concerns a golf ball having dimples with a cross-sectional profile comprising a conical top portion and a non-conical bottom portion. More particularly, the profiles of the present invention are defined by three independent parameters: dimple diameter (D D ), edge angle (Φ EDGE ), and saucer ratio (S r ). These parameters fully define the dimple shape and allow for greater flexibility in constructing a dimple profile versus conventional spherical dimples. Further, conical dimples provide a unique dimple cross-section which is visually distinct.
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We claim: 1. A golf ball having a generally spherical surface and comprising a plurality of dimples separated by a land area formed on the surface, wherein at least of portion of the dimples consist of a top conical sidewall and a bottom portion and have a saucer ratio (S r ), defined as the ratio of the bottom portion diameter (D S ) to the dimple diameter (D D ), of from about 0.05 to about 0.75, wherein the bottom portion is defined by a function rotated about a central axis, an…
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- What does patent US9220945B2 cover?
- The present invention concerns a golf ball having dimples with a cross-sectional profile comprising a conical top portion and a non-conical bottom portion. More particularly, the profiles of the present invention are defined by three independent parameters: dimple diameter (D D ), edge angle (Φ EDGE ), and saucer ratio (S r ). These parameters fully define the dimple shape and allow for greater…
- Who is the assignee on this patent?
- Acushnet Co
- What technology area does this patent fall under?
- Primary CPC classification A63B37/0012. Mapped technology areas include Human Necessities.
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- Publication date Tue Dec 29 2015 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) (B2). Legal status and post-grant events are not shown on this page.
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