ES2957857T3 - Golf ball holder and method thereof - Google Patents

Abstract

An apparatus has a golf ball holder that includes a receiving assembly having a resilient wall. The elastic wall is configured to: (A) form a stressed shape in response to the application of a tension force to the elastic wall of the receiving assembly, and in the stressed form, a golf ball can be released from the receiving assembly; and (B) forming a tension-free shape in response to the removal of the tension force from the elastic wall of the receiver assembly, and in the tension-free shape, the receiver assembly is ready to receive and hold the golf ball. (Automatic translation with Google Translate, without legal value)

Description

DESCRIPTION

Golf ball holder and method thereof

Technical field

Some aspects generally relate to (and are not limited to) a golf ball holder and its method. Background of the invention

Golf equipment encompasses various items used to practice the sport of golf, such as a golf ball holder.

US2007/0049396 describes an apparatus that can assist in retrieving golf balls and golf clubs from a playing surface, as well as retrieving and holding one or more golf ball markers. The device can also be used to move the handle of a golf club away from the playing surface when the golf club is placed on the surface. In some embodiments, the apparatus generally consists of a first golf club having a magnet disposed approximately at the end of its handle. A second golf club can be retrieved from the playing surface using the shaft of the first golf club, which is magnetically attracted to a portion of the second golf club. In other embodiments, the apparatus further comprises at least one golf ball marker or a golf ball picker or both, which may be removably attached to the end of the handle of the first golf club by magnetic attraction. In other embodiments, the apparatus is comprised of a sleeve member that can be positioned over the end of the shaft of a first golf club and removably attached thereto. In these embodiments, the sleeve member has a magnet disposed therein and can be used to retrieve a second golf club from the playing surface. In other embodiments, at least one golf ball marker or golf ball catcher or both may be removably attached to the end of the sleeve member by magnetic attraction. Methods of using the device are also described.

Summary

At least one problem associated with known golf ball holders was investigated. After much study, an understanding of the problem and its solution has been identified. According to one embodiment of the invention, an apparatus as defined in claim 1 is provided.

It is believed that known golf ball holders do not provide a mechanism for conveniently holding a golf ball (e.g., in a convenient location or position for easy and convenient access by the golfer). Furthermore, known golf ball holders do not provide a mechanism for the golfer to clean the golf ball relatively conveniently and easily.

To mitigate at least one of the problems identified above (at least in part) according to one aspect, an apparatus is provided having a golf ball holder that includes a receiving assembly having a resistant wall; The resistant wall is configured to: (A) form a tensioned shape in response to the application of a tensioning force to the resistant wall of the receiving assembly, and in the tensioned form, a golf ball can be released from the receiving assembly; and (B) forming a tension-free shape in response to the removal of the tensile force of the resisting wall of the receiving assembly, and in the tension-free form, the receiving assembly is ready to receive and hold the golf ball.

To mitigate at least one of the problems identified above (at least in part), according to one aspect, an apparatus is provided having a golf ball holder that includes a receiving assembly configured to: (A) form a tensioned shape in response to the application of a tensioning force to the receiving assembly, and in the tensioned form, a golf ball can be released from the receiving assembly; and (B) forming a tension-free shape in response to the removal of the tensioning force from the receiving assembly, and in the tension-free shape, the receiving assembly is ready to receive and hold the golf ball.

To mitigate at least one of the problems identified above (at least in part), according to one aspect, a method of operating a golf ball holder is provided, including: (A) applying a tensioning force to a resistant wall of a receiving assembly of the golf ball holder such that the resistant wall of the receiving assembly forms a tensioned shape, and in the tensioned form, a golf ball can be released from the receiving assembly; and (B) removing the tensile force from the resisting wall of the receiving assembly such that the resisting wall of the receiving assembly forms a stress-free form, and in the stress-free form, the receiving assembly is ready to receive and hold the golf ball. .

To mitigate at least one of the problems identified above (at least in part), according to one aspect, a method of operating a golf ball holder is provided, including: (A) applying a tensioning force to a receiving assembly of the golf ball holder such that the receiving assembly forms a tensioned shape, and in the tensioned form, a golf ball can be released from the receiving assembly; and (B) removing the tensioning force from the receiving assembly such that the receiving assembly forms a tension-free form, and in the tension-free form, the receiving assembly is ready to receive and hold the golf ball.

To mitigate at least one of the problems identified above (at least in part), according to an aspect not covered by the appended claims, a method of operating a golf ball holder is provided. The method includes applying a tensioning force to a resistant wall of a receiving assembly of the golf ball holder such that the receiving assembly has a tensioned form, and in the tensioned form, a golf ball is any of (A) susceptible of being received in the receiving set, (B) releasable from the receiving set, and (C) receivable in the receiving set, and releasable from the receiving set. The method further includes removing the tensile force from the resisting wall of the receiving assembly such that the receiving assembly forms a tension-free form, and in the tension-free form, the receiving assembly holds the golf ball upon receipt to do so. According to one option, the method further includes providing a cleaning means for the golf ball holder, if desired.

To mitigate at least one of the problems identified above (at least in part), according to one aspect, other aspects identified in the claims are provided.

Other aspects and features of the non-limiting embodiments may now become apparent to those skilled in the art upon reviewing the following detailed description of the non-limiting embodiments with the accompanying drawings. Brief description of the figures

The non-limiting embodiments can be more fully appreciated by referring to the following detailed description of the non-limiting embodiments when taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which:

Figure 1A (SHEET 1/8) represents a perspective view of a first example of a golf ball holder;

Figure 1B (SHEET 1/8) represents another perspective view of the example golf ball holder of Figure 1;

Figure 1C (SHEET 1/8) represents a front perspective view of the example golf ball holder of Figure 1;

Figure 1D (SHEET 1/8) represents a side view of the example golf ball holder of Figure 1; Figure 2A (SHEET 2/8) represents a side view of a second example of the golf ball holder, which is a variation of the golf ball holder of Figure 1A;

Figure 2B (SHEET 2/8) represents a side view of the example golf ball holder of Figure 2A; Figure 2C (SHEET 3/8) represents a cross-sectional view of the example golf ball holder of Figure 2B;

Figure 2D (SHEET 3/8) represents a cross-sectional view of the example golf ball holder of Figure 2A;

Figure 2E (SHEET 3/8) represents a cross-sectional view of the example golf ball holder of Figure 2A;

Figure 2F (SHEET 4/8) represents a side view of the example golf ball holder of Figure 2B; Figure 2G (SHEET 4/8) represents a side view of an action option for the example of the golf ball holder of Figure 2B;

Figure 3A (SHEET 5/8) represents a side view of a third example of the golf ball holder, which is a variation of the golf ball holder of Figure 1A;

Figure 3B (SHEET 5/8) represents a side view of the example of the golf ball holder of Figure 3A; Figure 3C (SHEET 6/8) represents a side view of the example golf ball holder of Figure 3B;

Figure 3D (SHEET 6/8) represents a side view of the example of the golf ball holder of Figure 3B;

Figure 4A (SHEET 7/8) represents a side view of a fourth example of the golf ball holder, which is a variation of the golf ball holder of Figure 1A;

Figure 4B (SHEET 7/8) represents a side view of the example of the golf ball holder of Figure 4A; Figure 4C (SHEET 8/8) represents a side view of the example golf ball holder of Figure 4A; and

Figure 4D (SHEET 8/8) represents a side view of the example golf ball holder of Figure 4A.

The drawings are not necessarily to scale and may be illustrated by ghost lines, schematic representations and fragmentary views. In certain cases, details that are not necessary to understand the modalities (and/or details that make other details difficult to perceive) may have been omitted. Corresponding reference characters indicate corresponding components throughout the various figures of the Drawings. The elements of the various figures are illustrated for simplicity and clarity and have not necessarily been drawn to scale. For example, the dimensions of some of the elements in the figures may be emphasized in relation to other elements to facilitate understanding of the various modalities currently disclosed. Furthermore, common but well understood elements that are useful or necessary in commercially viable embodiments are often not represented to facilitate a less obstructed view of the various embodiments of the present disclosure.

List of reference numbers used in drawings

100 golf balls

102 user

104 article

106 pressure

200 golf ball holder

202 receiver assembly

203 resistant wall

204 clip set

206 finger set

207 finger or fingers

208 cleaning medium

210 actuator assembly

212 housing assembly

214 engine assembly

216 battery set

217 switch

218 gear set

220 access mechanism

221 retention mechanism

Detailed description of non-limiting modalities

The following detailed description is merely illustrative in nature and is not intended to limit the embodiments described or the application and uses of the embodiments described. As used herein, the word "illustrative" or "representative" is used herein to mean "serving as an example, case, or illustration." Any implementation described herein as "illustrative" or "representative" should not necessarily be construed as preferred or advantageous over other implementations. All implementations described below are illustrative implementations provided to enable persons skilled in the art to make or use the embodiments of the description and are not intended to limit the scope of the description, which is defined by the claims. For the purposes of this description, the terms "top", "bottom", "left", "rear", "right", "front", "vertical", "horizontal" and derivatives thereof shall refer to the examples as they are oriented in the drawings. Furthermore, there is no intention to be bound by any express or implied theory presented in the above technical field, background, brief summary or the following detailed description. It should also be understood that the specific devices and processes illustrated in the accompanying drawings, and described in the following specification, are simply illustrative embodiments (examples), aspects and/or concepts defined in the attached claims. Therefore, the specific dimensions and other physical characteristics related to the embodiments described in the present description should not be considered as limiting, unless the claims expressly establish otherwise. It is understood that "at least one" is equivalent to "a". The aspects (examples, alterations, modifications, options, variations, embodiments and any equivalent thereof) are described with reference to the drawings. It should be understood that the invention is limited to the subject matter provided by the claims, and that the invention is not limited to the particular aspects represented and described.

Figures 1A, 1B, 1C and 1D represent a perspective view, another perspective view, a front perspective view and a side view (respectively) of a first example of a golf ball holder 200. A user 102 (known as a golfer) inserts a golf ball 100 (by applying a force applied by the user to the golf ball 100) such that the golf ball 100 enters, at least in part, into the golf ball holder 200. User 102 may remove golf ball 100 from golf ball holder 200 once user 102 requires golf ball 100 during a game of golf (for example). The golf ball 100 may be any conventional (standard) golf ball 100. As shown in Figure 1A, the golf ball holder 200 is ready to receive the golf ball 100.

Generally, the golf ball holder 200 is configured to receive and hold the golf ball 100, until required by the user 102. The golf ball holder 200 is configured to hold the golf ball 100 in place (for greater comfort) and to allow access to the golf ball when required by the user 102 (during the game of golf).

Generally, the golf ball holder 200 includes a receiver assembly 202. The receiver assembly 202 may be referred to as a housing. For example, the receiving assembly 202 provides a resistant wall 203. It will be appreciated that the receiving assembly 202 may be elastic and/or the resistant wall 203 may be elastic (either or both, but preferably both, if desired).

As depicted in Figure 1B and Figure 1D, more specifically, the receiving assembly 202 (or the resistant wall 203) is configured to form a tensioned shape in response to the application of a tensioning force to the receiving assembly 202, and in the tensioned form, a golf ball 100 is either: (A) collected into the receiving assembly 202 (as shown in Figure 1B), (B) collected from the receiving assembly 202 (as shown in Figure 1D ), and (C) to be collected at the receiving set 202 and to be received from the receiving set 202.

The receiving assembly 202 (or the resistant wall 203) is further configured to form a tension-free shape (as depicted in Figure 1A) in response to the removal of the tensioning force of the receiving assembly 202 (the tensioning force is represented as the pressure 106 in Figure 1D). In the tension-free form, the receiving assembly 202 is ready to receive and hold the golf ball 100. The tension-free form is also known as the receiving-ready form, as shown in Figure 1A. As shown in Figure 1C, the golf ball 100 is received and held by the receiving assembly 202 in a ball receiving state. In the ball receiving state, the receiving assembly 202 (as shown in Figure 1C) may be in a stressed condition or may be in a non-stressed condition (as desired or required).

The receiving assembly 202 (or the resistant wall 203) is further configured to return to the unstressed shape (also called normal shape, as depicted in Figure 1A) from the stressed shape (also called deformed state, as depicted in Figure 1A). Figure 1D) in response to the removal of pressure 106 from the receiver assembly 202; that is, user 102 stops applying pressure 106 to receiving assembly 202.

In view of the foregoing, a method is provided for operating the golf ball holder 200. The method includes applying a tensioning force to either of the resistant wall 203 and/or the receiving assembly 202; this is done in such a way that the resistant wall 203 and/or the receiving assembly 202 form a tensioned shape; In the tensioned form, a golf ball 100 can be released from the receiving assembly 202. The method also includes removing the tensioning force from the resistant wall 203 and/or the receiving assembly 202; this is done in such a way that the resistant wall 203 and/or the receiving assembly 202 form a tension-free shape; In the tension-free form, the receiving assembly 202 is ready to receive and hold the golf ball 100.

The receiving assembly 202 (or the resistant wall 203) is configured to recoil or jump back or return to the unstressed shape (the original shape or the original position as shown in Figure 1A) from the tensioned shape (as represented in Figure 1D) in response to the removal of a force (pressure 106, a bending force, a stretching force and/or a compression force) from the resistant wall 203.

More specifically, the receiving assembly 202 and/or the resistant wall 203 include an elastic material. Resilient material is a material, such as a resilient plastic material, that retains its characteristic flexibility when subjected to extreme cold or heat. For example, the receiving assembly 202 or the resilient wall 203 may include any elastic material, such as a plastic material that may have an ultraviolet (UV) light shield or a UV stabilizer. The UV stabilizer is configured to protect the elastic plastic material from the long-term degradation effects of light, most frequently ultraviolet radiation.

The receiver assembly 202 defines an interior surface surrounding an interior cavity formed, at least in part, by the receiver assembly 202. The interior cavity is shaped, at least in part, to match, at least in part, the shape of the outer wall of the golf ball 100. The shape of the inner surface of the receiving assembly 202 conforms, at least in part, to the shape of the outer wall of the golf ball 100 once the receiving assembly 202 is in unstressed condition (depicted in Figure 1A). Likewise, the shape of the internal surface of the receiving assembly 202 conforms, at least in part, to the shape of the external wall of the golf ball 100 once the receiving assembly 202 receives and holds the golf ball 100 in the ball receiving condition (as depicted in Figure 1C) if desired.

For example, the receiving assembly 202 may have: (A) a hemispherical shape that provides, at least in part, the resistant wall 203, or (B) a shape similar to a spherical, etc.

Generally, the receiving assembly 202 is configured to receive, at least in part (as depicted in Figure 1D), a compressive force (the pressure 106) such that the receiving assembly 202 transfers the compressive force to the ball. of golf ball 100 (through the resistant wall 203), and the force that is transferred is large enough to drive the exit (extraction) of the golf ball 100 from the receiving assembly 202. According to one option, a set of clip 204 is attached to the receiver assembly 202. The clip assembly 204 is attached to a base portion of the receiver assembly 202. The clip assembly 204 is configured to secure or attach the receiver assembly 202 to an article of clothing of the user 102, such as a belt buckle, golf bag, etc.

According to one option, a finger assembly 206 extends from the receiving assembly 202. More specifically, the finger assembly 206 includes at least one instance of a finger 207. The finger assembly 206 extends away from an opening defined by the receiver assembly 202. More specifically, the finger assembly 206 extends along a longitudinal axis that extends from the receiver assembly 202 outside the opening defined by the receiver assembly 202. The finger assembly 206 extends from the base portion of the receiver assembly 202, along a longitudinal axis extending from the receiver assembly 202. The finger assembly 206 is configured to extend (enclose), at least in part, around the golf ball 100 an time the golf ball 100 is inserted into the receiver assembly 202. The finger assembly 206 includes any suitable number or instances of the finger 207. By way of example, the finger assembly 206 includes: (A) a single instance of the finger 207 extending from the receiver assembly 202 and extending at least partially around the golf ball 100 held by the receiver assembly 202; (B) two instances of finger 207 that extend from the receiver assembly 202, and extend at least partially around the golf ball 100 held by the receiver assembly 202, and may be positioned on opposite sides of the receiver assembly 202; (C) three instances of finger 207 that extend from the receiver assembly 202, and extend at least partially around the golf ball 100 held by the receiver assembly 202, and may be positioned (equidistant from each other) on the receiver assembly 202 ; (D) four instances of finger 207 extending from the receiver assembly 202 and extending at least partially around the golf ball 100 held by the receiver assembly 202; and (E) at least two instances of the finger 207 that extend from the receiver assembly 202, and extend at least partially around the golf ball 100 held by the receiver assembly 202. The finger 207 of the finger assembly 206 may have any suitable shape and/or size, such as a rounded shape, a square shape, a triangular shape, etc.

Generally, the receiver assembly 202 is configured to hold the golf ball 100, and the finger assembly 206 is configured to (resiliently) contain (enclose) the golf ball 100 in the receiver assembly 202 once the golf ball 100 is received by the receiving assembly 202.

As the golf ball 100 is introduced into the receiving assembly 202, the finger assembly 206 (fingers 207) opens (separates or flings out) in such a way as to allow the golf ball 100 to continue entering. (or exiting) the receiver assembly 202. Once the golf ball 100 is received and placed in the receiver assembly 202, the finger assembly 206 (fingers 207) is vented inward such that the Fingers 206 (fingers 207) enclose, at least in part, the golf ball 100 that is held by the receiving assembly 202. It will be appreciated that the finger assembly 206 is configured to be elastic, and/or at least one instance of the Finger 207 is configured to be elastic.

Referring to Figure 1D, to release the golf ball 100 from the receiver assembly 202, the receiver assembly 202 is configured to receive a pressure 106 that is applicable to opposite sides of the receiver assembly 202; This is done in such a way that the golf ball 100 is pulled out of the receiving assembly 202, and as the golf ball 100 moves away from the receiving assembly 202, the finger assembly 206 is urged to fling out (elasticly). ) to allow golf ball 100 to exit.

Operationally, to release the golf ball 100 from the receiver assembly 202, pressure 106 (release pressure) is applied to opposite sides of the receiver assembly 202 such that the golf ball 100 is pulled out of the receiver assembly 202 (a compression effect), and as the golf ball 100 moves away from the receiving assembly 202, the finger assembly 206 is prompted to fling outward (expand outward). As the golf ball 100 is propelled beyond a certain point, the finger assembly 206 may help push the golf ball 100 out and away from the receiver assembly 202, and eventually the user 102 may grasp and throw the golf ball 100. golf ball 100 away from the golf ball holder 200.

Referring to Figure 1B, the golf ball holder 200 partially receives the golf ball 100. The user 102 is pushing the golf ball 100 past the finger assembly 206. The finger assembly 206 is configured to be elastic (spring type) and is configured to flex such that it opens so that the golf ball 100 can be received in the inner chamber defined by the receiving assembly 202. The finger assembly 206 includes instances of the finger 207; As depicted for this example, the fingers 207 each define a rounded front portion with side sections spaced apart, and the side sections of each instance of the finger 207 join together at a connection zone where each instance of the finger 207 is joined. connects to the receiver assembly 202.

Referring to Figure 1C, the golf ball 100 is received and operatively retained by the receiving assembly 202. According to one option, the finger instances 207 of the finger assembly 206 may join but not necessarily touch placed finger instances 207 adjacently, if desired.

Referring to Figure 1D, to remove the golf ball 100 from the receiving assembly 202, the user 102 can pinch the receiving assembly 202 (at the base portion), causing or forcing the golf ball 100 to pass beyond the finger assembly 206 and within the open hand of the user 102. The assembly of fingers 206 is urged to move outward to accommodate the movement of the golf ball 100 within the open hand of the user 102. Preferably, with minimal effort, The golf ball 100 can be received in the same hand of the user 102.

Figures 2A and 2B depict side views of a second example of golf ball holder 200, which is a variation of the golf ball holder 200 of Figure 1A.

Referring to Figure 2A, it is shown that the golf ball holder 200 does not hold the golf ball 100 of Figure 2B. The golf ball holder 200 is ready (in the ready-to-receive state) to receive the golf ball 100 of Figure 2B. According to this example, the finger assembly 206 provides instances of the finger 207, in which each instance of the finger 207 has sides that touch the sides of adjacently located instances of the finger 207, as shown, when the receiving assembly 202 does not receive the golf ball 100. Of course, other variations of the fingers 207 can provide a small space positioned between adjacently located instances of the finger 207 if desired (in the state or condition as shown in Figure 2A).

Once the golf ball 100 is inserted into the open area defined by the tip of the finger assembly 206, then the fingers 207 are elastically separated (fan out), thus allowing entry of the golf ball 100 into the assembly. receiver 202 through the opening defined by the receiver assembly 202. The fingers 207 extend from the outer edge (peripheral edge) of the receiver assembly 202 into the opening defined by the receiver assembly 202.

The clip assembly 204 is configured to attach the receiver assembly 202 to an item 104. The item 104 may include, for example, the user's belt 102, a golf bag, etc. The clip assembly 204 extends from the base portion of the receiving assembly 202. The clip assembly 204 may include a resilient portion (having a metal portion and/or a plastic portion).

Referring to Figure 2B, the golf ball holder 200 is shown receiving and holding the golf ball 100. Once the golf ball 100 has been received and held by the receiving assembly 202, the finger assembly 206 is flexes (since it is elastic) in such a way as to enclose (is configured to enclose), at least in part, a first portion of the golf ball 100, while the receiving assembly 202 encloses (is configured to enclose), at least in part, a second portion of the golf ball 100. To remove the golf ball 100 from the receiving assembly 202, the user 102 may pinch the receiving assembly 202 (at the base portion), thereby causing or urging the ball to golf 100 to pass beyond the finger assembly 206 and into the open hand of the user 102 (because the finger assembly 206 and the receiver assembly 202 are elastic and can be temporarily deformed to allow removal of the golf ball 100) . As pressure is applied to the receiver assembly 202, the receiver assembly 202 elastically deforms (at least in part), causing the golf ball 100 to move out of the receiver assembly 202, and then the golf ball 100 pushes against the finger assembly 206, and the finger assembly 206 is driven (by the golf ball 100) to elastically move outward (temporarily deform) in such a way as to adapt to the existing movement of the golf ball 100 out of the ball holder of golf 200 (the receiver assembly 202 and the finger assembly 206) and in the open hand of the user 102.

Figures 2C, 2D and 2E represent cross-sectional views of the example golf ball holder 200 of Figure 2B.

Referring to Figure 2A, the receiver assembly 202 is shown receiving the golf ball 100. The receiver assembly 202 includes a cleaning means 208 configured to clean, at least in part, the golf ball 100 in response to the application of a rotational force to the golf ball 100 while the golf ball 100 is received in the receiving assembly 202. More specifically, the cleaning means 208 is configured to clean, at least in part, debris (dirt) from the external surface of the golf ball 100 when the golf ball 100 is caused to rotate (in the receiving assembly 202) relative to the cleaning means 208. The cleaning means 208 is operatively installed (fixedly connected or removably fixed) to the inner wall of the receiving assembly 202. For example, an adhesive may be applied to the inner surface wall of the receiving assembly 202, and the adhesive connects the cleaning means 208 to the receiving assembly 202. The golf ball 100 may be cleaned, at least in part (cleaned in part) by applying a rotational force to the golf ball 100. The rotational force can be applied by the user 102. The golf ball 100 rotates (is rotated) within the assembly receiver 202, and the external surface of the golf ball 100 is limited by the cleaning means 208 as the golf ball 100 rotates within the receiver assembly 202. Generally, the cleaning means 208 is configured to clean, at least in part, debris from the golf ball 100 in response to the application of a rotational force to the golf ball 100 while the golf ball 100 is received into the receiving assembly 202. It will be appreciated that some moisture may reside in the cleaning medium 208 as a result of cleaning the golf ball 100 that becomes wet during the game of golf.

Referring to Figure 2D, the golf ball 100 has been removed from the receiving assembly 202. The cleaning means 208 adheres to the inner wall of the receiving assembly 202 by the adhesive. The cleaning means 208 comprises a cloth material, a fiber material, a sponge material, or a foam material. The cleaning means 208 is shown extending, at least in part, along the inner surface of the receiving assembly 202 and the inward facing surface of the finger assembly 206. At least one of the fingers 207 has the cleaning means 208 attached to it (if desired). It will be appreciated that according to one option, the cleaning means 208 may be attached to any of the inwardly facing surfaces of the receiving assembly 202 and/or the finger assembly 206, as desired.

An example of how to remove the cleaning medium 208 and install a replacement instance of the cleaning medium 208 is described below: After a round of golf, the user 102 (the golfer) can remove the cleaning medium 208 by peeling the cleaning medium 208 away from the receiving assembly 202, starting from the finger assembly 206 and drawing the cleaning medium 208 from the inside of the receiving assembly 202. An adhesive material, placed on the interior surface of the receiving assembly 202, is adheres to the replacement instance of the (new) cleaning medium 208. The adhesive material is configured to facilitate multiple applications (reapplications) of the cleaning medium 208 to the internal surface of the receiving assembly 202.

An option for cleaning the cleaning medium 208 after the game of golf is described below, so that the cleaning medium 208 can be fresh and clean for the next game of golf: After a round of golf, the cleaning medium Cleaning 208 can be cleaned by applying a cleaning solution to the cleaning medium 208 either with the finger 207 of the user 102 or by inserting a cleaning cloth (not shown) inside the receiving assembly 202, and rotating the finger 207 or the cloth cleaning medium (and the external cleaning cloth) in such a way as to clean (remove residues of) the cleaning medium 208. The cleaning medium 208 can be allowed to dry before the next round of golf.

According to Figure 2D, the cleaning means 208 is configured to cover, at least in part, an inwardly facing surface of the finger assembly 206. The cleaning means 208 is positioned on the base portion (the base) of the receiving assembly 202. The cleaning means 208 is configured to cover, at least in part, an interior wall of the base portion of the receiving assembly 202. The finger assembly 206 is configured to contact (directly or indirectly), the less in part, with the golf ball 100 once the golf ball 100 makes contact with the cleaning means 208 placed in the interior cavity defined by the receiving assembly 202.

Referring to Figure 2E, the cleaning means 208 does not extend to cover the finger assembly 206. The cleaning means 208 is placed in the base portion or the base of the receiving assembly 202. The cleaning means 208 is configured to cover, at least in part, an interior wall of a base of the receiving assembly 202. The finger assembly 206 is configured to contact the golf ball 100 once the golf ball 100 makes contact with the cleaning means 208 placed in the interior cavity defined by the receiver assembly 202. Generally, the cleaning means 208 is configured to cover, at least in part, any of: (A) an interior wall of a base of the receiver assembly 202; and (B) an inwardly facing surface of the finger assembly 206.

Figure 2F represents a side view of the example golf ball holder 200 of Figure 2B.

The user 102 applies a rotational force to the golf ball 100 that is held by the receiving assembly 202 (to clean the golf ball 100). The receiving assembly 202 holds the golf ball 100 with sufficient force so that the golf ball 100 does not inadvertently exit the receiving assembly 202, but can rotate within the receiving assembly 202. In this way, the golf ball 100 can be cleaned before for user 102 to remove it.

Figure 2G represents a side view of an actuation option for the example of the golf ball holder 200 of Figure 2B.

According to the actuation option, the user 102 does not have to apply a rotational force to the golf ball 100. An actuator assembly 210 is placed in the base area or base area of the receiver assembly 202. The actuator assembly 210 includes a housing assembly 212. The housing assembly 212 is configured to house a motor assembly 214. The housing assembly 212 is configured to house a battery assembly 216 that connects to the motor assembly 214. A switch is provided 217, and is configured to connect the battery assembly 216 to the motor assembly 214, under the control of the user 102. The housing assembly 212 is configured to house a gear assembly 218, such as a wheel, etc. The gear assembly 218 is configured to transfer rotational force from the motor assembly 214 to the golf ball 100 held in the receiving assembly 202. In this way, the golf ball 100 can be cleaned, at least in part, by the cleaning means 208 of Figure 2C in response to the rotation of the golf ball 100 resulting from the operation of the motor assembly 214. The housing assembly 212 includes an elastic material. To remove the golf ball 100 from the receiver assembly 202, pressure 106 is applied, at least in part, to opposite sides of the housing assembly 212 such that pressure 106 is transferred from the housing assembly 212 to the receiver assembly 202. The shell assembly 212 and the receiver assembly 202 are temporarily (and elastically) deformed while pressure 106 is applied to the shell assembly 212. The pressure 106 is then transferred to the golf ball 100, and the pressure 106 drives. the golf ball 100 to exit the receiver assembly 202 and pass the finger assembly 206 (as described above).

Figures 3A and 3B depict side views of a third example of golf ball holder 200, which is a variation of the golf ball holder 200 of Figure 1A.

Referring to Figure 3A, the golf ball holder 200 is shown not holding the golf ball 100 and is ready to receive the golf ball 100. According to the third example of the golf ball holder 200, the receiver assembly 202 includes an access mechanism 220 configured to allow user access to the golf ball 100 secured in the receiver assembly 202. According to one option, The access mechanism 220 includes an open access port. The retention mechanism is configured to interact with the golf ball 100 once the user 102 applies pressure to the retention mechanism. In response to the application of pressure to the access mechanism 220 (such as, the retention mechanism), the access mechanism 220 prompts the golf ball 100 to move outward and away from the receiving assembly 202. The receiving assembly 202 defines an access mechanism 220 in the base portion of the receiver assembly 202. For the case where the clip assembly 204 is not provided, the location of the access mechanism 220 can be placed directly opposite (or coaxially aligned with) the area open formed by the tips of the finger assembly 206. For the case in which the clip assembly 204 is provided, the location of the access mechanism 220 may be placed slightly to one side of the receiver assembly 202. The retention mechanism is a mechanism which provides a latch that prevents movement of an item until it is released.

Referring to Figure 3B, the golf ball holder 200 is shown holding the golf ball 100. According to one option, the receiving assembly 202 is configured to present the golf ball 100 to the user 102 such that the User 102 applies a rotational force to the golf ball 100 held by the receiving assembly 202, in order to clean the golf ball 100. According to another option, the finger assembly 206 presents the golf ball 100 to the user. 102 such that the user 102 applies a rotational force to the golf ball 100 held by the receiving assembly 202, to clean the golf ball 100.

Figures 3C and 3D represent side views of the example golf ball holder 200 of Figure 3B. Referring to Figure 3C, a removal option is depicted for removing the golf ball 100 from the receiving assembly 202. For example, the user 102 applies a force through the access mechanism 220 to the golf ball 100, causing or urging the golf ball 100 to pass the finger assembly 206 and enter the open hand of the user 102. The finger assembly 206 is urged to move outward to accommodate the movement of the golf ball 100 within the open hand from user 102.

Referring to Figure 3D, another removal option is depicted for removing golf ball 100 from receiving assembly 202. For example, access mechanism 220 is not used (nor provided) to remove golf ball 100. The User 102 may pinch the receiving assembly 202, causing or forcing the golf ball 100 to pass past the finger assembly 206 and into the open hand of the user 102. The finger assembly 206 is driven to move outward to accommodate the movement of the golf ball 100 within the open hand of the user 102.

Figures 4A and 4B depict side views of a fourth example of golf ball holder 200, which is a variation of the golf ball holder 200 of Figure 1A.

Referring to Figure 4A (the fourth example of golf ball holder 200), the finger assembly 206 is configured to extend such that it almost encapsulates or covers the golf ball 100, and the fingers 207 of the finger assembly 206 define or provide a relatively smaller instance of the user access area or opening. The user 102 applies a pushing force to the golf ball 100 through the access mechanism 220 and, in response, the golf ball 100 is then ejected from the receiving assembly 202 and beyond the tips of the finger assembly 206. The golf ball 100 then passes or passes by the finger assembly 206 and then falls into the open hand of the user 102.

For the case where the access mechanism 220 includes an access port defined in the resistant wall 203, the user 102 accesses the golf ball 100 in such a way as to impart a rotational force to the golf ball 100 while it is holds the ball and is allowed to move and rotate in the receiving assembly 202; In this way, the cleaning means 208 (if deployed in the receiver assembly 202 and/or the finger assembly 206) can clean, at least in part, debris from the surface of the golf ball 100 (if desired). ) as the golf ball 100 is rotated in the receiving assembly 202. Additionally, the user 102 can access the golf ball 100 in such a way as to impart an ejection force or pressure to the golf ball 100 through of the access port such that the ejection force applied by the user 102 can eject the golf ball 100 from the receiving assembly 202, and the finger assembly 206 elastically flexes to allow ejection of the golf ball 100 from the assembly receiver 202 of the golf ball holder 200 (and towards the user's hand 102).

Referring to Figure 4B, access mechanism 220 is optional. The user 102 can rotate the golf ball 100 by manipulating or touching the golf ball 100 in the open area formed by the finger assembly 206. To clean the golf ball 100, the golf ball 100 is rotated within the receiving assembly 202. .

Figure 4C represents a side view of the example golf ball holder of Figure 4A.

According to another option, the access mechanism 220 includes a detent mechanism 221. The detent mechanism 221 is a latch configured to prevent movement until released or activated. For example, the retention mechanism 221 includes a "concave" button-shaped closed surface and/or a "convex" button-shaped closed surface (both are relatively flexible surfaces or structures). The user 102 applies a pushing force (a pressure) to the golf ball 100 through the retention mechanism 221 (i.e., the access mechanism 220); In response, the access mechanism 220 propels (pushes) the golf ball 100 out of the receiver assembly 202 and beyond the tips of the finger assembly 206. In Figure 4A, the user has not yet touched the retention mechanism 221. and, therefore, there is no application (direct or indirect) of the pushing force (pressure) to the golf ball 100 by the user (since the user has not yet touched the retention mechanism 221).

Figure 4D represents a side view of the example golf ball holder of Figure 4A.

In Figure 4B, the retention mechanism 221 applies pressure 106 to the golf ball 100 as a result of the user 102 applying pressure 106 to the retention mechanism 221. Generally, the retention mechanism 221 is configured to apply the pressure 106 to the golf ball 100 in response to the user applying pressure 106 to the retention mechanism 221; In this way, the user 102 has (directly) pushed the retention mechanism 221 toward the golf ball 100, and the retention mechanism 221 touches (contacts) and propels the golf ball 100 out of the receiving assembly 202.

It will be appreciated that one or more of the technical features and/or one or more sections of the technical features of the golf ball holder 200 may be combined with one or more of the technical features and/or any other or more sections of the features. techniques of the golf ball holder 200 in any combination and/or permutation. One or more of the technical features and/or one or more sections of the technical features of the golf ball holder 200 may stand on their own without having to be combined with another technical feature.

The present written description uses examples to disclose the invention, including the best embodiment, and also to enable anyone skilled in the art to make and use the invention. The patentable scope of the invention is defined by the claims and may include other examples produced by those skilled in the art. Such other examples are intended to be within the scope of the claims if they have structural elements that do not differ from the literal language of the claims. It can be seen that the assemblies and modules described above can be connected together as necessary to perform desired functions and tasks that are within the scope of those skilled in the art to perform such combinations and permutations without having to describe each and every one of them. them in explicit terms. There is no particular assembly or component that is superior to any of the equivalents available in the art. There is no particular way of practicing the disclosed matter that is superior to others, as long as the functions can be performed. It is believed that all the crucial aspects of the disclosed topic have been provided in this document. It is understood that the scope of the present invention is limited to the scope provided by the independent claim(s), and it is also understood that the scope of the present invention is not limited to: (i) the dependent claims , (ii) the detailed description of the non-limiting modalities, (iii) the summary, (iv) the summary, and/or (v) the description provided outside of this document (that is, outside of this application such as as it was presented, processed and/or granted). For the purposes of this document, the phrase "includes" is understood to be equivalent to the word "comprising." It should be noted that the above has outlined the non-limiting modalities (examples). The description is made for particular non-limiting modalities (examples). It is understood that the non-limiting modalities are merely illustrative by way of examples.

Claims (15)

1. A device, comprising: a golf ball holder (200), which includes: a receiving assembly (202) having a resistant wall (203), said receiving assembly (202) being configured to: forming a tensioned shape in response to the application of a tensioning force (106) to the resistant wall (203) of the receiving assembly (202), wherein in said tensioned shape, a golf ball (100) can be released from the receiving assembly; and form a tension-free shape in response to the removal of the tensile force (106) of the resistant wall (203) of the receiving assembly (202), wherein in said tension-free shape, the receiving assembly (202) is ready and capable of receiving and holding a golf ball (100); The device is characterized by: a cleaning means (208) operatively installed on an interior wall of the receiving assembly (202); said cleaning means comprising a fabric material, a fiber material, a sponge material or a foam material; said cleaning means (208) being configured to clean, at least in part, debris from a golf ball (100) held in said receiving assembly (202) in response to the application of a rotational force to the golf ball ( 100) while the golf ball (100) is received in the receiving assembly (202). 2. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the resistant wall (203) of the receiving assembly (202) is further configured to return to the unstressed form from the tensioned form in response to the removal of a pressure (106) from the assembly. receiver (202). 3. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the receiving assembly defines an internal surface surrounding an interior cavity, and the interior cavity is shaped, at least in part, to match, at least in part, the shape of a wall. external of a golf ball (100). 4. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the receiver assembly (202) is configured to receive a compressive force such that the receiver assembly (202) transfers a force to a golf ball received in the receiver assembly (202). ), said force being large enough to drive the golf ball (100) out of the receiving assembly. 5. The apparatus of claim 1, further comprising: a finger assembly (206) that extends away from an opening defined by the receiving assembly (202), said finger assembly (206) being configured to extend, at least in part, around a golf ball (100) that has been inserted into the receiver assembly (202). 6. The apparatus of claim 5, wherein: The finger assembly (206) includes any of: a single instance of a finger (207) extending from the receiver assembly (202) such that said finger (207) extends at least partially around a golf ball (100) held by the receiver assembly (202); two instances of a finger (207) extending from the receiving assembly (202) such that said fingers (207) extend at least partially around a golf ball (100) held by the receiving assembly (202); three instances of a finger (207) extending from the receiving assembly (202) such that said fingers (207) extend at least partially around a golf ball (100) held by the receiving assembly (202); four instances of a finger (207) extending from the receiving assembly (202) such that said fingers (207) extend at least partially around a golf ball (100) held by the receiving assembly (202); and at least two instances of a finger (207) extending from the receiving assembly (202) such that said fingers (207) extend at least partially around a golf ball (100) held by the receiving assembly. 7. The apparatus of claim 5, wherein: the receiving assembly (202) is configured to hold a golf ball (100); The finger assembly (206) is configured to contain a golf ball (100) in the receiving assembly (202) once the golf ball (100) is received by the receiving assembly (202); and As a golf ball (100) is introduced into the receiving assembly (202), the finger assembly (206) is configured to open in such a manner as to allow said golf ball (100) to continue entering the receiving assembly. (202); and Once a golf ball (100) is placed in the receiving assembly (202), the finger assembly (206) is configured to fling inward such that the finger assembly (206) encloses, at least in part , said golf ball (100) that is held by the receiving assembly (202). 8. The apparatus of claim 5, wherein: to release a golf ball (100) from the receiving assembly (202), the receiving assembly is configured to receive a pressure (106) applicable, at least in part, to opposite sides. of the receiving assembly (202), such that the golf ball (100) is removed from the receiving assembly (202), and as the golf ball (100) moves away from the receiving assembly (202), the finger assembly (206) he is encouraged to throw himself out. 9. The apparatus of claim 5, wherein: the finger assembly (206) is elastic and is capable of flexing such that it opens so that a golf ball (100) can be received in an interior chamber defined by the receiving assembly (202). 10. The apparatus of claim 5, which includes one of: The finger assembly (206) includes instances of a finger (207), each of which defines a rounded front portion, with side sections separating from each other, and the side sections of the finger instances (207) joining in a connection area where each instance of the finger (207) connects to the receiving assembly (202); and The finger assembly (206) provides instances of a finger (207), and each instance of the finger (207) has sides that touch the sides of adjacently located instances of the finger (207) when the receiving assembly (202) does not receive the ball golf (100). 11. The apparatus of claim 5, wherein: Once a golf ball (100) has been received by the receiving assembly (202), the finger assembly (206) is configured to enclose, at least in part, a first portion of the golf ball (100), while the receiving assembly (202) is configured to enclose, at least in part, a second portion of the golf ball (100). 12. The apparatus according to claim 1, further comprising: a finger assembly (206) that extends away from an opening defined by the receiving assembly (202), said finger assembly (206) being configured to extend, at least in part, around a golf ball once the golf ball has been inserted into the receiver assembly (202); wherein the cleaning means (208) is configured to cover, at least in part, any of: an interior wall of the receiving assembly (202); and a surface facing the interior of the finger assembly (206). 13. The apparatus of any preceding claim, wherein: the receiver (202) or finger assembly (206) is configured to present a golf ball received in the receiver assembly (202) to a user (102) such that the user is able to apply a rotational force to the golf ball (100) held by the receiving assembly, in order to rotate the golf ball (100) and thereby clean the golf ball (100). 14. The apparatus of claim 1, further comprising: an actuator assembly (210) positioned in a base area of the receiver assembly (202), said actuator assembly (210) including: a motor assembly (214), a battery assembly (216) connectable to the motor assembly (214); a switch (217) configured to connect the battery assembly (216) to the motor assembly (214); and a gear assembly (218) that is configured to transfer rotational force from the motor assembly (214) to a golf ball (100) secured in the receiver assembly (202). 15. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein: The receiver assembly (202) includes an access mechanism (220) that is configured to allow user access to a golf ball (100) held in the receiver assembly (202), and in response to the application of a pressure to the access mechanism (220), the access mechanism drives the golf ball (100) to move outward and away from the receiving assembly (202).