Composite lacrosse handle and method of manufacture
US10258848B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 17, 2016 |
| Grant date | Apr 16, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 15, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/5245
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A composite lacrosse handle configured to join with a lacrosse head is provided including a top end, a bottom end and an intermediate portion located therebetween, all of which are constructed from hardened fiber reinforced plies. The intermediate portion includes a different exterior contour than that of the top and bottom ends. The intermediate portion can be generally recessed relative to the exterior of the top and bottom ends. Within the recess, an overmold or cover of a material, for example a viscoelastic material and/or thermoplastic elastomer can be disposed. The overmold material can follow the contours of the intermediate portion and top and bottom ends, and can vary in thickness from the top end to the bottom end along the intermediate portion. A method of constructing the composite lacrosse handle is also provided including utilizing special mandrels and mold cavities to form the composite handle and overmold the cover element.
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