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Multilayer golf ball with a thin thermoset outer layer

US5885172A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMay 27, 1997
Grant dateMar 23, 1999
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Expiry dateMay 27, 2017

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC08L2205/02
  • WIPO fieldFurniture, games
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

The present invention is directed towards a multilayer golf ball which comprises a core, an inner cover layer and an outer cover layer, wherein the outer cover layer comprises a thermoset material formed from a castable, reactive liquid, said outer layer having a thickness of less than 0.05 inches and said inner cover layer comprises a high flexural modulus material. The golf balls of the present invention are believed to provide a "progressive performance" from driver to wedge.

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