Multipurpose seasonal safety support fence
US8573565B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 27, 2009 |
| Grant date | Nov 5, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 13, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B71/028
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A fence that bounds the outfield of a game played with bat and ball comprises a plurality of mesh panels suspended from a plurality of support posts, with foul posts at either end. The fence can be readily assembled and disassembled. The support posts' anchors can be covered when the fence is disassembled, so that the field is usable for other sports. The function of the fence is twofold: (1) to minimize injury to a player who runs into the fence and (2) to confine such a player within the field of play should the player impact the fence.
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