3D printed golf ball core
US9573024B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 31, 2013 |
| Grant date | Feb 21, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 26, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/546
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method of forming a golf ball includes forming a core using a 3D printer, and molding a cover in a surrounding position over the core through at least one of compression molding and injection molding. The core may be formed by printing a first core portion, printing a second core portion, and fusing the first core portion with the second core portion to form the core. Each of the first and second core portions may respectively include a plurality of concentric shells that are sequentially constructed.
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