US2008207355A1PendingUtilityA1

Golf tee with shape memory metal and method to produce the same

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Individually held — no corporate assignee on recordPriority: Oct 28, 2006Filed: Oct 28, 2006Published: Aug 28, 2008
Est. expiryOct 28, 2026(~0.2 yrs left)· nominal 20-yr term from priority
Inventors:Tony L. Wong
A63B 2209/14A63B 57/10
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Abstract

The present invention discloses a golf tee consists of two sections and a shape memory metal that connects the said two sections for a golf tee that lessens impact and improves performance.

Claims

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1 . A multi-body golf tee comprising: a cylindrical shape lower body with a pointed end for ground penetration, the lower body is connected to a one end of the connection mean through a retaining feature, the second end of the connection mean is connected to the upper body through a retaining feature, wherein the connection mean is imbedded within the upper and the lower tee body by injection molding the tee bodies around the connection mean; a soft and resilient sleeve covers the connection mean and prevents a golf club from being damaged. 
   
   
       2 . A multi-body golf tee comprising: a cylindrical shape lower body with a pointed end for ground penetration, the lower body is connected to a one end of the connection mean through a retaining feature, the second end of the connection mean is connected to the upper body through a retaining feature, wherein the connection mean is imbedded within the upper and lower tee body by injection molding the tee bodies around the connection mean; the upper body is made from a soft and resilient material which allow it to flex upon impact. 
   
   
       3 . The connection mean in  claim 1  is made of shape memory metal. 
   
   
       4 . The connection mean in  claim 2  is made of shape memory metal. 
   
   
       5 . The connection mean in  claim 1  is made of shape memory metal, wherein its shape can be set to any suitable shape. 
   
   
       6 . The connection mean in  claim 2  is made of shape memory metal, wherein its shape can be set to any suitable shape.

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