Apparatus and method for collection, storage, and access of...

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2011-01-11

2011-01-11

Kramer, Dean J (Department: 3652)

Handling: hand and hoist-line implements

Hand bars and hand barrows

Ball retriever

C473S173000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07866719

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus to aid and simplify collection of substantially non-deformable balls scattered across a field or small area, and to provide a place for easy storage and retrieval. The apparatus utilizes stretchable and resilient members located in a ball intake area to transfer the substantially non-deformable balls from the ground or surface, into the apparatus. This disclosure describes methods, specific devices, and mechanisms embodying the present invention and useful in the collection or storage of baseball-like objects, and which provides easy access to stored baseball-like objects.

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