Amusement devices: games – Aerial projectile game; game element or accessory therefor... – Target
Patent
1990-07-24
1992-04-07
Marlo, George J.
Amusement devices: games
Aerial projectile game; game element or accessory therefor...
Target
446438, 273 65EE, 273 63R, A63B 4306, A63B 4100
Patent
active
051021315
ABSTRACT:
Self-illuminated luminous game balls for nighttime play which may be either inflated or self-supporting and consist of various apparently ordinary looking balls with portable electric lighting assemblies or chemi-luminescent lights, including fireworks inside them for exciting novel effects.
A shaft manufactured integrally within a toroidal form is disclosed which firmly holds an electric or other lighting assembly such that said lighting assembly may be removed in its entirety for servicing or replacement, through a flush, waterproof cover designed for such purpose.
A conveniently located On-Off switch is also located such that it may be actuated without deflating the ball, and its electrical connections to the batteries and bulbs are designed so that the center of gravity of said heavy batteries and other electronics are mounted near the center of gravity of said ball for optimum handling and closer simulation of a normal play ball.
The methods described are versatile enough to light up virtually any existing game ball or facsimile thereof. These balls have been well tested for feasibility and provide a very new, and interesting and exciting nighttime recreation.
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