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Methods of forming three-dimensional panels for a game ball

  • US 7,854,815 B2
  • Filed: 11/20/2003
  • Issued: 12/21/2010
  • Est. Priority Date: 11/26/2002
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method of manufacturing a multi-layer outer panel for a game ball, the method comprising the steps of:

  • a. three-dimensionally forming a generally convex top layer comprising a first material and having an outer surface and an inner surface, the outer surface of the top layer dimensioned to substantially correspond to a section of a surface of the ball; and

    b. three-dimensionally forming at least one generally convex backing layer comprising a second material and having an outer surface and an inner surface,wherein the inner surface of the top layer is connected to the outer surface of the at least one backing layer, thereby forming the outer panel wherein the outer panel has a predetermined radius of curvature substantially matching a radius of the game ball.

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