Golf Club Head Support Structures for Niche Environments and Applications

Publication ID: 24-11857851_0009_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Golf Club Head Support Structures for Niche Environments and Applications,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857851_0009_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857851_0009_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,857,851.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept adapts golf club head support structures for specific, narrow markets or unique operational environments, providing customized solutions for extreme weather conditions, high-security needs, disaster relief, and individual golfer preferences.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed a method for manufacturing golf club head components with improved support structures. However, these structures may not be suitable for extreme weather conditions, high-security needs, disaster relief, or individual golfer preferences. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by providing specialized variations and niche solutions.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept comprises a network of slender connected elements with smooth and continuous curvature at connections to other support members. The structure may include a hydrophobic coating to prevent water accumulation for use in extreme weather conditions. Alternatively, the structure may be designed for high-altitude environments with a lightweight, high-strength coating. The inventive concept also encompasses a system for customizing golf club head support structures for individual golfers based on their preferences, swing style, and ball-striking pattern. Additionally, the structure may be designed for disaster relief efforts with a collapsible design and durable, weather-resistant coating. The inventive concept further includes integrating the support structure with a wearable device to track golfer performance metrics and provide personalized feedback.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims provide a novel and non-obvious solution by adapting the original support structure for specific, narrow markets or unique operational environments. The inventive concept's customized solutions for extreme weather conditions, high-security needs, disaster relief, and individual golfer preferences distinguish it from the original patent.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept may include using different materials, such as carbon fiber or titanium, for the support structure. The structure may also be designed for other extreme environments, such as high-temperature or high-humidity conditions. Furthermore, the system for customizing golf club head support structures may be integrated with machine learning algorithms to optimize the design based on a golfer's performance data.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has potential commercial applications in the golf industry, particularly in the areas of high-performance golf clubs, customized golf equipment, and wearable technology. The target market includes professional and amateur golfers, golf equipment manufacturers, and disaster relief organizations.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A63 A63B53/0487
A A63 A63B53/0408
B B22 B22F10/14
B B22 B22F10/80
B B33 B33Y10/00
A A63 A63B53/0412

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,851
TitleSupport structures for golf club heads and methods of manufacturing improved support structures
Assignee(s)Topgolf Callaway Brands Corp.