公开(公告)号：US09610477B2

公开(公告)日：2017-04-04

申请号：US14752252

申请日：2015-06-26

Applicant: Acushnet Company

Inventor： Mark L. Binette ,  Shawn Ricci ,  Michael Michalewich ,  Douglas S. Goguen ,  Brian Comeau

IPC: A63B37/12 ,  C08F283/00 ,  C08G18/86 ,  A63B37/00 ,  A63B45/00

CPC classification number: A63B37/0031 ,  A63B37/0022 ,  A63B37/0023 ,  A63B37/0074 ,  A63B37/0075 ,  A63B37/0076 ,  A63B37/0078 ,  A63B37/0087 ,  A63B37/0094 ,  A63B45/00 ,  A63B2037/0079 ,  C08F283/006 ,  C08G18/48 ,  C08G18/833 ,  C08G18/86

Abstract: Golf ball comprising at least one layer having a Shore D material hardness of from about 10 to about 55 and consisting of a millable polyurethane rubber composition comprising rubber consisting of: at least one polyether-based millable polyurethane rubber; at least one polyester-based millable polyurethane rubber; at least one polycaprolactone-based millable polyurethane rubber; or combinations thereof; wherein the millable polyurethane rubber composition is vulcanized. The rubber may be mixed/compounded with additional non-rubber ingredients such as at least one cross linking agent, peroxide initiator, filler, antioxidant, processing agent, light stabilizer, colorant, adhesion promotor, isocyanate and/or polyol, or combinations thereof. The at least one layer may be a cover layer, with a second layer, formed from at least one of a thermoset urethane or a thermoplastic material, being adjacent to an inner surface of the cover layer and meanwhile disposed about a polybutadiene-containing core. The rubber may be peroxide and/or sulfur cured.

公开(公告)号：US20170080296A1

公开(公告)日：2017-03-23

申请号：US15367512

申请日：2016-12-02

Applicant: Acushnet Company

Inventor： Michael J. Sullivan ,  Mark L. Binette ,  Brian Comeau ,  Michael Michalewich ,  Douglas S. Goguen ,  Shawn Ricci

IPC: A63B37/00

CPC classification number: A63B37/0094 ,  A63B37/0032 ,  A63B37/0033 ,  A63B37/0039 ,  A63B37/0043 ,  A63B37/0044 ,  A63B37/0045 ,  A63B37/0047 ,  A63B37/0049 ,  A63B37/0051 ,  A63B37/0062 ,  A63B37/0063 ,  A63B37/0064 ,  A63B37/0066 ,  A63B37/0069 ,  A63B37/0075 ,  A63B37/0076 ,  A63B37/0084 ,  A63B37/0086 ,  A63B37/0087 ,  A63B37/0091 ,  A63B37/0092

Abstract: Multi-layered golf balls having a dual-layered core and cover of at least one layer are provided. The dual-core construction includes a non-foamed inner core (center) made of a thermoplastic or thermoset composition such as polybutadiene rubber. An outer core layer comprising a foamed composition, such as polyurethane foam, is disposed about the inner core. In one version, the foamed outer core layer is made of a relatively soft foam composition having low flex modulus and density. The foamed outer core layer may specific gravity gradient within the layer, wherein the outer surface specific gravity is greater than the midpoint specific gravity. A cover may be disposed about the core structure. For example, an inner cover made of ethylene acid copolymer ionomer and outer cover made of polyurethane may be used.

公开(公告)号：US20170080295A1

公开(公告)日：2017-03-23

申请号：US15371535

申请日：2016-12-07

Applicant: Acushnet Company

Inventor： Michael J. Sullivan ,  Brian Comeau ,  Douglas S. Goguen

IPC: A63B37/00

CPC classification number: A63B37/0092 ,  A63B37/0043 ,  A63B37/0044 ,  A63B37/0045 ,  A63B37/0051 ,  A63B37/0062 ,  A63B37/0064 ,  A63B37/0065 ,  A63B37/0075 ,  A63B37/0076

Abstract: Golf balls having a very high positive gradient multilayer core are provided. The multilayer core includes an outer core layer and a very soft, low compression inner core layer. The inner core layer is formed from an unfoamed composition and has a center hardness that is at least 40 Shore C points less than the outer surface hardness of the outer core layer.

公开(公告)号：US09586097B2

公开(公告)日：2017-03-07

申请号：US14852591

申请日：2015-09-13

Applicant: Acushnet Company

Inventor： Michael J. Sullivan ,  Douglas S. Goguen ,  Brian Comeau

IPC: A63B37/06 ,  A63B37/00 ,  C08L21/00

CPC classification number: A63B37/0092 ,  A63B37/0039 ,  A63B37/0043 ,  A63B37/0045 ,  A63B37/0046 ,  A63B37/0061 ,  A63B37/0062 ,  A63B37/0063 ,  A63B37/0064 ,  A63B37/0065 ,  A63B37/0075 ,  A63B37/0076 ,  C08L9/00 ,  C08L21/00

Abstract: Golf balls having a very high positive gradient multilayer core are provided. The multilayer core includes an outer core layer and a very soft, low compression inner core layer. The inner core layer is formed from an unfoamed composition and has a center hardness that is at least 40 Shore C points less than the outer surface hardness of the outer core layer.

公开(公告)号：US20170036070A1

公开(公告)日：2017-02-09

申请号：US15294919

申请日：2016-10-17

Applicant: Acushnet Company

Inventor： Michael J. Sullivan ,  Mark L. Binette ,  Brian Comeau ,  Douglas S. Goguen ,  Michael Michalewich ,  Shawn Ricci

IPC: A63B37/00 ,  A63B45/00

CPC classification number: A63B37/0076 ,  A63B37/0024 ,  A63B37/0027 ,  A63B37/0039 ,  A63B37/0044 ,  A63B37/0045 ,  A63B37/0047 ,  A63B37/0058 ,  A63B37/0063 ,  A63B37/0064 ,  A63B37/0066 ,  A63B37/0078 ,  A63B37/0084 ,  A63B37/0087 ,  A63B37/0091 ,  A63B37/0092 ,  A63B37/0094 ,  A63B45/00 ,  C08G18/4018 ,  C08G18/4277 ,  C08G18/4854 ,  C08G18/6685 ,  C08G18/721 ,  C08G18/73 ,  C08G18/7657 ,  C08G18/7664 ,  C08G2101/0083 ,  C08L75/04

Abstract: Multi-layered golf ball core sub-assemblies and the resulting golf balls are provided. The core structure includes an inner core (center) comprising a foam composition, preferably foamed polyurethane. The intermediate and outer core layers are preferably formed from foamed and non-foamed thermoset compositions. For example, the intermediate core can be formed from a thermoset rubber so there are adjoining foam core layers (inner and intermediate) and the outer core layer can be formed from a non-foamed thermoset rubber. The core layers have different hardness and specific gravity levels. The core assembly preferably has a positive hardness gradient extending across the entire assembly. The core structure and resulting ball have relatively good resiliency.

Abstract translation: 提供多层高尔夫球芯子组件和所产生的高尔夫球。 芯结构包括内芯（中心），其包含泡沫组合物，优选泡沫聚氨酯。 中间层和外芯层优选由泡沫和非泡沫热固性组合物形成。 例如，中间芯可以由热固性橡胶形成，因此存在相邻的泡沫芯层（内部和中间），并且外芯层可以由非发泡的热固性橡胶形成。 核心层具有不同的硬度和比重水平。 芯组件优选具有横跨整个组件延伸的正硬度梯度。 核心结构和产生的球具有较好的弹性。

公开(公告)号：US09555290B2

公开(公告)日：2017-01-31

申请号：US14527857

申请日：2014-10-30

Applicant: Acushnet Company

Inventor： Michael J. Sullivan ,  Mark L. Binette ,  Robert Blink ,  David A. Bulpett ,  Brian Comeau ,  Douglas S. Goguen

IPC: A63B37/06 ,  A63B37/00 ,  C08L21/00

CPC classification number: A63B37/0039 ,  A63B37/0024 ,  A63B37/0031 ,  A63B37/0043 ,  A63B37/0044 ,  A63B37/006 ,  A63B37/0063 ,  A63B37/0074 ,  A63B37/0075 ,  A63B37/0076 ,  A63B37/0092 ,  C08K5/101 ,  C08L21/00 ,  C08L9/00

Abstract: Multi-layered golf balls containing a two or three-layered cover assembly are provided. In one embodiment, the cover assembly includes a relatively hard inner cover and relatively soft outer cover. Alternatively, the cover assembly may include a relatively soft inner cover with a relatively hard outer cover. Three-layered covers comprising an inner cover, intermediate cover, and outer cover layer also may be prepared. Preferably, at least one of the layers is formed from a thermoplastic composition that preferably comprises: a) ethylene acid copolymer, b) plasticizer, and c) cation source. A fatty acid ester such as ethyl oleate is preferably used as the plasticizer. The cover assembly has good impact durability and helps provide the ball with relatively high resiliency at given compressions.

Abstract translation: 提供了包含两层或三层盖组件的多层高尔夫球。 在一个实施例中，盖组件包括相对较硬的内盖和相对较软的外盖。 或者，盖组件可以包括具有相对硬的外盖的相对柔软的内盖。 也可以制备包括内盖，中间盖和外覆盖层的三层盖。 优选地，至少一个层由热塑性组合物形成，其优选包括：a）乙烯酸共聚物，b）增塑剂，和c）阳离子源。 优选使用脂肪酸酯如油酸乙酯作为增塑剂。 盖组件具有良好的冲击耐久性，并且有助于在给定的压缩下提供具有相对高弹性的球。

公开(公告)号：US09468812B2

公开(公告)日：2016-10-18

申请号：US14972217

申请日：2015-12-17

Applicant: Acushnet Company

Inventor： Michael J. Sullivan ,  Mark L. Binette ,  Brian Comeau ,  Douglas S. Goguen ,  Michael Michalewich ,  Shawn Ricci

IPC: A63B37/06 ,  A63B37/00 ,  C08L75/04 ,  C08G18/48 ,  C08G18/66 ,  C08G18/72 ,  C08G18/73 ,  C08G18/76 ,  C08G18/40 ,  C08G18/42 ,  C08G101/00

CPC classification number: A63B37/0076 ,  A63B37/0024 ,  A63B37/0027 ,  A63B37/0039 ,  A63B37/0044 ,  A63B37/0045 ,  A63B37/0047 ,  A63B37/0058 ,  A63B37/0063 ,  A63B37/0064 ,  A63B37/0066 ,  A63B37/0078 ,  A63B37/0084 ,  A63B37/0087 ,  A63B37/0091 ,  A63B37/0092 ,  A63B37/0094 ,  A63B45/00 ,  C08G18/4018 ,  C08G18/4277 ,  C08G18/4854 ,  C08G18/6685 ,  C08G18/721 ,  C08G18/73 ,  C08G18/7657 ,  C08G18/7664 ,  C08G2101/0083 ,  C08L75/04

Abstract: Multi-layered golf ball core sub-assemblies and the resulting golf balls are provided. The core structure includes an inner core (center) comprising a foam composition, preferably foamed polyurethane. The intermediate and outer core layers are preferably formed from non-foamed thermoset compositions such as polybutadiene rubber. The core layers have different hardness and specific gravity levels. The core assembly preferably has a positive hardness gradient extending across the entire assembly. The core structure and resulting ball have relatively good resiliency.

公开(公告)号：US09375612B2

公开(公告)日：2016-06-28

申请号：US14071819

申请日：2013-11-05

Applicant: Acushnet Company

Inventor： Brian Comeau ,  Shawn Ricci ,  John D. Farrell ,  Michael J. Sullivan ,  Mark L. Binette ,  Michael Michalewich ,  Douglas S. Goguen

IPC: A63B37/06 ,  A63B37/00 ,  C09D123/08 ,  C08L23/08 ,  C08L83/04 ,  C08L77/00

CPC classification number: A63B37/0051 ,  A63B37/0039 ,  A63B37/0043 ,  A63B37/0044 ,  A63B37/0045 ,  A63B37/0047 ,  A63B37/0062 ,  A63B37/0063 ,  A63B37/0064 ,  A63B37/0066 ,  A63B37/0075 ,  A63B37/0076 ,  A63B37/0091 ,  A63B37/0092 ,  C08L23/0876 ,  C08L77/00 ,  C08L83/04 ,  C09D123/0876

Abstract: Multi-piece golf balls having a solid core made of a foamed silicone composition and a cover are provided. For example, three-piece, four-piece, and five-piece golf balls containing different core structures can be made. Preferably, a dual-core having has a silicone foam inner core (center) and surrounding thermoset or thermoplastic outer core layer is made. The silicone foam center has good thermal stability and durability without sacrificing resiliency. The surrounding outer core layer may be made from non-foamed or foamed compositions. For example, silicone foams, polyurethanes, polybutadiene rubber, or highly neutralized olefin acid copolymers may be used in the outer core layer.

Abstract translation: 提供具有由泡沫硅酮组合物制成的实芯的多片高尔夫球和盖。 例如，可以制成包含不同核心结构的三件式，四件式和五件式高尔夫球。 优选地，制造具有硅氧烷泡沫内芯（中心）和周围的热固性或热塑性外芯层的双芯。 硅氧烷泡沫中心具有良好的热稳定性和耐久性，而不会牺牲弹性。 周围的外芯层可以由非发泡或发泡组合物制成。 例如，硅氧烷泡沫，聚氨酯，聚丁二烯橡胶或高度中和的烯烃酸共聚物可用于外芯层。

公开(公告)号：US20160175659A1

公开(公告)日：2016-06-23

申请号：US15055905

申请日：2016-02-29

Applicant: Acushnet Company

Inventor： Michael J. Sullivan ,  Derek A. Ladd ,  Brian Comeau ,  Douglas S. Goguen

IPC: A63B37/00

CPC classification number: A63B37/0039 ,  A63B37/0024 ,  A63B37/0027 ,  A63B37/0032 ,  A63B37/0043 ,  A63B37/0044 ,  A63B37/0045 ,  A63B37/0047 ,  A63B37/0051 ,  A63B37/0063 ,  A63B37/0064 ,  A63B37/0076 ,  A63B37/0091 ,  A63B2225/02 ,  C08K5/098

Abstract: Disclosed herein are heterogeneous golf ball compositions comprising a matrix formed from a thermosetting or thermoplastic polymer composition and discrete particles dispersed within the matrix, and to the use of such heterogeneous compositions to form at least one core layer in multi-layer core golf balls.

Abstract translation: 本文公开了包含由热固性或热塑性聚合物组合物形成的基质和分散在基质内的离散颗粒的异质高尔夫球组合物，以及使用这种非均相组合物在多层核心高尔夫球中形成至少一个核心层。

公开(公告)号：US20160121173A1

公开(公告)日：2016-05-05

申请号：US14991998

申请日：2016-01-10

Applicant: Acushnet Company

Inventor： Michael J. Sullivan ,  Brian Comeau ,  Douglas S. Goguen ,  Mark L. Binette

IPC: A63B37/00

CPC classification number: A63B37/0063 ,  A63B37/0061 ,  A63B37/0073 ,  A63B37/0074 ,  A63B37/0075 ,  A63B37/0076 ,  A63B37/0078 ,  A63B37/008 ,  A63B37/0083 ,  A63B37/0092 ,  A63B2037/0079

Abstract: A golf ball includes a unitary core having an outer surface, a geometric center, and a soft transition region adjacent to the outer surface. The core is formed from a substantially homogenous rubber composition. The golf ball also includes an inner cover layer and an outer cover layer. The soft transition region has a thickness of up to 4 mm and a negative hardness gradient of about 5 Shore C to about 15 Shore C. The unitary core has an overall negative hardness gradient of up to 20 Shore C.

Abstract translation: 高尔夫球包括具有外表面，几何中心和与外表面相邻的软过渡区域的单一芯。 芯由基本均匀的橡胶组合物形成。 高尔夫球还包括内覆盖层和外覆盖层。 柔软的过渡区域具有高达4毫米的厚度和约5肖氏C至约15肖氏硬度的负硬度梯度。单一芯具有高达20肖氏C的总体负硬度梯度。