Kessler v. Five Below - Amended Complaint

Case 1:18-cv-00902-LMB-TCB Document 15 Filed 11/19/18 Page 1 of 25 PageID# 161
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Copyright Application Case No. 1‐6776319106

Exhibit 6
Copyright Application Case No. 1‐6926659581

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U.S. Copyright Office’s Refusal of Copyright Application Case No. 1‐6926659581

Exhibit 8
U.S. Design Patent No. D829,287

Exhibit 9
Assignment for U.S. Design Patent No. D829,287

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PATENT NUMBER: D829287 ISSUE DATE: 09/25/2018
TITLE: BALL WITH TACTILE SURFACE
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Exhibit 10
U.S. Patent Application No. 15/598,658

TITLE
SPIKED BALL
TECHNICAL FIELD
The spiked ball relates to balls having an uneven surface or uneven surface layer, more
particularly, balls have a non-smooth, tactile surface.
BACKGROUND
Ball games are a popular form of play. Most conventional balls follow specific and
standardized guidelines with dull and unexciting designs. The present invention proposes a novel
design of the ball to enhance the pleasure of recreational ball games.
SUMMARY
In one general aspect a spiked ball includes an inflatable ball having an outer surface and
a series of protrusions on the outer surface. Embodiments may include one or more of the
following features. For example the series of protrusions may include a teardrop shaped mass
that includes a base having a relatively flat bottom adhered to the outer surface and a narrow tip
extending away from the outer surface. The narrow tip may be straight relative to a central axis
of the ball or it may have a curve such that it appears more as a tail.
The base of each teardrop shaped mass may be in contact with the base of each adjacent
teardrop shaped mass to completely cover the outer surface. Alternatively, the base of each
teardrop shaped mass may be a discrete distance from the base of each adjacent teardrop shaped
mass thereby exposing portions of the outer surface of the inflatable ball.
Each teardrop shaped mass deposited on the outer surface may be a polymer with elastic
properties (elastomer), such as, for example, rubber, silicon rubber, polyisoprene or
polybutadiene, polyisobutylene, etc. The inflatable ball may be made from thermoplastic
polyurethane, thermoplastic rubber or polyvinyl chloride or other suitable materials.
The series of protrusions may appear as a layer of spikes covering the outer surface. The
spikes may have different colors configured as a pattern or design.
The inflatable ball can have a fill valve. As another feature, there may be an illumination
device inside the inflatable ball.
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The inflatable ball may be spherical, a spheroid or any other suitable shape, such as, for
example, an American style football.
In another general aspect, the spiked ball may include a first layer that includes a hollow
sphere having a smooth outer surface and a second layer of more than one globule deposited or
dropped onto the outer surface of the sphere. Each globule may appear as a tear-drop shaped
mass having a relatively flat base and a narrow tip; the base of each tear-drop shaped mass
adheres to the smooth outer surface with the narrow tip extending away from the outer surface.
Embodiments may include one or more of the above or following features. For example,
the second layer may be a continuous layer completely covering the first layer thereby adding
additional structural integrity. There may also be a lighting device inside the first layer.
In still another embodiment, a spiked globe may be used in a decorative lamp, that
includes a translucent or transparent sphere having a relatively smooth outer surface and more
than one tear-drop shaped spike attached to the outer surface, each spike having a relatively flat
base and a narrow tip extending away from the outer surface, an illumination device or light
source inside the sphere and an electrical lighting circuit having a power source and a switch, the
lighting circuit being electrically connected to the light source to turn it on and off.
Embodiments may include one or more of the above or following features. For example,
a base can be attached to the sphere. In addition, the lighting circuit may be enclosed within the
base.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The following drawings show some of the exemplary embodiments of the present invention:
Fig. 1 shows a spiked ball according to the present invention;
Fig. 2 shows a cross-section perspective view of the ball in Fig. 1;
Fig. 3 shows the layers of the ball of Fig. 1;
Fig. 4 shows a portion of a cross-section of the ball in Fig. 1;
Fig. 5 shows a second embodiment of the spiked ball according to the present invention;
Fig. 6 shows a third embodiment of the spiked ball according to the present invention;
Fig. 7 shows a cross-sectional view of a fourth embodiment of a spiked globe used as a lamp;
and
Fig. 8 shows a lighting circuit for the lamp shown in Fig. 7.
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DETAILED DESCRIPTION
Referring to Figs. 1 – 2, a spiked ball 100 includes a series of spikes 102 covering an
inner pressurized ball 104. Hundreds of spikes 102 made of silicon rubber or other elastomers
are positioned on the inner ball 104 which is made of plastic or other rubber hybrids, such as, for
example, thermoplastic polyurethane, thermoplastic rubber or polyvinyl chloride or other
suitable materials. The result is a play ball 100 that does not have a heavy, dangerous hard core
and creates a ball 100 that can be used in unique ways that no other ball can do.
The spikes 102 can be made of a softer elastomer such with a high degree of elasticity.
This elasticity of the protruding spikes 102 gives the ball 100 a unique tactile feel and provides a
surface for gripping that is different than any other ball. The protruding spikes 102 cause the ball
100 to contact or “grab” the ground to create a unique bounce. The spikes 102 may be straight or
curved relative to a central axis of the ball 100.
The inner pressurized ball 104 can be made of any inflatable ball structure but typically
would not be a balloon or other material that could puncture easily. The inner ball 104 should
maintain its own integral structure and pressure to be a product that maintains durability and long
life. However, in other embodiments the spikes 102 are a complete layer that provides additional
structural integrity.
Fig. 2 is a cut-away or cross section of the ball 100. A fill valve 106 is used to pressurize
the ball 100. The ball 104 is made of a transparent material. Thus, the bottom or base 110 of the
spikes 102 are visible from the inside of the ball 104. The spikes may be fairly viscous, fluid-
like globules when deposited on the ball. Thus, depending on the proximity and pattern of
application of the spikes on the ball, the bottom of the spikes can take on random non-circular
shapes as the globules settle onto the surface of the ball 104.
Figs. 3 and 4 show an embodiment where the spikes are applied in a continuous layer so
as to essentially cover the surface of the inner ball 104. As shown in the more detailed view of
Fig. 4, the spikes 102 may have a teardrop shaped with a flat bottom or base 110 adhered to the
inner ball 104 and a tail or tip 108 extending away from the center of the spiked ball 100. The
base 110 of each tear-dropped mass or spike 102 is in contact with and essentially bonded to the
base 110 of each adjacent spike. Thus, the inner ball 104 may not be visible and the continuous
bonding of adjacent spikes may add some additional structural integrity.
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Fig. 5 shows a second embodiment of the ball 200 where a discrete distance is maintained
between each spike 202 on an inner pressurized ball 204. Thus, the surface of the ball 204 is
visible between the spikes. As shown, the tail of each spike 202 may be curved relative to a
central axis of the ball 204.
Fig. 6 shows a third embodiment of the spiked ball 300 with a ball that has a shape
similar to an American football. Once again, the spikes may be a discrete distance from each
other on the pressurized ball 304. The third embodiment is just another example of potential
outer shapes which are essentially unlimited.
The manufacturing technique to make the spiked ball can incorporate an automatic or
semi-automatic process that applies silicon spikes to the round ball. A “drop” process may be
used to produce the spiked ball. In the drop process, a highly viscous elastomer globule is
deposited onto the outer surface. The high viscosity globule creates the tail-shaped appearance
as it leaves a dispensing device and is deposited onto the ball. The ball is then continuously
rotated to deposit each of the spikes in continuous rows or layers as desired.
In addition to a unique tactile surface the spikes allow for a unique visual appearance.
Unique patterns can be created using a pixel approach to design. For example, the ball can have
stripes, X patterns or triangles. With computer assistance, the spikes may appear as faces, words
or other designs may be created.
The ball can be of any size based on the size of the inner ball. Smaller balls may have a
solid inner core, but hollow cores are preferred with balls greater than 2 inches in diameter.
Otherwise, the additional weight could cause a potentially dangerous impact with a person or
could cause damage to another object.
Fig. 7, the spiked design can be used for a lamp 700, such as, for example, a night light.
The lamp 700 includes a base 712, a globe 704 covered with spikes 702, and a light source 714
inside the globe. The light source may be incandescent, LED or other types of illumination. For
a night light application, typically the light source 714 would be low wattage.
Fig. 8 shows an illumination or electrical lighting circuit 800 for the lamp 700. The
circuit 800 includes a battery 816 connected to the light source 814 by a switch. The circuit 800
uses a battery 816; however, other sources of power may be used such as a plug into 112 volt
alternating current house power with a voltage reduction transformer and a rectifier circuit.
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The electrical (illumination) circuit may be in the base 712 of the lamp. In another
embodiment, an electrical power circuit is enclosed within an inflated spiked ball. The power
circuit has a motion sensor such that the light source is only illuminated when the ball receives
an impact or is otherwise moved or in motion. In this embodiment, the circuitry can be made
extremely durable so that the ball can be bounced or thrown without damage.
Numerous characteristics and advantages of the present invention have been set forth in
the foregoing description, together with details of the structure and function of the invention.
However, the disclosure is illustrative only, and changes may be made in details, especially in
matters of shape, size, and arrangement or addition of materials that are understood to be within
the scope of the invention.
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Amended Claims on October 25, 2018
1. A ball, comprising:
an inner ball having an outer surface; and
a plurality of protrusions on the outer surface.
2. The ball of claim 1, wherein each of the plurality of protrusions comprises a generally
teardrop shaped mass that includes a base having a relatively flat bottom contacting the outer
surface and a narrow tip that extends from the base in a direction away from the outer surface.
3. The ball of claim 2, wherein the base of each generally teardrop shaped mass contacts
the base of each adjacent teardrop shaped mass to cover the outer surface in a substantially
continuous layer.
4. (Cancelled).
5. The ball of claim 2, wherein the base of each generally teardrop shaped mass is
positioned a discrete distance from the base of each adjacent generally teardrop shaped mass.
6. The ball of claim 2, wherein each generally teardrop shaped mass comprises an
elastomer globule deposited on the outer surface.
7. The ball of claim 6, wherein the elastomer globule comprises silicon rubber.
8. The ball of claim 1, wherein the plurality of protrusions comprises a layer of spikes
around the outer surface.
9. The ball of claim 1, wherein the inner ball comprises rubber, thermoplastic
polyurethane, thermoplastic rubber or polyvinyl chloride.
10. The ball of claim 1, wherein the plurality of protrusions comprises different colors
US application no. 15/598,658
configured as a pattern or design.
11. The ball of claim 1, wherein the inner ball comprises an inflatable ball with a fill
valve.
12. The ball of claim 1, wherein the inner ball comprises a spherical ball.
13. The ball of claim 1, wherein the inner ball comprises a spheroid shape.
14. The ball of claim 2, wherein the narrow tip of each teardrop shaped mass comprises a
narrow tail extending away from the outer surface wherein the tail is curved relative to a
central axis of the ball.
15. A ball, comprising:

a sphere having a relatively smooth outer surface; and
a layer of a plurality of teardrop shaped masses, each teardrop shaped mass having a
semi-rounded base with a relatively flat bottom and a narrow tip, the relatively flat bottom of
each teardrop shaped mass being positioned on the outer surface and the narrow tip extending
away from the outer surface.
16. The ball of claim 15, wherein the layer of teardrop shaped masses comprises a
substantially continuous layer around the sphere.
17. The ball of claim 15, wherein the layer of teardrop shaped masses comprises
elastomer globules deposited on the outer surface, wherein the elastomer globules bond to
each other in a substantially continuous layer.
18. The ball of claim 15, wherein each narrow tip comprises a tail having a curvature
relative to a central radius of the sphere.
19 - 20. (Cancelled).
21. The ball of claim 15, wherein the sphere comprises an inflatable ball with a smooth
outer surface.
22. (New) The ball of claim 15, wherein the sphere comprises a substantially solid core.
23. A toy consisting of a ball with a tactile surface layer, comprising:

an inner ball; and
a plurality of elastomer globules around at least a portion of the inner ball, each
elastomer globule having a semi-round base with a relatively flat bottom on the inner ball and
a narrow tail extending from the base in a direction away from the inner ball;
wherein each narrow tail curves or curls in a random direction relative to a central axis
of the inner ball; and
wherein bases of adjacent elastomer globules are bonded to each other to form a
substantially continuous layer around at least a portion of the inner ball.
24. The toy of claim 23, wherein the elastomer globules are deposited on the inner ball in
a viscous state causing each elastomer globule to have a generally non-uniform shape relative
to other elastomer globules.
25. The toy of claim 23, wherein the elastomer globules are deposited on the inner ball in
a viscous state causing the tails with random curves as elastomer globule depositing devices
are withdrawn.
26. The toy of claim 23, wherein the elastomer globules comprise different colors
configured as patterns or designs.
27. The toy of claim 23, wherein the inner ball comprises an inflatable ball.
28. The toy of claim 23, wherein the inner ball comprises a substantially solid core.
29. A ball capable of being bounced, comprising:

an inner ball comprising solid rubber;
a plurality of globules deposited on the inner ball in a viscous state thereby causing
the globules to settle onto the inner ball in randomly non-circular shapes, wherein each
globule includes a semi-round main body with a bottom on the inner ball and a randomly
curving tail extending from the main body in a direction away from the inner ball; and
wherein a portion of the main body of each globule bonds to main bodies of adjacent
globules in a substantially continuous layer.
30. A ball, consisting of:

a substantially solid inner ball having elastic properties; and
a plurality of elastomer globules on the inner ball, each elastomer globule having a
semi-globular body with a bottom on the inner ball and a tail extending from the body in a
direction away from the inner ball, wherein more than one tail includes a degree of curvature
relative to a central axis of the inner ball;
wherein a portion of the body of each elastomer globule merges with a portion of the
body of adjacent elastomer globules in a substantially continuous layer; and
wherein the elastomer globules have generally varying overall shapes with respect to
other elastomer globules.
31. The ball of claim 1, wherein the plurality of protrusions on the outer surface comprise
elastomer globules deposited on the surface of the inner ball when the elastomer globules are
in a viscous state causing the elastomer globules to settle onto the surface of the inner ball in
randomly non-circular shapes, each globule including a semi-globular body with a relatively
flat bottom on the outer surface of the inner ball and a randomly curving tail extending from
the body in a direction away from the outer surface of the inner ball;
wherein a portion of the body of each elastomer globule bonds to portions of bodies of
adjacent elastomer globules in a substantially continuous layer.
32. The ball of claim 16, wherein the substantially continuous layer of the plurality of
teardrop shaped masses conceals the appearance of the sphere.
ABSTRACT
A spiked ball includes an inflatable ball having an outer surface and a series of
protrusions on the outer surface. The protrusion each appear as a tear-dropped shape mass that
includes a base having a relatively flat bottom adhered to the outer surface and a narrow tip
extending away from the outer surface. The narrow tip may also appear as a curved tale.
The spikes provide a unique tactile feel and a surface for gripping that is different than
other balls. The spikes also cause the ball to contact or “grab” the ground to create a unique
bounce.
Exhibit 10
U.S. Patent Application No. 15/982,513


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