Bettendorf, IA, United States of America

Douglas Michael Kratz

This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent and 1 published patent application. Top assignee: One, Inc.. Active years: 2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Douglas Michael Kratz. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/douglas-michael-kratz

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Years Active: 2026

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Title: Douglas Michael Kratz: Inventor of a Portable Softball Pitching Lane.

Introduction

Douglas Michael Kratz is an inventor associated with Bettendorf, Iowa. His patent work addresses a practical need in softball training: a pitching lane that can be moved when not in use and remain stable during use.

Latest Patents

Kratz is credited with 1 patent: “Portable Pitching Lane for Softball.” The invention describes a lane comprising a foundation layer, a surface layer, and a pitching rubber. It is designed to be portable between uses while staying in place during pitching.

Career Highlights

Kratz’s listed invention focuses on making softball pitching practice more flexible by combining portability with stability. He is associated with One, Inc.

Collaborations

Kratz’s listed coworkers include Andrew Kerr and John Robert Pieritz, Jr.

Conclusion

Douglas Michael Kratz’s patent for a portable softball pitching lane reflects an inventive approach to creating adaptable, stable equipment for softball practice.

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