IP Library Granted Patent US 10,201,747
Granted Patent B2
US 10,201,747 · App. 15/370,420 · Granted Feb 12, 2019

Multilayered ergonomic grip for handheld controllers

Inventor: Ashish Mistry (Atlanta, GA)
Assignee: KONTROLFREEK, LLC
A63F13/24A63F13/98
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Patent No.
US 10,201,747
App. No.
15/370,420
Granted
Feb 12, 2019
Kind
B2
Abstract

Disclosed are various embodiments for a multilayered ergonomic handheld controller grip. The multilayered aspect allows for flexibility and functionality in providing the user a moisture wicking, texturized, durable, antimicrobial, cushioned, and re-attachable customized grip for a handheld controller. The removable embodiment allows for customization and optimization to a user's own physical characteristics eliminating standard fit designs and providing unique customization for enhanced user performance.

Claims (48)

1. A system, comprising:

a handheld video game controller;

a first grip configured to removably attach to a first handle portion of the handheld video game controller by wrapping around the first handle portion;

a second grip configured to removably attach to a second handle portion of the handheld video game controller by wrapping around the second handle portion;

wherein each of the first grip and the second grip comprise a grip body sized and shaped for attachment to the first handle portion and the second handle portion, respectively, the grip body comprising:

an adhesive layer comprising an adhesive that adheres the grip body to an exterior surface of the handle portion, wherein the adhesive permits the grip body to be positioned and repositioned on the handle portion without additional adhesive being applied;

a texture layer having a hardened rubber substrate configured to contact a hand of an operator of the handheld video game controller, the texture layer providing a texturized grip and having an antimicrobial property; and

a comfort layer positioned between the adhesive layer and the texture layer, wherein the comfort layer comprises a microcellular foam substrate that absorbs pressure and contours to the hand of the operator.

2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the adhesive layer is double sided with one side being capable of attachment and removal to the exterior surface of the handle portion of the handheld video game controller and the other side comprising a permanent attachment to the comfort layer.

3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the comfort layer is made of a porous material that facilitates shock absorption.

4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the comfort layer comprises a gel structure having a cooling property.

5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the texture layer is texturized with a grit-based substrate that prevents a sliding of the hand of the operator.

6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the hardened rubber substrate is configured to repel moisture produced from the hand of the operator.

7. The system of claim 1 , wherein the adhesive is adapted to leave no residue on the exterior surface of the handheld video game controller when the grip body is removed from the handle portion.

8. The system of claim 1 , wherein the grip body further comprises:

a first portion positioned on a front side of the handle portion of the handheld video game controller facing the operator; and

a second portion positioned on a rear side of the handle portion of the handheld video game controller.

9. The system of claim 8 , wherein the grip body comprises a U-shaped recess positioned between the front side and the rear side that facilitates an application and folding of the grip body, the U-shaped recess being on a top portion of the grip body.

10. The system of claim 9 , wherein the grip body further comprises a projecting portion extending downward from the grip body and being offset from the U-shaped recess.

11. The system of claim 10 , wherein the projecting portion is defined by a first bottom recess and a second bottom recess.

12. A grip configured to removably attach to a handle portion of a handheld controller, the grip comprising:

a grip body sized and shaped for removable attachment to the handheld controller by wrapping around the handle portion of the handheld controller, the grip body comprising:

an adhesive layer comprising an adhesive that adheres the grip body to an exterior surface of the handle portion, wherein the adhesive permits the grip body to be positioned and repositioned on the handle portion without additional adhesive being applied, wherein the adhesive is adapted to leave no residue on the exterior surface of the handheld controller when the grip body is removed from the handle portion;

a texture layer configured to contact a hand of an operator of the handheld controller, the texture layer having a hardened rubber substrate that provides a texturized grip; and

a comfort layer positioned between the adhesive layer and the texture layer, wherein the comfort layer is constructed of material that absorbs pressure and is capable of contouring to the hand of the operator.

13. The grip of claim 12 , wherein:

the adhesive layer is double sided with one side being configured to removably attach to the exterior surface of the handle portion of the handheld controller and the other side comprising a permanent attachment to the comfort layer;

the comfort layer is made of a porous material that facilitates shock absorption and comprises a gel structure having a cooling property; and

the texture layer is texturized with a grit-based substrate that prevents a sliding of the hand of the operator, the hardened rubber substrate being configured to repel moisture produced from the hand of the operator.

14. The grip of claim 12 , wherein the grip body further comprises:

a first portion positioned on a first side of the handle portion of the handheld controller facing the operator;

a second portion positioned on a second side of the handle portion of the handheld controller;

a U-shaped recess positioned between the first side and the second side that facilitates an application and folding of the grip body, the U-shaped recess being on a top portion of the grip body; and

a projecting portion extending downward from the grip body and being offset from the U-shaped recess.

15. The grip of claim 14 , wherein the projecting portion is defined by a first bottom recess and a second bottom recess.

16. A method, comprising:

providing a handheld controller;

attaching a first grip to a first handle portion of the handheld controller by wrapping the first grip around the first handle portion;

attaching a second grip to a second handle portion of the handheld controller by wrapping around the second handle portion; and

wherein each of the first grip and the second grip comprise a grip body sized and shaped for attachment to the first handle portion and the second handle portion, respectively, the grip body comprising:

an adhesive layer comprising an adhesive that adheres the grip body to an exterior surface of the handle portion, wherein the adhesive permits the grip body to be positioned and repositioned on the handle portion without additional adhesive being applied;

a texture layer having a hardened rubber substrate configured to contact a hand of an operator of the handheld controller, the texture layer providing a texturized grip and having an antimicrobial property; and

a comfort layer positioned between the adhesive layer and the texture layer, wherein the comfort layer comprises a microcellular foam substrate that absorbs pressure and contours to the hand of the operator.

17. The method of claim 16 , wherein the grip body further comprises:

a first portion positioned on a first side of the handle portion of the handheld controller facing the operator;

a second portion positioned on a second side of the handle portion of the handheld controller;

a U-shaped recess positioned between the first side and the second side that facilitates an application and folding of the grip body, the U-shaped recess being on a top portion of the grip body; and

a projecting portion extending downward from the grip body and being offset from the U-shaped recess.

Assignments (7)
MERGER Recorded Mar 30, 2026
From: STEEL SERIES APS
To: GN AUDIO A/S
Reel/Frame 075299/0257 →
CHANGE OF ADDRESS Recorded Mar 30, 2026
From: STEEL SERIES APS
To: STEEL SERIES APS
Reel/Frame 075299/0218 →
CHANGE OF ADDRESS Recorded Mar 30, 2026
From: STEEL SERIES APS
To: STEEL SERIES APS
Reel/Frame 075299/0264 →
MERGER Recorded Mar 30, 2026
From: GN AUDIO A/S
To: GN HEARING A/S
Reel/Frame 075299/0271 →
NUNC PRO TUNC ASSIGNMENT Recorded Jan 23, 2025
From: STEELSERIES APS
To: GN AUDIO A/S
Reel/Frame 069988/0735 →
ASSIGNMENT OF ASSIGNOR'S INTEREST Recorded Aug 31, 2021
From: KONTROLFREEK, LLC
To: STEELSERIES APS
Reel/Frame 057342/0195 →
ASSIGNMENT OF ASSIGNOR'S INTEREST Recorded Dec 31, 2018
From: MISTRY, ASHISH
To: KONTROLFREEK, LLC
Reel/Frame 047874/0834 →
Continuity (1)
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