Patents by Inventor Bud Smith

Bud Smith has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Screw retention mechanism for screw drivers
    Patent number: 9375830
    Abstract: Embodiments of the claimed invention are directed to a screw and screw driver which provides for a screw that is held in position on the driver for use in a variety of applications including surgery, auto mechanics, carpentry or any field where a screw driver instrument could be used. After the screw is driven into place, the driver is easily released and removed from the screw.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2014
    Date of Patent: June 28, 2016
    Assignee: SpineSmith Partners, L.P.
    Inventors: Richard J. Kana, Rodney Bud Smith
  • SCREW RETENTION MECHANISM FOR SCREW DRIVERS
    Publication number: 20140260833
    Abstract: Embodiments of the claimed invention are directed to to a screw and screw driver which provides for a screw that is held in position on the driver for use in a variety of applications including surgery, auto mechanics, carpentry or any field where a screw driver instrument could be used. After the screw is driven into place, the driver is easily released and removed from the screw.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: SpineSmith Partners, L.P.
    Inventors: Richard J. Kana, Rodney Bud Smith
  • Tiltable trailer for loading, unloading and transporting containers
    Patent number: 5324160
    Abstract: A tiltable trailer and container system having a trailer with a tilt frame. When a container on the frame is released or coupled from the trailer it will move rearwardly under the influence of gravity to an off-loading position. The container is loaded by a winch and cable attachable to the container to roll the container onto the trailer. The container is provided with removable or selectively positionable wheels or rollers. The system also includes cartons which are stackable in the container for containment of freight and household items.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 24, 1992
    Date of Patent: June 28, 1994
    Inventor: Bud Smith