Patents by Inventor David C. Ezzy

David C. Ezzy 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).

  • Adjustable sail head tensioning device, and methods of fabricating and utilizing same
    Patent number: 5535692
    Abstract: An adjustable sail head tensioning device for tensioning the head and upper leech of a windsurfing sail. The device allows the head and upper leech to twist off in strong winds; provides more power in light winds; and makes the sail easier to handle in strong winds. The head and upper leech is supported partially by an elastic member. When the sail is unloaded, the elastic tensions the upper leech by pulling the leech into the mast. When the sail is exposed to strong winds, the elastic stretches and permits the upper leech to spill off wind, which makes the sail more controllable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 21, 1995
    Date of Patent: July 16, 1996
    Inventor: David C. Ezzy