Patents by Inventor David R. Neidert

David R. Neidert 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).

  • Patent number: 11807345
    Abstract: A modular flotation device comprises a first elongated rigid pontoon module comprising a first pontoon section and a second pontoon section, a second elongated rigid pontoon module comprising a third pontoon section and a fourth pontoon section, and an intermediate frame module comprising longitudinal members extending substantially parallel to the first and second elongated rigid pontoon modules, and lateral members extending substantially perpendicular to the first and second elongated rigid pontoon modules. The first, second, third, and fourth pontoon sections can comprise identical connection profiles and are interchangeable with one another.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 14, 2021
    Date of Patent: November 7, 2023
    Assignee: Tillicum International, Inc.
    Inventor: David R. Neidert
  • Publication number: 20210316820
    Abstract: A modular flotation device comprises a first elongated rigid pontoon module comprising a first pontoon section and a second pontoon section, a second elongated rigid pontoon module comprising a third pontoon section and a fourth pontoon section, and an intermediate frame module comprising longitudinal members extending substantially parallel to the first and second elongated rigid pontoon modules, and lateral members extending substantially perpendicular to the first and second elongated rigid pontoon modules. The first, second, third, and fourth pontoon sections can comprise identical connection profiles and are interchangeable with one another.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 14, 2021
    Publication date: October 14, 2021
    Inventor: David R. Neidert
  • Patent number: 7587986
    Abstract: A modular personal flotation system comprising, at least in part, rigid, seamless, non-woven modules, such as a seat module and various pontoon modules, formed by the process of rotational molding or blow molding, from a Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE), High Density Polyethylene (HDPE), or similar molding resin. The pontoon modules each have a rigid shape, which makes it both unnecessary to inflate and vastly improves the resistance to loss of flotation, creating safer conditions for the user. The pontoon modules are also tolerant of significant relative pressure changes without substantial deformation or change in its shape. Vent hole(s) formed during the molding process are closed to water ingestion via a low-cost bleeder valve assembly. An integral luggage rack can also be molded as part of the center seat module, positioned behind the seat. Open drain holes molded through the seat module double as slots to receive a backpacking harness.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 26, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 15, 2009
    Assignee: Tillicum International, Inc.
    Inventors: David R. Neidert, Kelly A. Harward, Edward G. VanNimwegen
  • Publication number: 20070249246
    Abstract: A modular personal flotation system comprising, at least in part, rigid, seamless, non-woven modules, such as a seat module and various pontoon modules, formed by the process of rotational molding or blow molding, from a Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE), High Density Polyethylene (HDPE), or similar molding resin. The pontoon modules each have a rigid shape, which makes it both unnecessary to inflate and vastly improves the resistance to loss of flotation, creating safer conditions for the user. The pontoon modules are also tolerant of significant relative pressure changes without substantial deformation or change in its shape. Vent hole(s) formed during the molding process are closed to water ingestion via a low-cost bleeder valve assembly. An integral luggage rack can also be molded as part of the center seat module, positioned behind the seat. Open drain holes molded through the seat module double as slots to receive a backpacking harness.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 26, 2007
    Publication date: October 25, 2007
    Inventors: David R. Neidert, Kelly A. Harward, Edward G. VanNimwegen