Patents by Inventor Dieter Behrmann

Dieter Behrmann 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 support apparatus for segments of an amusement slide
    Patent number: 4220326
    Abstract: This invention relates to improvements in a slide support structure. The slide surface is comprised of a plurality of curved and straight segments, joined end to end to form the slide surface. The support includes a plurality of bearer support segments corresponding generally to the slide segments. The invention here relates to the spaced bearing connections between the two which allows for relative vertical and horizontal movements to align for and adjust for minor differences in the curvature of the related slide and support segments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 5, 1979
    Date of Patent: September 2, 1980
    Inventors: Klaus Becker, Dieter Behrmann
  • Slide
    Patent number: 4196900
    Abstract: A slide is provided with a simplified support construction involving a reduced number of parts at reduced cost. Also, the appearance of the slide is improved by placing a substantial portion of the reduced support directly under the slide path. Each slide path may include only four vertical supports with the slide supported on those supports with only four cantilevered brackets. The brackets hold four girder segments extending end-to-end directly under the slide path.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 3, 1978
    Date of Patent: April 8, 1980
    Assignee: DEMAG Aktiengesellschaft
    Inventors: Klaus Becker, Uwe Lichtenvort, Dieter Behrmann
  • Slide
    Patent number: 4145042
    Abstract: A slide is provided, preferably a water slide, which is self-supporting and may be erected adjacent any amusement location. The slide of the invention provides a substantially longer sliding surface for the amusement of users without requiring an inclined ground surface for support of the slideway. The slide incorporates a pathway for ascending the slide, and preferably a water supply facility to enhance the sliding action. The entire structure is supported on one or more vertical supports resting on the ground.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 3, 1977
    Date of Patent: March 20, 1979
    Assignee: DEMAG Aktiengesellschaft
    Inventors: Klaus Becker, Uwe Lichtenvort, Dieter Behrmann