Patents by Inventor Frederick S. Crownover

Frederick S. Crownover 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: 4203495
    Abstract: A device having combined features of a glove and a garden tool is disclosed. The device includes a glove element having a bar grip installed therein, with a tool element attached to the bar grip. In one embodiment, a horizontal bar grip is employed in conjunction with a tool element having forks or tines, such as a rake. In a second embodiment, a vertical bar grip is employed in conjunction with a tool element which has the form of a scoop or spade. An additional feature includes the attachment of a bracket on the upper, forward portion of the glove element to receive a second tool element which is detachably connected thereto. Alternatively, a bracket for receiving a second tool element may be affixed directly to the shaft of the main fixed tool element. Also, a threaded connection may be employed for attachment of the tool element which is connected directly to the bar grip. The bar grip may be provided with grooves or ridges to allow the bar to be gripped more firmly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 2, 1978
    Date of Patent: May 20, 1980
    Inventor: Frederick S. Crownover
  • Patent number: 4164087
    Abstract: A hoop-shaped device for displaying information such as the name of a football or basketball team is disclosed. A ball-shaped member is attached to the center portion of the device, and this ball member may be convertible from the shape of a football to that of a basketball, for example. A series of creases are provided in the hoop portion for ease of installation on uneven surfaces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 9, 1977
    Date of Patent: August 14, 1979
    Inventor: Frederick S. Crownover
  • Patent number: 4089379
    Abstract: A device having combined features of a glove and a garden tool is disclosed. The device includes a glove element having a bar grip installed therein, with a tool element attached to the bar grip. In one embodiment, a horizontal bar grip is employed in conjunction with a tool element having forks or tines, such as a rake. In a second embodiment, a vertical bar grip is employed in conjunction with a tool element which has the form of a scoop or spade.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 19, 1977
    Date of Patent: May 16, 1978
    Inventor: Frederick S. Crownover