Patents by Inventor George D. Hopkins, Jr.

George D. Hopkins, Jr. 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: 4513545
    Abstract: A prefabricated structure of at least two stories comprised of a vertically stacked modular core and interlocking system of panelized component room elements erected upon a monolithic concrete slab. The subject modular core is composed of three units each built upon a base pallet and featuring pre-finished walls, cabinets, appliances, fixtures, floor coverings and containing an integrated plumbing, mechanical and electrical system which services the dwelling. Said core modules and plurality of room elements are manufactured utilizing mass production techniques and transported to the building site. The lower core module contains a kitchen, central hallway, a portion of the staircase, and powder room facilities. Panelized room elements appended to the front and rear of the lower core form a living room and dining/den area.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 20, 1982
    Date of Patent: April 30, 1985
    Inventor: George D. Hopkins, Jr.