Patents by Inventor Gerald W. Clayton

Gerald W. Clayton 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).

  • Apparatus and method for passive ventilation of buildings
    Patent number: 6077159
    Abstract: An apparatus and method for passive ventilation of buildings includes a bracket which cradles an air permeable member. The bracket and cradled air permeable member are interposed in air pathways comprising air inlets and air outlets for the building. The bracket provides a substantial area for air flow through the air permeable material, but is low profile, assists in the structural strength of the connection of building parts, and deters damage or deformation of building parts when installed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 5, 1996
    Date of Patent: June 20, 2000
    Assignee: CTI Building Systems
    Inventor: Gerald W. Clayton