Patents by Inventor Harry W. Martin

Harry W. Martin 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).

  • Mailbox unit
    Patent number: 5678757
    Abstract: A mailbox unit comprising a hollow housing member mounted on a support member affixed to a base. Hinges are connected to the housing member and support member for allowing the mailbox to tilt upon being struck by a damaging lateral force. The base has a bottom that comprises a beveled outer portion that converges downward defining a generally conical shape with a flat center portion which permits the mailbox unit to rock after being subjected to a damaging lateral force.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 11, 1995
    Date of Patent: October 21, 1997
    Inventor: Harry W. Martin
  • Paint saver and can seal protector
    Patent number: 4964527
    Abstract: A tool that prohibits excess paint from draining down onto the top of a paint can and then into the sealing groove, when the brush is wiped on top of the can. The tool is comprised of a round tube (10) with a vee trough (22) around the outside diameter (18). A series of rectangular holes (24) is incorporated around the inside of the vee trough (22) which allows the paint to drain back into the can. The tool incorporates a shoulder (20) and a tapered side (12) to locate said tool in the paint can.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 1989
    Date of Patent: October 23, 1990
    Inventor: Harry W. Martin