Patents by Inventor Jafar Abdulla Abdulkader

Jafar Abdulla Abdulkader 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).

  • Starting gate and timing device
    Patent number: 7477133
    Abstract: A starting gate and timing device for foot races includes a frame and a plurality of levered restraints disposed across a track. Each of the levered restraints includes a barrier portion which is adapted to prevent a runner from crossing the start line before the barrier is moved out of the way. Each of the barrier portions also includes an audio speaker for alerting a runner of the start of a race. A scoreboard, timer and sensor are also provided for timing the race. A control system for controlling a start of a race is provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 2004
    Date of Patent: January 13, 2009
    Inventor: Jafar Abdulla Abdulkader