Patents by Inventor John M. Hodkinson

John M. Hodkinson 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: 5373422
    Abstract: A light panel as used by photographers comprises a framework and a fabric sheet attached releasably to the framework. The framework is produced by interconnecting a plurality of elongated frame members provided at their ends with jointing elements of annular form which can be coupled in face-to-face relationship in a plurality of relative angular configurations. Plugs are fitted in the aligned bores of the jointing elements; the plugs include spring-loaded push-buttons which are pressed to permit separation of the coupled jointing elements.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 1993
    Date of Patent: December 13, 1994
    Inventor: John M. Hodkinson