Patents by Inventor Michael A. Gillihan

Michael A. Gillihan 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).

  • Fishing Lure
    Publication number: 20220095600
    Abstract: A bait cage assembly is provided for use in fishing. The assembly includes a cage that is fixedly mounted on the hook in such a way that the cage does not hinder the hooks ability to impale game fish. The cage includes a pivotal back cover user to open and close the cage for refilling with bait. In addition, the cage is made up of material that is durable enough to withstand the underwater environment, but is also permeable enough to release the scent of the bait contained inside.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 4, 2021
    Publication date: March 31, 2022
    Applicant: Captive Fishing Products, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael A. Gillihan
  • Fishing lure
    Patent number: 11134666
    Abstract: A bait cage assembly is provided for use in fishing. The assembly includes a cage that is fixedly mounted on the hook in such a way that the cage does not hinder the hooks ability to impale game fish. The cage includes a pivotal back cover user to open and close the cage for refilling with bait. In addition, the cage is made up of material that is durable enough to withstand the underwater environment, but is also permeable enough to release the scent of the bait contained inside.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 2016
    Date of Patent: October 5, 2021
    Assignee: Captive Fishing Products, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael A. Gillihan
  • Fishing Lure
    Publication number: 20170105400
    Abstract: A bait cage assembly is provided for use in fishing. The assembly includes a cage that is fixedly mounted on the hook in such a way that the cage does not hinder the hooks ability to impale game fish. The cage includes a pivotal back cover user to open and close the cage for refilling with bait. In addition, the cage is made up of material that is durable enough to withstand the underwater environment, but is also permeable enough to release the scent of the bait contained inside.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 18, 2016
    Publication date: April 20, 2017
    Applicant: Captive Fishing Products, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael A. Gillihan
  • Refillable Bait Bag Having Reclosable Opening
    Publication number: 20100325938
    Abstract: A bait bag and hook combination is provided for use in fishing. The bait bag and hook combination includes a bag that is fixedly mounted on the hook in such a way that the bag does not hinder the hooks ability to impale game fish. The bag includes an easy-opening and re-closing apparatus for efficient refilling of the bag. In addition, the bag is made up of material that is durable enough to withstand the underwater environment, but is also permeable enough to release the scent of the bait contained inside.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 24, 2010
    Publication date: December 30, 2010
    Inventor: Michael A. Gillihan
  • Refillable bait bag and integrated hook
    Patent number: 7490432
    Abstract: A bait bag and hook combination is provided for use in fishing. The bait bag and hook combination includes a bag that is fixedly mounted on the hook in such a way that the bag does not hinder the hooks ability to impale game fish. The bag includes an easy-opening and re-closing apparatus for efficient refilling of the bag. In addition, the bag is made up of material that is durable enough to withstand the underwater environment, but is also permeable enough to release the scent of the bait contained inside.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 23, 2007
    Date of Patent: February 17, 2009
    Inventor: Michael A. Gillihan
  • Refillable bait bag and integrated hook
    Publication number: 20080229650
    Abstract: A bait bag and hook combination is provided for use in fishing. The bait bag and hook combination includes a bag that is fixedly mounted on the hook in such a way that the bag does not hinder the hooks ability to impale game fish. The bag includes an easy-opening and re-closing apparatus for efficient refilling of the bag. In addition, the bag is made up of material that is durable enough to withstand the underwater environment, but is also permeable enough to release the scent of the bait contained inside.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 23, 2007
    Publication date: September 25, 2008
    Inventor: Michael A. Gillihan