Patents by Inventor Michael Roy Hinman

Michael Roy Hinman 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).

  • Surf craft snap-in fin system
    Patent number: 6764364
    Abstract: A system for attaching fins to surfboards and other surf craft utilizing plugs embedded into openings in the body of the board, these plugs having slotted openings which receive tapered tabs protruding from the bottom surface of the fin. The tabs are removably secured by engagement springs enabling the fins to be removed for transport or upon damage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 21, 2002
    Date of Patent: July 20, 2004
    Inventors: Scott Noble Hickman, Michael Roy Hinman