Patents by Inventor Randy Wayne Hopper

Randy Wayne Hopper 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: 9815540
    Abstract: A storage system for a boat includes one or more storage compartments situated in a bow of a boat. An air flow path includes an air inlet opening, the storage compartment, and an air outlet opening. A fan is situated to move air along the air flow path. The fan may be positioned proximate one of the air inlet and the air outlet, for example.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2016
    Date of Patent: November 14, 2017
    Assignee: RANGER BOATS, LLC
    Inventors: Randy Wayne Hopper, Bradley G. Garringer
  • Publication number: 20170088246
    Abstract: A storage system for a boat includes one or more storage compartments situated in a bow of a boat. An air flow path includes an air inlet opening, the storage compartment, and an air outlet opening. A fan is situated to move air along the air flow path. The fan may be positioned proximate one of the air inlet and the air outlet, for example.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 12, 2016
    Publication date: March 30, 2017
    Inventors: Randy Wayne HOPPER, Bradley G. GARRINGER
  • Patent number: 9533749
    Abstract: A storage system for a boat includes one or more storage compartments situated in a bow of a boat. An air flow path includes an air inlet opening, the storage compartment, and an air outlet opening. A fan is situated to move air along the air flow path. The fan may be positioned proximate one of the air inlet and the air outlet, for example.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 3, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 3, 2017
    Assignee: RANGER BOATS, LLC
    Inventors: Randy Wayne Hopper, Bradley G. Garringer
  • Publication number: 20160159449
    Abstract: A storage system for a boat includes one or more storage compartments situated in a bow of a boat. An air flow path includes an air inlet opening, the storage compartment, and an air outlet opening. A fan is situated to move air along the air flow path. The fan may be positioned proximate one of the air inlet and the air outlet, for example.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 3, 2015
    Publication date: June 9, 2016
    Inventors: Randy Wayne Hopper, Bradley G. Garringer
  • Patent number: 9120550
    Abstract: A storage system for a boat includes one or more storage compartments situated in a bow of a boat. An air flow path includes an air inlet opening, the storage compartment, and an air outlet opening. A fan is situated to move air along the air flow path. The fan may be positioned proximate one of the air inlet and the air outlet, for example.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 11, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 1, 2015
    Assignee: Ranger Boats, LLC
    Inventors: Randy Wayne Hopper, Bradley G. Garringer
  • Publication number: 20140360421
    Abstract: A storage system for a boat includes one or more storage compartments situated in a bow of a boat. An air flow path includes an air inlet opening, the storage compartment, and an air outlet opening. A fan is situated to move air along the air flow path. The fan may be positioned proximate one of the air inlet and the air outlet, for example.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 11, 2013
    Publication date: December 11, 2014
    Inventors: Randy Wayne Hopper, Bradley G. Garringer
  • Publication number: 20110042919
    Abstract: The present invention relates to polyurea composition coated trailers and methods of making the same. In an embodiment, the present invention is directed to a trailer comprising a frame having a front side and a back side, at least one axle coupled to the frame, a plurality of wheels coupled to the at least one axle, and a polyurea coating, wherein the polyurea coating encapsulates at least a portion of the frame. In an embodiment, the present invention is directed to a method for protecting a metal trailer from corrosion comprising cleaning the surfaces of a metal trailer and applying a layer of a polyurea composition to the surfaces of the metal trailer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 2, 2010
    Publication date: February 24, 2011
    Applicant: Project Boat Management, LLC
    Inventor: Randy Wayne Hopper
  • Patent number: 7837215
    Abstract: The present invention relates to polyurea composition coated trailers and methods of making the same. In an embodiment, the present invention is directed to a trailer comprising a frame having a front side and a back side, at least one axle coupled to the frame, a plurality of wheels coupled to the at least one axle, and a polyurea coating, wherein the polyurea coating encapsulates at least a portion of the frame. In an embodiment, the present invention is directed to a method for protecting a metal trailer from corrosion comprising cleaning the surfaces of a metal trailer and applying a layer of a polyurea composition to the surfaces of the metal trailer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 4, 2006
    Date of Patent: November 23, 2010
    Assignee: Project Boat Management, LLC
    Inventor: Randy Wayne Hopper
  • Patent number: 7591228
    Abstract: A boat having a deck with a deck locker is disclosed herein. The deck locker includes a compartment mounted beneath the deck, and an opening in the deck for accessing the interior of the compartment. The locker also includes a lid for covering the opening in the deck. The locker further includes a latching arrangement for releasably securing the lid in a closed position covering the opening. The latching arrangement includes a striker mounted to the lid and a latching member and actuator mounted offset from the lid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 2, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 22, 2009
    Assignee: Wood Manufacturing Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Randy Wayne Hopper, Bradley G. Garringer, Gary W. Howard
  • Publication number: 20080110387
    Abstract: A boat having a deck with a deck locker is disclosed herein. The deck locker includes a compartment mounted beneath the deck, and an opening in the deck for accessing the interior of the compartment. The locker also includes a lid for covering the opening in the deck. The locker further includes a latching arrangement for releasably securing the lid in a closed position covering the opening. The latching arrangement includes a striker mounted to the lid and a latching member and actuator mounted offset from the lid.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 2, 2007
    Publication date: May 15, 2008
    Applicant: Wood Manufacturing Company
    Inventors: Randy Wayne Hopper, Bradley G. Garringer, Gary W. Howard
  • Patent number: 7255053
    Abstract: A boat having a deck with a deck locker is disclosed herein. The deck locker includes a compartment mounted beneath the deck, and an opening in the deck for accessing the interior of the compartment. The locker also includes a lid for covering the opening in the deck. The locker further includes a latching arrangement for releasably securing the lid in a closed position covering the opening. The latching arrangement includes a striker mounted to the lid and a latching member and actuator mounted offset from the lid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 2005
    Date of Patent: August 14, 2007
    Assignee: Wood Manufacturing Company
    Inventors: Randy Wayne Hopper, Bradley G. Garringer, Gary W. Howard
  • Patent number: 7125032
    Abstract: The present invention relates to polyurea composition coated trailers and methods of making the same. In an embodiment, the present invention is directed to a trailer comprising a frame having a front side and a back side, at least one axle coupled to the frame, a plurality of wheels coupled to the at least one axle, and a polyurea coating, wherein the polyurea coating encapsulates at least a portion of the frame. In an embodiment, the present invention is directed to a method for protecting a metal trailer from corrosion comprising cleaning the surfaces of a metal trailer and applying a layer of a polyurea composition to the surfaces of the metal trailer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 20, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 24, 2006
    Assignee: Wood Manufacturing Company, Inc.
    Inventor: Randy Wayne Hopper