Patents by Inventor Richard Coffelt

Richard Coffelt 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).

  • Publication number: 20050023431
    Abstract: The present invention teaches a machine combining the operations of a bicycle repair station and a bicycle product vending machine. The device combines a bike rack, a tether and at least one bike tool secured to the device by the tether. It may further comprise an air compressor, advertising, and a base to secure it to the ground, a concrete pad, to a bike rack not directly secured to the machine or other ancillary devices, and may be solar powered for use in locations not having electricity. In a method embodiment a machine offering bike related products and repair facilities may be located at high bike traffic locations such as local, state or national parks, bike paths, velodromes, etc. Products dispensed may particularly include inner tubes, pumps, brake pads, nuts, bolts, tools, helmets, lights, safety devices, rain gear, weather related apparel and gear, and merchandise for the rider as well as the bike.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 30, 2003
    Publication date: February 3, 2005
    Inventor: Richard Coffelt