Patents by Inventor Richard L Gaither

Richard L Gaither 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: 7077251
    Abstract: An apparatus for an easy to identify, flexible, foldable tubular-like cover 12 for suitcases 14 having elastic 16 positioned within at least one distal end and having a slot 22 for a handle, slot 28 for wheels, a plurality of pockets 34, pouches 26 and umbrella pouch 30 and an additional element comprising a zippered 38 flap 36 providing access to the interior without the necessity of removing the cover. The device 10 allows a user to easily recognize their luggage at airports, bus terminals, train stations and hotels by the personal cover design 20 of the device. The device 10 is washable, lightweight and foldable for easy storage when not in use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 24, 2004
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2006
    Inventor: Richard L Gaither