Patents by Inventor Roy D. Trussell

Roy D. Trussell 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: 20020095861
    Abstract: A tarp suitable for protecting plants during frost and freezing nights is disclosed. The tarp preferably comprises of two sheets that are stitched together at their perimeter to form insulative air gaps therebetween. The top sheet is preferably nylon reinforced polyethylene, coated with a white or metallic coating to reflect sunshine. The bottom sheet is preferably spun-bonded polypropylene. Such a tarp has shown suitable results in protecting plants from frost and freeze damage even without the use of supports or external heat sources, and may be laid directly onto sensitive plants. Yet, the reflective nature of the top sheet prevents the plants from growing too hot during those times of day when the tarp is exposed to direct sunlight. Additionally, the air gaps in between the top and bottom sheets may be replaced by a third layer of bubble wrap placed between the top and bottom sheets.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 23, 2001
    Publication date: July 25, 2002
    Inventor: Roy D. Trussell