Patents by Inventor Roy E. McCrory

Roy E. McCrory 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: 4566214
    Abstract: An improved wildfowl decoy featuring electromechanical means for lifelike motion when operated upon water. Anchored the same as regular wildfowl decoy it, while operating, moves continuously and produces a continuous outflow of ripples upon the water surrounding it. It is uncomplicated, durable long running, and cost is low.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 27, 1984
    Date of Patent: January 28, 1986
    Inventors: Michael L. McCrory, Roy E. McCrory
  • Patent number: 4422257
    Abstract: An array of hollow body wildfowl decoys operatively connected each to the others in a carrousel type configuration such that a plurality of auxiliary decoys are pulled around a central control decoy in which is housed electromechanical means for such accomplishment. Movements of auxiliary decoys are characterized by intermittent starts, stops, and direction changes to give the array lifelike appearance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 1981
    Date of Patent: December 27, 1983
    Inventor: Roy E. McCrory
  • Patent number: 4322908
    Abstract: A improved animated wildfowl decoy with self-contained power and control systems featuring selectable solar energy power or alternative battery power, continuous solar energy re-charge of battery, unique new highly efficient capstan type torque conversion system, positive movement back and forth across the water, automatic direction reversal, sporatic movements, and unaffected by wind, currents or shallow water.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 29, 1980
    Date of Patent: April 6, 1982
    Inventor: Roy E. McCrory