Patents by Inventor Roy T. Howard

Roy T. Howard 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: 5062185
    Abstract: A concealable tie clasp is constructed in a manner such that it attaches to the button hole edge of a shirt and slidably engages the designer label which is generally sewn onto the rear surface of the front panel of a four-in-hand necktie. The tie clasp engages the shirt by means of a spring-loaded type of alligator clip. A vertically elongated holding loop is disposed on the forward surface of the alligator clip for engaging the designer label. Once the tie is engaged by the holding loop the tie remains generally centered above the vertical row of buttons on the shirt, yet is permitted limited vertical and horizontal movement.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 29, 1990
    Date of Patent: November 5, 1991
    Inventor: Roy T. Howard
  • Patent number: 4927048
    Abstract: A protective covering for the closure lid of a beverage can has a tear-away access strip which exposes the pull-tab and pouring aperture. The access strip remains attached to the protective covering even after tearing to expose the pouring aperture. The covering is adhered to the can in a closely conforming manner so as not to interfere with the normal 6-pack clustering and stacking of the cans.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 14, 1986
    Date of Patent: May 22, 1990
    Inventor: Roy T. Howard