Patents by Inventor Thomas J. Bukur

Thomas J. Bukur 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: 6283413
    Abstract: A rotary flying device comprising an airfoil having an axis of rotation means for rotation thereabout, a stabilizer disk mounted on said airfoil, a bearing assembly means attached to said axis of rotation means, and a bridle means attached to said bearing assembly means for receiving a support line.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 20, 1999
    Date of Patent: September 4, 2001
    Inventor: Thomas J. Bukur
  • Patent number: 5954297
    Abstract: A rotary flying device comprising an inflatable airfoil having an axis of rotation for rotation thereabout, an inflatable stabilizer disk mounted on the airfoil, a bearing assembly attached to the axis of rotation, and a bridle attached to the bearing assembly for receiving a support line. The airfoil is provided with one or more ribs for providing rigidity thereto. Alternatively, or simultaneously, the airfoil is provided with end caps or a periphery cage member for providing the necessary rigidity thereto.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 3, 1997
    Date of Patent: September 21, 1999
    Inventor: Thomas J. Bukur
  • Patent number: 5598988
    Abstract: A rotating flying device of the type having an airfoil and a stabilizer disk is disclosed. The flying device uses novel three-hole bearings to allow for flight with streamers. Further, the flying device may be folded for ease in transportation or storage. Stabilizing elements are used to hold the disk in a flying position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 13, 1995
    Date of Patent: February 4, 1997
    Inventor: Thomas J. Bukur