Patents by Inventor Tommy L. Carter

Tommy L. Carter 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: 5921015
    Abstract: A fishing line release clip, having dual clamps and a design that allows the release clip to use for a variety of applications. The release clip is comprised of a clamping platform, having a clamping surfaces on either end, and amounting flange on one end. A pair of clamping plates are provided that are connected by hinges to the sidewalls of the clamping plate. Each clamping plate is provided with a sliding clamp to force the clamping plate down against the clamping platform. A resilient textured clamping pad is provided beneath each clamping plate. In one embodiment, the clamping pads are provided with bosses fitting sockets in the clamping plate and the clamping platform. The flange end of the clamping platform includes a pair of V-shaped grooves for receiving a cable to securely lock the cable to the release clip.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 22, 1996
    Date of Patent: July 13, 1999
    Assignee: E-Z Catch and Company
    Inventors: Roger T. Newell, Tommy L. Carter
  • Patent number: 4891848
    Abstract: There is disclosed an improved pillow assembly, especially designed for use when bathing. The assembly includes an independent head-shoulder support unit and an unattached independent body support unit. Both units are constructed of two layers of material, one being of an air entraining material and the other a suitable firm, rubberized material. The layers form a unit construction which is covered with a waterproof covering. The units are equipped with suction devices for securing them to surfaces. In use, the units provide support for the head and shoulders and also the body of a user in, for example, a bathtub.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 1988
    Date of Patent: January 9, 1990
    Inventor: Tommy L. Carter
  • Patent number: D374062
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 1995
    Date of Patent: September 24, 1996
    Assignee: E-Z Catch & Company
    Inventor: Tommy L. Carter
  • Patent number: D394201
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 25, 1996
    Date of Patent: May 12, 1998
    Assignee: E-Z Catch and Company
    Inventors: Roger Newell, Tommy L. Carter