Patents by Inventor Troy E. Shockley

Troy E. Shockley 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: 6199877
    Abstract: A transformable mechanics creeper is disclosed having an elongated creeper frame which includes a base assembly and a seat assembly interconnected by an interlinking connector frame pivotally connected to the base assembly and the seat assembly. The interlinking connector frame has a first pivot position in which the seat assembly is positioned generally in horizontal alignment with the base assembly for defining a creeper position, and a second pivot position in which the seat assembly is positioned generally in vertical alignment with the base assembly to define a seating position wherein the seat assembly and the base assembly support a worker in an upright seating position. A slidable roller frame supports the seat assembly and provides mobility in the creeper position. In the seat position, the roller frame may be retracted for a small footprint or extended for increased support or a utility shelf.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 7, 2000
    Date of Patent: March 13, 2001
    Inventor: Troy E. Shockley
  • Patent number: 6164625
    Abstract: A portable engine hoist which folds into a compact storage position. The base of the hoist is equipped with two support wheels. Two elongated legs extend from the base and are adapted to receive leg extensions. The leg extensions are provided with wheels at one end and the other end can be inserted into a leg. An upright post extends from a base support and carries a pivotally mounted lifting beam at its top end. A mechanical or hydraulic jack operates to raise and lower the lifting beam to raise and lower an engine. Position adjustment and maintenance means for easy assembly of the leg extensions are provided. A cam slot locking means associated with the lifting beam provides stability under the load.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 20, 1999
    Date of Patent: December 26, 2000
    Inventors: Troy E. Shockley, James D. Shockley