Patents by Inventor Allen Schmidt

Allen Schmidt 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).

  • Ball release snap hitch for horse cross ties
    Patent number: 6557329
    Abstract: A modified snap hitch for connecting the cross tie ropes or trailer tie ropes to the halter on a horse comprises a quick release mechanism connecting the ring to the hook of a snap hitch. The quick release mechanism can take a variety of forms, such as a shear pin or other easily replaceable part. However, in the preferred embodiment, a plurality of ball detent mechanisms are used, and the ring and hook can be reconnected as soon as the horse is calmed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2001
    Date of Patent: May 6, 2003
    Inventor: Allen Schmidt
  • Ball release snap hitch for horse cross ties
    Publication number: 20010045085
    Abstract: A modified snap hitch for connecting the cross tie ropes or trailer tie ropes to the halter on a horse comprises a quick release mechanism connecting the ring to the hook of a snap hitch. The quick release mechanism can take a variety of forms, such as a shear pin or other easily replaceable part. However, in the preferred embodiment, a plurality of ball detent mechanisms are used, and the ring and hook can be reconnected as soon as the horse is calmed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 22, 2001
    Publication date: November 29, 2001
    Inventor: Allen Schmidt