Patents by Inventor Barbara A. Dubats

Barbara A. Dubats 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: 5112044
    Abstract: A prosthetic-type device which that restores independent ambulatory ability to individuals who have experienced diminished mobility includes a "U"-shaped member that supports a flexible harness, similar to that employed by mountain climbers. This harness encloses the waist, with additional support for the occupant provided by a crotch strap, and maintains body position of the occupant at an appropriate height, adjustable via a button-operated pin locking system incorporated into a rear vertical support member, allowing the occupant's legs to reach the floor. The U-shaped support member is curved, and attaches to a height adjustment housing via the pin locking system, and subsequently into a base, on which are fixed a plurality of swivel mounted casters, each with a weight-activated braking mechanism.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 22, 1990
    Date of Patent: May 12, 1992
    Inventor: Barbara A. Dubats