Patents by Inventor Barry J. Austin
Barry J. Austin 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).
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Publication number: 20110042533Abstract: An attachment assembly is provided to secure an object to a lanyard. The attachment assembly is capable of securing objects of different sizes and weights to the lanyard.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 19, 2010Publication date: February 24, 2011Applicant: Reliance Industries, LLCInventor: Barry J. Austin
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Patent number: 6899238Abstract: A davit arm system includes a base that supports a davit arm and engages an underlying ground surface. The system components are preferably designed for arrangement in alternative ways to accommodate different installation environments, and/or for packaging in a bag that may be carried by a single person. The relative positions of the components are preferably adjustable relative to the base to further accommodate different applications. Yet another desirable option is to mount the davit arm on the support base in a manner that allows rotation about both a vertical axis and a horizontal axis. A winch is preferably mounted on the davit arm in a manner that counterbalances the davit arm relative to its vertical axis of rotation.Type: GrantFiled: October 4, 2002Date of Patent: May 31, 2005Assignee: D B Industries, Inc.Inventors: Barry J. Austin, Travis P. Betcher, Weston L. Cutter, Patrick J. Novak
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Patent number: 6698604Abstract: A shelf assembly includes at least one shelf supported by vertical posts, and a net having opposite sides connected to respective posts so that the net spans at least one edge of the shelf and an associated area above the shelf.Type: GrantFiled: February 7, 2002Date of Patent: March 2, 2004Assignee: Sinco, Inc.Inventors: David S. Denny, George H. Merritt, Barry J. Austin
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Patent number: 6668434Abstract: A buckle has a first outer plate, a second outer plate, and at least one intermediate plate sandwiched therebetween. Opposing first and second pawls are pivotally mounted between the first outer plate and the second outer plate, with respective force receiving portions projecting outward beyond a perimeter defined by the first outer plate and the second outer plate and extending away from one another. The pawls also have respective latching portions disposed between the first outer plate and the second outer plate and extending toward one another. First and second springs are interconnected between the at least one intermediate plate and respective pawls in a manner that biases the latching portions of the pawls to pivot toward one another. A catch has a strap supporting portion that is sized and configured for connection to a strap, and a distal portion that is sized and configured for insertion between the pawls and engagement between the latching portions.Type: GrantFiled: May 10, 2002Date of Patent: December 30, 2003Assignee: D B Industries, Inc.Inventors: Scott C. Casebolt, Barry J. Austin
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Publication number: 20030182772Abstract: A buckle includes a first assembly and a second assembly which are selectively latched to one another. Each assembly includes a keeper and a latch secured between a pair of first and second outer plates. The two assemblies are identical in construction and configured to selectively interlock in a manner that provides a reliable buckle.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 24, 2003Publication date: October 2, 2003Inventors: Barry J. Austin, Patrick J. Novak
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Patent number: 6622350Abstract: A buckle includes a first assembly and a second assembly which are selectively latched to one another. Each assembly includes a keeper and a latch secured between a pair of first and second outer plates. The two assemblies are identical in construction and configured to selectively interlock in a manner that provides a reliable buckle.Type: GrantFiled: November 25, 2002Date of Patent: September 23, 2003Assignee: Capital Safety Inc.Inventors: Barry J. Austin, Patrick J. Novak
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Publication number: 20030116518Abstract: A davit arm system includes a base that supports a davit arm and engages an underlying ground surface. The system components are preferably designed for arrangement in alternative ways to accommodate different installation environments, and/or for packaging in a bag that may be carried by a single person. The relative positions of the components are preferably adjustable relative to the base to further accommodate different applications. Yet another desirable option is to mount the davit arm on the support base in a manner that allows rotation about both a vertical axis and a horizontal axis. A winch is preferably mounted on the davit arm in a manner that counterbalances the davit arm relative to its vertical axis of rotation.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 4, 2002Publication date: June 26, 2003Inventors: Barry J. Austin, Travis P. Betcher, Weston L. Cutter, Patrick J. Novak
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Publication number: 20030088952Abstract: A buckle includes a first assembly and a second assembly which are selectively latched to one another. Each assembly includes a keeper and a latch secured between a pair of first and second outer plates. The two assemblies are identical in construction and configured to selectively interlock in a manner that provides a reliable buckle.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 25, 2002Publication date: May 15, 2003Inventors: Barry J. Austin, Patrick J. Novak
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Publication number: 20020184742Abstract: A buckle has a first outer plate, a second outer plate, and at least one intermediate plate sandwiched therebetween. Opposing first and second pawls are pivotally mounted between the first outer plate and the second outer plate, with respective force receiving portions projecting outward beyond a perimeter defined by the first outer plate and the second outer plate and extending away from one another. The pawls also have respective latching portions disposed between the first outer plate and the second outer plate and extending toward one another. First and second springs are interconnected between the at least one intermediate plate and respective pawls in a manner that biases the latching portions of the pawls to pivot toward one another. A catch has a strap supporting portion that is sized and configured for connection to a strap, and a distal portion that is sized and configured for insertion between the pawls and engagement between the latching portions.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 10, 2002Publication date: December 12, 2002Inventors: Scott C. Casebolt, Barry J. Austin
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Patent number: 6484372Abstract: A buckle includes a first assembly and a second assembly which are selectively latched to one another. Each assembly includes a keeper and a latch secured between a pair of first and second outer plates. The two assemblies are identical in construction and configured to selectively interlock in a manner that provides a reliable buckle.Type: GrantFiled: May 7, 2001Date of Patent: November 26, 2002Assignee: Capital Safety Inc.Inventors: Patrick J. Novak, Barry J. Austin
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Publication number: 20020158034Abstract: A shelf assembly includes at least one shelf supported by vertical posts, and a net having opposite sides connected to respective posts so that the net spans at least one edge of the shelf and an associated area above the shelf.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 7, 2002Publication date: October 31, 2002Inventors: David S. Denny, George H. Merritt, Barry J. Austin
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Patent number: 6378465Abstract: A full-body, fall-arrest harness includes a shoulder strap having opposite distal ends and an intermediate portion disposed there between, and a back strap having opposite distal ends and an intermediate portion disposed there between. A rear suspension assembly is interconnected between the intermediate portion of the shoulder strap and the intermediate portion of the back strap. A seat strap has opposite distal ends connected to respective ends of the shoulder strap, and an intermediate portion disposed there between. Left and right leg straps connected to the intermediate portion of the seat strap. The shoulder strap stretches more readily than any other strap on the harness, and the rear suspension assembly is configured to tighten the shoulder strap relative to the back strap in the event of a fall.Type: GrantFiled: May 17, 2000Date of Patent: April 30, 2002Assignee: Protecta International, Inc.Inventor: Barry J. Austin
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Patent number: 6354399Abstract: A sliding rail anchor assembly (22) includes a pair of anchor subassemblies (23) that latch together to slidably engage the crown (29) of a “rail” (30). Each anchor subassembly (23) includes a hook engaging portion (34) and a rail engaging portion (36). The hook engaging portion carries an inboard “post” (46) and forms a hook engaging aperture (44) and an inboard post receiving aperture (40). When the anchor subassemblies (23) are properly aligned and laterally moved together so that the hook engaging portions (34) abut, each inboard post (46) is received by the post receiving aperture (40) in the other anchor subassembly (23). Each anchor subassembly (23) also includes a latch (54) which engages the “head” (60) of the opposing inboard post (46) extending through the post receiving aperture (40). When a safety hook (24) engages hook receiving apertures (44) the latches (54) are held in their fully latched positions.Type: GrantFiled: October 19, 2000Date of Patent: March 12, 2002Assignee: Protecta International, Inc.Inventor: Barry J. Austin
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Publication number: 20010032435Abstract: A portable fall-arrest system is designed for convenient attachment and/or removal relative to a concrete beam. The system includes stanchions which are preferably secured to respective anchorages embedded within a reinforced concrete beam. The anchorages may alternatively be used to support other types of personnel safety devices. The preferred embodiment anchorage may be described as a flared coil loop insert having a threaded neck. The loop is disposed inside the concrete beam and the neck extends to the outer surface of the concrete beam. The neck is sized and configured to receive and retain a threaded shaft associated with a safety device. The anchorage provides a convenient and reliable anchor point in a concrete beam without drilling into the beam and/or potentially weakening its structural integrity.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 16, 2001Publication date: October 25, 2001Inventor: Barry J. Austin
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Patent number: 5924260Abstract: An anchorage assembly is formed by a first member and a second member. Each member is movable into and out of a channel, but when connected together, the interconnected members resist removal from the channel.Type: GrantFiled: January 8, 1998Date of Patent: July 20, 1999Inventors: Barry J. Austin, Paul S. Illick
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Patent number: D454986Type: GrantFiled: May 14, 2001Date of Patent: March 26, 2002Assignee: D B Industries, Inc.Inventors: Scott C. Casebolt, J. Thomas Wolner, Barry J. Austin, Weston L. Cutter