Patents by Inventor Betty Lou Gilliam

Betty Lou Gilliam 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: 3960218
    Abstract: A grass-clearing device for lawn sprinkler heads, wherein the grass and sod surrounding the in-line, sprinkler head is to be trimmed therefrom, to provide an unobstructed flow of water from the sprinkler head. The device comprises a pair of adjustable, cutting blades slidably secured to a support body, the blades being provided with a centering mechanism whereby the blades can be adjusted for proper cutting relative to the size of the sprinkler head. A telescoping, handle shaft is secured to the support body, the upper end of the handle including a foldable, hand grip connected thereto.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 2, 1975
    Date of Patent: June 1, 1976
    Inventors: Fenimore Edward Atchley, Betty Lou Gilliam