Patents by Inventor Bill Holben

Bill Holben 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: 6450446
    Abstract: The present invention herein is a disc shaped wing comprised two disc segments, an inner disc assembly and an outer disc assembly, that counter-rotate to enable vertical take off and landing. The inner disc assembly has a plurality of flap blades that open to provide lift during take off and landing and close to provide a substantially contiguous surface during horizontal flight. The outer disc assembly has a plurality of lower blades that contain retractable blades. During take off and landing the retractable blades extend to provide added lift and stability. The wing shape and counter-rotation also imparts greater stability and lift for horizontal flight.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 5, 2001
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2002
    Inventor: Bill Holben