Patents by Inventor Billy D. Gilbert, Jr.

Billy D. Gilbert, Jr. 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).

  • Remote control fan
    Patent number: 4768926
    Abstract: A portable fan is provided with a remote control assembly to facilitate its use by handicapped persons. The switch on the fan is operated by a radio controlled receiver, and a hand held transmitter is designed to permit a user to select multiple fan speeds and direction of blade rotation. Additionally, the transmitter emits audible beeps so as to allow the use of the remote fan control by blind individuals.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 27, 1987
    Date of Patent: September 6, 1988
    Inventor: Billy D. Gilbert, Jr.