Patents by Inventor Brian David Jopp

Brian David Jopp 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: 6701948
    Abstract: An outdoor modular shelter shell with simplified connection system comprises a flexible covering having a central portion which overlays a supporting frame. Four displaceable/connectable side panels extend from the central portion to form an enclosure. A tail fastener/wall fastener connection system allows the user to completely displace walls and connect a plurality of shells to form a one room weather proof outdoor shelter with no restrictions between connected shells. Various individual wall panels may be added to transform the shelter from a fishing shelter to a hunting blind. The simplified connection system is very easy to use even with a gloved hand under low light conditions and provides a strong, weather tight, aesthetically pleasing, economical joint between the walls of an individual shelter or a plurality of connected shelters.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 24, 2001
    Date of Patent: March 9, 2004
    Inventors: Brian David Jopp, Bobby D. Jopp
  • Publication number: 20020062852
    Abstract: An outer shell for a portable shelter that has displaceable/connectable characteristics are the major benefits. Ideally, all four of the shell's walls may be displaced. When applied to all four sides, a shelter utilizing this shell would be modular on all four sides. For example, if it were used as an anglers' shelter, it could be connected strategically along a reef or sand bar, around a drop-off, or it might merely be arranged so that the anglers can play a game of cards. A camper may want to displace only one wall and add a screen for greater ventilation. A utility worker may want to connect two units together for space. Also, the utility worker may want to move equipment inside of the shelter; in this case one wall would be displaced. A hunter may want to displace one wall and connect a material that is easily shot through the opening.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 24, 2001
    Publication date: May 30, 2002
    Inventors: Brian David Jopp, Bobby D. Jopp
  • Publication number: 20010045049
    Abstract: A device for finding the depth of a lake, river, or pond. The device has been made so the angler can attach the depth finder to the line while the hook is already submerged. The depth finder can be attached to any cross section of the line. The depth finder consists of a weight and a torsion bar clip. The new invention utilizes the torsion bar clip function to make a slip connection to the fishing line, where the depth finder can slide vertically upon an angler's line.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 19, 2001
    Publication date: November 29, 2001
    Inventor: Brian David Jopp