Patents by Inventor Brian F. Tischer

Brian F. Tischer 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).

  • Safety snap
    Patent number: 5548875
    Abstract: A safety snap for restraining livestock that is releasable upon the application of a selected force by the animal to minimize the possibility and severity of injury to the animal and handler. A lead rope is attached to the safety snap, which is clasped to the halter. Application of a selected amount of force by the animal breaks a shear pin, unlatching the safety snap to release the lead rope. The safety snap remains attached to the halter. A reservoir in the safety snap contains replacement shear pins.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 18, 1995
    Date of Patent: August 27, 1996
    Inventors: Courtney L. Hart, Brian F. Tischer, David G. Lloyd