Patents by Inventor Brooks L. Donavon

Brooks L. Donavon 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).

  • Floating deck
    Patent number: 5823132
    Abstract: A structural deck (1) has watertight flotation (2, 16, 18, 20) and structural resistors (8) to movement in water and wave-resistance. Wave-resistance also is resistant to movement in water. Railing sections (11) which are convertible to ladders, steps (13) and ramps (22) are provided in addition to fixed railing (10) and drop-down or removable railing as desired. Furnishing and fixtures for swimming, diving, fishing, eating, entertainment and weather protection (25, 26, 27) can be attached as desired. Powered propulsion (4, 5, 21, 23, 24) is provided for slow and convenient movement for repositioning in bodies of water. Construction can be sectional (17, 18, 20) for convenient assembly and disassembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 1996
    Date of Patent: October 20, 1998
    Inventor: Brooks L. Donavon