Patents by Inventor C. Barrett Shepherd

C. Barrett Shepherd 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).

  • Shellfish trap
    Patent number: 4509288
    Abstract: The trap comprises a circumferential body portion formed of mesh material and having an open top and an open bottom. A top member is connected to the body portion and has a planar portion covering the open top of the body portion. A bottom member is connected to the body portion and has a planar portion covering the open bottom of the body portion. A first opening is formed in the trap and covered by a first closure member. The first opening is sized so as to allow a fisherman to place bait within the trap or remove shellfish caught. A second opening is formed in the trap and contains an elongated passage formed of mesh material. A trapdoor is connected to the inner end of the passage to permit a shellfish to enter the trap but inhibit the shellfish from exiting.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 1982
    Date of Patent: April 9, 1985
    Assignee: C. E. Shepherd Company, Inc.
    Inventor: C. Barrett Shepherd