Patents by Inventor Christopher G. Lerra

Christopher G. Lerra 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).

  • Co-molded fastening devices
    Publication number: 20020083562
    Abstract: Co-molded fastening devices are provided, including a rigid body and, co-molded with and extending from a portion of the body, a resilient element constructed to provide a user of the device with an improved grip on the device or improved comfort.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 3, 2001
    Publication date: July 4, 2002
    Inventor: Christopher G. Lerra
  • Quick release buckles
    Patent number: 6226844
    Abstract: Quick release buckles are provided that include, for example: (a) a first buckle component having an engagement end and a module receiving portion opposite the engagement end; and (b) a second buckle component having an engagement end constructed for releasable engagement with the engagement end of the first buckle component, and a module receiving portion opposite the engagement end; each of the module receiving portions being constructed for fixed engagement with any one of a plurality of different modular components. Methods of assembling buckling systems and buckle assembly systems are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 26, 1999
    Date of Patent: May 8, 2001
    Assignee: Velcro Industries B.V.
    Inventors: Christopher G. Lerra, Stephen Stewart, Mark Tauer