Patents by Inventor Clarence R. Prinz

Clarence R. Prinz 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).

  • Cargo restraining device for a vehicle
    Patent number: 4784547
    Abstract: In a vehicle adapted to carry cargo, the vehicle includes a cargo supporting surface having at least one opening and a cargo restraining device comprising a standard at least partially within the opening and capable of projecting from the opening above the cargo carrying surface. The device further includes a rotatable actuation shaft extending beneath the cargo supporting surface, and a control arm extending from the shaft and having a camming surface engaging the standard. Upon rotation of the actuation rod, the standard is caused to be displaced vertically within the opening.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 13, 1987
    Date of Patent: November 15, 1988
    Assignee: Southern Railway Company
    Inventors: Clarence R. Prinz, Troy B. Malone