Patents by Inventor Daniel R. Willard

Daniel R. Willard 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).

  • Security cover for passive restraint buckle
    Patent number: 6988297
    Abstract: A security cover is provided for a belt-type passive restraint system including a buckle with a tab and a receiver. The cover includes a slot for receiving the buckle tab and an enclosure for receiving the buckle receiver. An optional retainer assembly can be provided for retaining the cover on the buckle receiver or the belt. The buckle is released by inserting a key through a corresponding keyhole formed in a tab end of the cover.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 3, 2004
    Date of Patent: January 24, 2006
    Inventors: Troy M. Willard, Daniel R. Willard, Wade D. Willard