Patents by Inventor Dennis C. Ball

Dennis C. Ball 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).

  • Patent number: 4024863
    Abstract: A hand restraining device is comprised of two closures permanently attached to each other. Each closure is provided for each hand of the person to be restrained. The individual closure is comprised of two spherical or annular sectors which are relatively rotatable. An aperture is located at the intersection of the two spherical or annular sectors in order that a wrist may traverse the closure. Each closure is of a sufficient volume to enclose a fist. Also, each closure is provided with means to secure the closure in a fixed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 27, 1976
    Date of Patent: May 24, 1977
    Inventor: Dennis C. Ball