Patents by Inventor Dennis Harper

Dennis Harper 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: 5702133
    Abstract: An improved snap-in metal plug for closing either a flat or flanged opening in a sheet metal panel or the like. The plug, in one embodiment, includes a circular disc formed with three co-planar tongues extending radially outwardly from the plug principal axis, with each tongue disposed about a radial center line of symmetry. Each tongue terminates in a radially outer fold line, disposed normal to its associated center line, formed by an underlying reverse folded ply. The ply terminates in a radially inner right angle bend juncture from which projects a single downstanding finger defining opposite vertical side edges. Each side edge has an upper tang struck outwardly and upwardly therefrom defining an upper tang free end. Upon the plug being seated in a flat opening, each upper tang has its upper end locked, in a snap-in manner, juxtaposed the panel interior surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 18, 1996
    Date of Patent: December 30, 1997
    Assignee: Chrysler Corporation
    Inventors: Carol P. Pavur, Dennis Harper, Steven W. Bonnell, James F. Norkus, William F. Hartery, Lawrence W. Galloway
  • Patent number: 5364271
    Abstract: A bicycle simulator having a follower assembly, a wheelie assembly and power assistance resistance means. A motorcycle simulator having a coupler, a slew generator and a throttle handle. The bicycle and motorcycle simulators having a computer, motors, sensors, controls, and a video display.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 2, 1992
    Date of Patent: November 15, 1994
    Assignee: Atari Games Corporation
    Inventors: Jack Aknin, Wade Winblad, Dennis Harper