Patents by Inventor Donald L. Lawson

Donald L. Lawson 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).

  • Method and apparatus for securing parts of a building to each other and to a foundation
    Patent number: 5448861
    Abstract: A technique is disclosed for providing a building with good wind resistance by the use of a reinforcing structure. Specific reinforcing structure is also disclosed. The technique involves affixing a tethering device over a portion of the roof frame and securing the ends of the tethering device to the building foundation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 19, 1994
    Date of Patent: September 12, 1995
    Inventor: Donald L. Lawson