Patents by Inventor Donald L. Melton

Donald L. Melton 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: 4542897
    Abstract: An exercycle combined with a video game computer and game control allows the physical effort of the operator to generate electrical current for operation of the game control permitting the operator to control and interact with the computer upon maintaining a predetermined level of physical effort. Although the computer is activated by a separate power source, the generator, upon attainment of a predetermined energy expenditure level, activates the computer game. The apparatus provides amusement and an incentive to perform monotonous exercise routines as well as developing mental and manual coordination skills simultaneously with physical development.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 11, 1983
    Date of Patent: September 24, 1985
    Inventors: Donald L. Melton, William L. Thomas, III