Patents by Inventor Donald M. Durben

Donald M. Durben 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: 4227718
    Abstract: A stone guard to protect the outwardly flared, curved edge of the rear fender of an automobile bordering the wheel opening against stone chipping. The stone guard comprises a body section having a cross-sectional configuration to conform to the contour of the portion of the fender bordering the curved edge, and the forward edge of the body section terminates in a flange which is positioned against the door jamb of the automobile. Extending downwardly from the body section is a lower flange which is adapted to be attached to the rocker panel of the automobile. Both the upper and rear edges of the body section are tapered in cross section and are disposed adjacent the curved edge of the fender bordering the wheel opening. Adhesive strips serve to secure the body section to the fender of the automobile.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 3, 1979
    Date of Patent: October 14, 1980
    Inventor: Donald M. Durben
  • Patent number: D263463
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 3, 1979
    Date of Patent: March 23, 1982
    Inventor: Donald M. Durben