Patents by Inventor Earl F. Dean

Earl F. Dean 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: 5094497
    Abstract: A deflector formed of a unitary strip of flexible material which is fastened to the vehicle hood at an edge immediate adjacent to the vehicle windshield. The deflector includes an upper wall part which directs bugs, water, debris and air away from and over the windshield to keep the windshield clean and to improve the handling and aerodynamics of the vehicle. The deflector further includes a securement to the rear edge of the hood, such as a clamp, and/or adhesive tape and/or a horizontal and a downward flange. The deflector is formed of plastic which is configured to bend to conform with the curvature of the rear edge of the hood. The deflector may be transparent, such as clear or transparent colors.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 24, 1990
    Date of Patent: March 10, 1992
    Assignee: Windswept Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventors: Jesse C. Hartung, David P. Truman, Earl F. Dean