Patents by Inventor Edward J. Trout

Edward J. Trout 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: 11827447
    Abstract: A telescoping container system with a first container and a second container that is configured to slide into and out of the second container. The invention includes first, second and third elongated gaskets that are configured to create various seals between the first and second containers and a wiper seal that creates a further seal between the top front rail of the first container and the top panel of the second container. The invention includes two non-pivoting guide wheels situated at the top of the rear end of the second container and two pivoting guide wheel assemblies situated on wings that extend inwardly front the front corner posts of the first container. The pivoting guide wheel assembly allows the invention to seal in each direction by pivoting backward and forward.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 2020
    Date of Patent: November 28, 2023
    Inventors: Edward J. Trout, Steve Dickman
  • Publication number: 20210188532
    Abstract: A telescoping container system with a first container and a second container that is configured to slide into and out of the second container. The invention includes first, second and third elongated gaskets that are configured to create various seals between the first and second containers and a wiper seal that creates a further seal between the top front rail of the first container and the top panel of the second container. The invention includes two non-pivoting guide wheels situated at the top of the rear end of the second container and two pivoting guide wheel assemblies situated on wings that extend inwardly front the front corner posts of the first container. The pivoting guide wheel assembly allows the invention to seal in each direction by pivoting backward and forward.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 15, 2020
    Publication date: June 24, 2021
    Inventors: Edward J. Trout, Steve Dickman
  • Patent number: 8959843
    Abstract: A telescoping frame system comprising a non-telescoping frame with a longitudinal side, first and second attachment arms; a main arm that is parallel to the longitudinal side of the non-telescoping frame; a first pivot arm with a top surface that acts as a rail for a first roller wheel; a second pivot arm with a top surface that acts as a rail for a second roller wheel; and first and second brace arms that maintain each pivot arm at a ninety-degree angle to the longitudinal side of the non-telescoping frame when the first pivot arm is fully extended. The first and second pivot arms are pivotally attached to the first and second attachment arms, respectively. The first roller wheel is pivotally attached to a first end of the main arm, and the second roller wheel is pivotally attached to a second end of the main arm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 18, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2015
    Assignee: Eco-Built Homes, LLC
    Inventors: Edward J. Trout, Adam J. Trout, Andy Breke
  • Publication number: 20140360105
    Abstract: A wheel assembly for use with a telescoping frame, the wheel assembly comprising a top plate and a bottom plate through which a pin extends. The telescoping frame comprises at least one skid that extends longitudinally to term an underside of the non-telescoping frame. A loop member is attached to a top end of the skid. The wheel assembly slides onto the loop member with the bottom plate resting on top of the loop member. When the wheel assembly is installed, the pin is situated inside of a boot end of the loop member to prevent the wheel assembly from moving forward on the loop member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 21, 2014
    Publication date: December 11, 2014
    Inventors: Edward J. Trout, Adam J. Trout
  • Patent number: 8844212
    Abstract: A telescoping frame system comprising a longitudinal surface, first and second attachment arms; a main arm that is parallel to the longitudinal surface; a first pivot arm with a top surface that acts as a rail for a first roller wheel; a second pivot arm with a top surface that acts as a rail for a second roller wheel; and first and second brace arms that maintain each pivot arm at a ninety-degree angle to the longitudinal surface when the first pivot arm is fully extended. The first and second pivot arms are pivotally attached to the first and second attachment arms, respectively. The first roller wheel is pivotally attached to a first end of the main arm, and the second roller wheel is pivotally attached to a second end of the main arm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 26, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 30, 2014
    Assignee: Eco-Built Homes, LLC
    Inventors: Edward J. Trout, Adam J. Trout, Andy Breke
  • Publication number: 20140130421
    Abstract: A telescoping frame system comprising a non-telescoping frame with a longitudinal side, first and second attachment arms; a main arm that is parallel to the longitudinal side of the non-telescoping frame; a first pivot arm with a top surface that acts as a rail for a first roller wheel; a second pivot arm with a top surface that acts as a rail for a second roller wheel; and first and second brace arms that maintain each pivot arm at a ninety-degree angle to the longitudinal side of the non-telescoping frame when the first pivot arm is fully extended. The first and second pivot arms are pivotally attached to the first and second attachment arms, respectively. The first roller wheel is pivotally attached to a first end of the main arm, and the second roller wheel is pivotally attached to a second end of the main arm.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 18, 2013
    Publication date: May 15, 2014
    Applicant: Eco-Built Homes, LLC
    Inventors: Edward J. Trout, Adam J. Trout, Andy Breke
  • Patent number: 8555558
    Abstract: A telescoping frame system comprising a non-telescoping frame with a longitudinal side, first and second attachment arms; a main arm that is parallel to the longitudinal side of the non-telescoping frame; a first pivot arm with a top surface that acts as a rail for a first roller wheel; a second pivot arm with a top surface that acts as a rail for a second roller wheel; and first and second brace arms that maintain each pivot arm at a ninety-degree angle to the longitudinal side of the non-telescoping frame when the first pivot arm is fully extended. The first and second pivot arms are pivotally attached to the first and second attachment arms, respectively. The first roller wheel is pivotally attached to a first end of the main arm, and the second roller wheel is pivotally attached to a second end of the main arm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 15, 2013
    Assignee: Eco-Built Homes LLC
    Inventor: Edward J. Trout