Patents by Inventor Emerson Trimble

Emerson Trimble 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: 5499697
    Abstract: A new and improved shopping cart automatic dual brake with an inverted U-shaped frame secured to the shopping cart below its handle by a guide block. A pair of swivels are secured to the U-shaped frame. A pair of brake components each of which having an upper plate. The upper plate is secured to the pair of swivels. A lower plate aligns with the upper plate. An aperture is formed through the upper plate and the lower plate. A brake shaft is disposed within the aperture and extends outward of the upper plate. An acorn nut is secured to one end of the brake shaft. A brake shoe is secured to another end of the brake shaft. The brake shoe is positioned above the wheels of the shopping cart. A spring with a spring guide is secured to around the brake shaft. The spring serves to force the brake shoe onto the wheel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 15, 1994
    Date of Patent: March 19, 1996
    Inventors: Willard R. Trimble, Robin D. Trimble, Emerson Trimble