Patents by Inventor Emmett L. Politte

Emmett L. Politte 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: 4974695
    Abstract: A reverse drive mechanism for attachment to a motorcycle having two wheels, an engine and transmission for driving same in conventional fashion. The reverse drive mechanism has an electric motor which is separately energized and will, through slip coupling friction structure, drive a friction drive wheel engaged with the tire on the rear wheel of the motorcycle. Appropriate energizing and limit switches are associated with this reverse drive mechanism for safety and ease of use thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 2, 1989
    Date of Patent: December 4, 1990
    Inventor: Emmett L. Politte
  • Patent number: 4725253
    Abstract: A personal flotation device for protecting the life of an infant human has a support housing with a back rest, a seat portion, and side wings co-extensive with each. A protective hood is pivotally mounted from the upper portion of the backrest wings. A support stand having a ballast weight contained at the lower end thereof is pivotally mounted from the area joining the backrest and set portion of the device. This permits accurate adjustment for various sizes and weights of children with whom the device is designed to be used. Appropriate signalling and attention attracting apparatus is also incorporated with this device. Also, a shoulder harness, seat belt, crotch belt and adjusting buckles therefor are provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 1986
    Date of Patent: February 16, 1988
    Inventor: Emmett L. Politte