Patents by Inventor Ernest E. Paster

Ernest E. Paster 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).

  • Conversion apparatus for bowling pin setting machine
    Patent number: 4530501
    Abstract: A kit is provided for converting a known type of automatic bowling pin setting machine to decrease the cycle time thereof. The kit includes electronic circuitry having an electrical switch adapted to be responsive to contact between a bowling ball and a pit cushion. Actuation of said switch initiates release of a latch so that at least a portion of a rake may descend immediately upon contact of the ball with the cushion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 1, 1983
    Date of Patent: July 23, 1985
    Assignee: Eastern Bowling Equipment Company
    Inventors: Ernest E. Paster, David Paster