Patents by Inventor Frank H. Hancock, Jr.

Frank H. Hancock, Jr. 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).

  • Lawn mower having additinal improved trim featuure
    Patent number: 5511367
    Abstract: A lawn mower is provided having improved steering controls, namely a "trim" feature which may be adjusted while the mower is in a forward speed setting. Further provided is a park lock feature which locks the speed controls of the mower. Finally, a neutral latch feature is provided which becomes engaged when the left and fight steering controls of the mower are simultaneously position in either a neutral or a reverse position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 1, 1994
    Date of Patent: April 30, 1996
    Assignee: The Actava Group, Inc.
    Inventors: James R. Powers, John W. Wilder, Frank H. Hancock, Jr., Amos G. Hill
  • Lawn mower having improved trim feature
    Patent number: 5488818
    Abstract: A lawn mower is provided having improved steering controls, namely a "trim" feature which may be adjusted while the mower is in a forward speed setting. Further provided is a park lock feature which locks the speed controls of the mower. Finally, a neutral latch feature is provided which becomes engaged when the left and right steering controls of the mower are simultaneously position in either a neutral or a reverse position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 28, 1993
    Date of Patent: February 6, 1996
    Assignee: The Actava Group Inc.
    Inventors: James R. Powers, John W. Wilder, Frank H. Hancock, Jr.
  • Mulching blade including multiple cutting edges
    Patent number: 5353581
    Abstract: A grass or vegetation cutting blade is provided, which includes multiple cutting edges, including a leading cutting edge positioned below a trailing cutting edge. An upturned foil is provided behind the leading edge, such that grass initially cut by the leading edge is directed upwardly by the foil toward the trailing edge, to be cut in midair. An inturned spur is provided, which provides inward air and clipping flow toward the rotational axis of the blade. The blade is contemplated for use in conventional side- or rear-discharging housings, as well as mulching or recycling housings. The blade is resistant to clogging, and includes power-efficient properties.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 2, 1993
    Date of Patent: October 11, 1994
    Assignee: Fugua Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Russell V. Rouse, Frank H. Hancock, Jr., James R. Powers
  • Mulching blade including multiple cutting edges
    Patent number: 5199251
    Abstract: A grass or vegetation cutting blade is provided, which includes multiple cutting edges, including a leading cutting edge positioned below a trailing cutting edge. An upturned foil is provided behind the leading edge, such that grass initially cut by the leading edge is directed upwardly by the foil toward the trailing edge, to be cut in midair. An inturned spur is provided, which provides inward air and clipping flow toward the rotational axis of the blade. The blade is contemplated for use in conventional side- or rear-discharging housings, as well as mulching or recycling housings. The blade is resistant to clogging, and includes power efficient properties.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 1991
    Date of Patent: April 6, 1993
    Assignee: Snapper Power Equipment Division of Fuqua Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Russell V. Rouse, James R. Powers, Frank H. Hancock, Jr.