Patents by Inventor Gary T. Littell

Gary T. Littell 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).

  • Foldable tire chain attaching aid
    Patent number: 5297605
    Abstract: The invention is a sloped apparatus for holding auto tires for the placement of chains around the tires. The apparatus has a pair of sloped surfaces each of which has a notch running across its width. At the top of the apparatus is a cup shaped surface for holding the tire once the auto is driven onto the sloped surfaces. Guides in connection with the sloped surfaces on either side fold back onto the device when not in use and provide for folding up of the apparatus when not in use. The underside of the apparatus contains storage compartments for the tire chain when not in use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 21, 1992
    Date of Patent: March 29, 1994
    Inventor: Gary T. Littell