Patents by Inventor Gerald A. Elkins

Gerald A. Elkins 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).

  • Apparatus for controlled grazing and pasture irrigation
    Patent number: 5572954
    Abstract: Two center-pivot irrigation systems utilized for controlled grazing. A preceding and succeeding center-pivot system contain electrified fences for containing herds and controlling the extent of their grazing. The preceding system contains water tanks for the herd and the succeeding system irrigates the pasture. Together the systems eliminate overgrazing and improve the quality of the herd.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 1994
    Date of Patent: November 12, 1996
    Inventor: Gerald A. Elkins