Patents by Inventor Glenn E. Mercer

Glenn E. Mercer 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).

  • Retractable storage container
    Patent number: 5407261
    Abstract: A storage container for attachment to the enclosed ceiling of a room. The container has an upper and lower portion with the portions being hinged together. An over-center linkage including a tension spring, connects the upper and lower portions and a pivot pin in the linkages engages a portion of the linkage to act as a physical stop to inhibit movement thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 10, 1993
    Date of Patent: April 18, 1995
    Inventor: Glenn E. Mercer