Patents by Inventor Harry D. Montague

Harry D. Montague 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).

  • Patent number: 6135478
    Abstract: A foldable bicycle comprises a front frame (1), a rear frame (21), and a seat tube (20). The front frame (1) and the rear frame (21) are foldable with respect to each other. In a first aspect, a single release clamp (12) releases the front frame from the rear frame in a single operation. This occurs by having the seat tube (20) slotted at the top (11). In a second aspect, the crank housing (34) is positioned in axial alignment with the seat tube (20) and one point (14) of folding occur below the crank housing. This aspect pertains to both a men's and a women's frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 1999
    Date of Patent: October 24, 2000
    Inventor: Harry D. Montague
  • Patent number: 5975551
    Abstract: A foldable bicycle designed so when the bicycle is folded, the front and rear frames bypass each other (non-overlapping) to permit a complete folding position and using a fold on or near the seat tube, and to maintain a rigid open riding position with simple standard fold restraining devices.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 1997
    Date of Patent: November 2, 1999
    Assignee: Montague Corporation
    Inventors: David G. Montague, Harry D. Montague
  • Patent number: 4995626
    Abstract: A foldable tandem bicycle employs three separate frames joined at concentric seat tubes. The frames have quick release clamps to lock the frames into an open rigid orientation. The center frame has several configurations, male one having a closed complete frame with one diagonal brace and a female one with a pair of diagonal braces to eliminate the need for a top tube.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 1989
    Date of Patent: February 26, 1991
    Inventor: Harry D. Montague
  • Patent number: 4448437
    Abstract: A foldable bicycle has separate front and rear frames coupled to each other at a seat post formed by concentric frame members. A locking mechanism positions the frame members in either a rigid open or folded position. The pedal housing is located on the rear frame member either as an extension of the seat tube or positioned between the seat tube and the chain stays. The bicycle uses standard components to form the drive, brake and steering assemblies. In the folded state, the bicycle may be backpacked using available straps and webs that are attached to the front frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 1981
    Date of Patent: May 15, 1984
    Inventor: Harry D. Montague