Patents by Inventor Jacque Stokes

Jacque Stokes 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: 5711543
    Abstract: A connection apparatus for connecting a vehicle to a wheeled container for towing the container including a handle having at least a portion lying generally parallel to the container wheel axle. The apparatus is connected to the vehicle in a manner permitting the container to pivot and to roll slightly so as to track well during towing. A channel is formed between an elongated angle and one or more angular brackets for receiving the container handle. A clamping device is movable between positions closing the open side of the channel to clamp the handle in the channel and an open position for removal of the handle. The channel is adjustable in width and height and the angular bracket positions are adjustable to accommodate various handle shapes. A releasable locking device is provided to lock the channel closed around the handle during towing. The locking and clamping devices are adjustable to accommodate various handle heights and shapes. The apparatus is thus adaptable to almost any handle configuration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 1, 1996
    Date of Patent: January 27, 1998
    Inventor: Jacque Stokes