Patents by Inventor James Blizzard

James Blizzard 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: 12037793
    Abstract: A portable cover structure includes a pair of flexible poles that are disposed in a generally parallel fashion, and a sunscreen that is attached to the poles on opposed sides thereof, so that the sunscreen is stretched between the poles. One end of each bendable pole may be removably attached to a structure, such as a dock, and the other end of each pole is preferably connected to an adjustable strap or cord. The distal end of the strap or cord may be attached to a dock, a cleat or a boat, and may include a snap-fit mechanism for such removable attachment. The cover structure may alternate between a first position over a dock and a second position over a boat, as desired. When not in use, the portable cover structure may be disassembled and stored in a bag or container.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 2021
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2024
    Inventors: James Blizzard, Allison Blizzard
  • Publication number: 20230287687
    Abstract: A portable cover structure includes a pair of flexible poles that are disposed in a generally parallel fashion, and a sunscreen that is attached to the poles on opposed sides thereof, so that the sunscreen is stretched between the poles. One end of each bendable pole may be removably attached to a structure, such as a dock, and the other end of each pole is preferably connected to an adjustable strap or cord. The distal end of the strap or cord may be attached to a dock, a cleat or a boat, and may include a snap-fit mechanism for such removable attachment. The cover structure may alternate between a first position over a dock and a second position over a boat, as desired. When not in use, the portable cover structure may be disassembled and stored in a bag or container.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 4, 2021
    Publication date: September 14, 2023
    Inventors: James Blizzard, Allison Blizzard