Patents by Inventor James C. Tigner

James C. Tigner 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: 4023750
    Abstract: Frame adapter or camel for hang gliders having a fixed body portion for being secured to the hang glider frame keel and a pivotal clamping section attached to the fixed member. A connector support for the cross tubes and a support bar for the control bar are securely and detachably held between the stationary and clamping body members so that by releasing one king post cable, and the removal of one pin in the camel and one pin in the control bar, the entire hang glider can be folded up for transport or unfolded to be readied for flight. A guide cable is provided for the cross tube connector.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 11, 1976
    Date of Patent: May 17, 1977
    Inventor: James C. Tigner