Patents by Inventor James E. Knauf

James E. Knauf 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: 4114838
    Abstract: A carrier for skis and ski poles comprises an elongated main strap of webbing material. A pair of transversely directed short end straps are attached at their midportions to opposite ends of the main strap. The end straps carry complementary Velcro patches at their ends which hold the end straps in place around opposite ends of the skis. The end straps are slidably moved toward the midportion of the skis and are automatically tightened as they are moved. Rigid blocks at the strap intersections provide increased strength and security. The ski poles extend through slots formed adjacent opposite ends of the main strap. The midportion of the main strap is loose so as to fit over the shoulder of the skier for carrying both the skis and ski poles while leaving the hands free. The carrier can be folded upon itself into a compact self-holding package for carrying in the pocket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 22, 1976
    Date of Patent: September 19, 1978
    Inventor: James E. Knauf