Patents by Inventor James E. Muir

James E. Muir 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).

  • Wheel assembly and elastomeric guard member
    Patent number: 5634694
    Abstract: An elastomeric guard member for use with a vehicle wheel is disclosed. The wheel includes a wheel disc and rim. The wheel disc defines a plurality of circumferential openings. In prior art wheel assemblies, debris was apparent at the wheel openings. The elastomeric guard member is positioned in a circular configuration within the space to retard water and debris from entering the space and to present a better visual appearance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 1996
    Date of Patent: June 3, 1997
    Assignee: Uretech International, Inc.
    Inventors: Scott L. Murray, Paul N. Skotynsky, James E. Muir