Patents by Inventor James E. Treadaway, Sr.

James E. Treadaway, Sr. 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: 5055191
    Abstract: This invention relates to the clean-up, by boat or other water vessel, of oil, other chemicals or substances which float on top of or near the surface of the water. This clean-up action occurs when the boat or vessel is moving at a sufficient forward rate to cause the substance on the surface to be picked up and deposited in containers within the boat or vessel. The invention comprises a two-piece attachment bracket for the scoop structure; a scoop device which is built in two sections and is assembled on to the attachment brackets; hoses which carry the substance from the end of the scoop device to containers within the boat or other water vessel; a lifting device for the scoop structure; an opening and closing device for the aperture plate at the front of the scoop. The attachment brackets are assembled on the boat or other water vessel using a connecting pin in front and two straps which buckle in the rear of the boat or other water vessel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 24, 1989
    Date of Patent: October 8, 1991
    Inventor: James E. Treadaway, Sr.
  • Patent number: 4974955
    Abstract: This invention relates to an eyeglass/sunglass snuggling device which attaches to the temple piece of glasses. It also is designed to accept a decorative pendant which is removable when it is undesirable to wear. The device can be detached from the temple piece and worn separately if so desired.The invention comprises tubing; a deformable material to provide better fit around the ear; and, a detachable pendant which is held by a chain.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 24, 1989
    Date of Patent: December 4, 1990
    Inventor: James E. Treadaway, Sr.