Patents by Inventor James G. Morrison

James G. Morrison 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).

  • Inserted molded traction tire for a model toy train
    Patent number: 6616506
    Abstract: The present invention provides a wheel assembly for a model toy train wherein the wheel assembly includes a wheel and a traction tire. The wheel including an undercut recess and at least one sprue. The traction tire is molding into the undercut recess through the sprue.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 17, 2000
    Date of Patent: September 9, 2003
    Assignee: Lionel L.L.C.
    Inventors: James G. Morrison, Robert A. Grubba
  • Puffing fan driven smoke unit for a model train
    Patent number: 6485347
    Abstract: The present invention provides a smoke generator for a model train. The invention allows a toy locomotive to produce smoke as an actual train would, in a puffing pattern. The present achieves its purpose by manipulating the flow of air through a smoke generating housing with a fan and a blocking device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 17, 2000
    Date of Patent: November 26, 2002
    Assignee: Lionel, L.L.C.
    Inventors: Robert A. Grubba, James G. Morrison