Patents by Inventor Joel P. Layton

Joel P. Layton 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).

  • Trailer hitch lock for gooseneck trailers
    Patent number: 10017018
    Abstract: A lock for a gooseneck style trailer may present a tow-ball interface on a base plate with an associated rod interface. The rod may be inserted through one of a plurality of holes along a circumference of the base plate so as to also interface with structure on the trailer. The rod then may be locked into position with a locking mechanism.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2016
    Date of Patent: July 10, 2018
    Inventor: Joel P. Layton
  • Trailer Hitch Lock for Gooseneck Trailers
    Publication number: 20170057311
    Abstract: A lock for a gooseneck style trailer may present a tow-ball interface on a base plate with an associated rod interface. The rod may be inserted through one of a plurality of holes along a circumference of the base plate so as to also interface with structure on the trailer. The rod then may be locked into position with a locking mechanism.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 31, 2016
    Publication date: March 2, 2017
    Inventor: Joel P. Layton