Patents by Inventor John A. Mikina

John A. Mikina 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: 4246861
    Abstract: A buoyant craft, such as a boat or raft, propelled by a water jet thrust of high efficiency. Such thrust is provided by a wedge shaped chamber, such as one including a substantially flat plate pivotally mounted forwardly and on the underside of the craft and having two vertical sides. Pedals are provided on an extension of the flat plate. A modification involves the use of two separate wedge shaped jet thrust chambers with a common central wall to permit better steering. Still another modification involves the use of a wedge shaped chamber made of rubber or other flexible elastomer which is squeezed by pivotal movement of the pedal-operated flat plate to effect jet propulsion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 1979
    Date of Patent: January 27, 1981
    Inventors: Stanley J. Mikina, John A. Mikina
  • Patent number: 4212480
    Abstract: A convertible exercising bicycle enabling oscillating the bicycle seat and rider, substantially up and down so as to exercise the rider's body by subjecting it to accelerations such as when riding a horse or in jogging or running. Means are provided to convert the bicycle to a fixed exercising machine suitable for indoor use. Also additional means are provided to allow for less strenuous exercise for elderly riders and the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 1978
    Date of Patent: July 15, 1980
    Inventors: Stanley J. Mikina, John A. Mikina