Patents by Inventor Joseph P. McGillis

Joseph P. McGillis 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: 4872668
    Abstract: An isokinetic multidirectional exerciser utilizes an articulated boom mounted to a supporting base for pivotal movement relative to the base. The articulated boom preferably uses two arms which are pivotally connected. Relative movement between the boom arms and the base is individually resisted by fluid devices operatively connected between the members that move relative to one another during use of the exerciser. Each fluid device includes a resistive closed fluid path that is adjustable to vary the range of resistance that will be encountered during such movement. Provision is made for independent adjustment of resistance in opposite directions of movement of the exerciser members. This is accomplished by use of opposed check valves having individual bypass paths and flow control valves.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 16, 1987
    Date of Patent: October 10, 1989
    Assignee: Joseph Patrick McGillis
    Inventors: Joseph P. McGillis, Howard G. Fly