Patents by Inventor Kenneth K. Stearns

Kenneth K. Stearns 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).

  • Elliptical exercise methods and apparatus with adjustable crank
    Patent number: 7404785
    Abstract: An exercise apparatus has a linkage assembly which links rotation of an adjustable length crank to generally elliptical movement of a force receiving member. The linkage assembly includes a first link having a rearward end which is rotatably connected to the crank, and a forward end which is rotatably connected to a lower end of a suspended link. An upper portion of the suspended link is rotatably connected to the exercise apparatus frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 2006
    Date of Patent: July 29, 2008
    Inventors: Kenneth K. Stearns, Joseph D. Maresh