Patents by Inventor Larry L. Christie

Larry L. Christie 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: 4779916
    Abstract: An adjustable framework is provided for supporting elongated loads over the cargo bed of a pick-up truck and alternatively for supporting a contoured sheath to form a camper compartment above the cargo bed. The framework is comprised of paired side rails, each supported by terminal and center legs, and two transverse rails extending horizontally between said side rails. The two center legs, or the four terminal legs are adapted to provide controlled forceful upward motion. Said motion is preferably produced by a piston-cylinder mechanism.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 17, 1987
    Date of Patent: October 25, 1988
    Inventor: Larry L. Christie
  • Patent number: 4724560
    Abstract: A pillow adapted to provide yieldable support of controllable softness and thickness is fabricated of thermoplastic sheet material in a manner whereby a central air compartment is surrounded by a continuous liquid compartment, each compartment being provided with valve means. The pillow may be fabricated by the interbonding of four rectangular pieces of thermoplastic sheet material. When empty of air and liquid, the pillow occupies little storage space.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 1987
    Date of Patent: February 16, 1988
    Inventor: Larry L. Christie
  • Patent number: 4645196
    Abstract: A weight lifter's bench is provided which can be folded into a compact form suitable for storage. The folding feature is provided by a frame made of two facing U-shaped members which can be interengaged by bolts which slide within the frame. Two support panels positioned upon the frame are hinged together to facilitate folding and also to permit one panel to be inclined for special exercises. The frame is supported by four legs which pivot about the frame for storage and can be locked into operative position by brackets pivoted to the legs and adapted to be secured to the underside of the frame. Support posts are provided for a barbell, and leg exercising means may be provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 1985
    Date of Patent: February 24, 1987
    Inventor: Larry L. Christie