Patents by Inventor Lawrence W. Mugford

Lawrence W. Mugford 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).

  • Vehicle lifting jack with integral stowable crank handle
    Patent number: 4586696
    Abstract: A vehicle lifting jack of the actuating screw type is provided with an integral stowable crank. The crank comprises an L-shaped member pivotally connected to a crank handle. These elements are foldable together and may be swung over the lifting jack for storage. These elements are unfoldable for cranking the actuating screw to raise and lower the vehicle lifting jack. When unfolded, the crank is adjustable to a cranking position wherein the cranking element is in substantial alignment with the actuating screw to facilitate cranking.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 1985
    Date of Patent: May 6, 1986
    Assignee: Chrysler Corporation
    Inventors: Lawrence W. Mugford, John T. Bresnahan