Patents by Inventor Lloyd Townsend

Lloyd Townsend 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).

  • Bicycle tire having tread with projecting ribs
    Patent number: 7114539
    Abstract: A bicycle tire 10 is described having a tread that comprises transverse channels defining a block tread pattern for improving grip when the tire is used in off-road conditions. Two axially spaced circumferentially continuous parallel ribs 14 straddle the tire centreline and project radially beyond the block tread pattern to improve ride quality on a smooth road surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 19, 2004
    Date of Patent: October 3, 2006
    Inventor: Lloyd Townsend
  • Tyre tread
    Publication number: 20040231774
    Abstract: A tire 10 for a bicycle is described having a tread that comprises transverse channels defining a block tread pattern for improving grip when the tire is used in off-road conditions. Two axially spaced circumferentially continuous parallel ribs 14 straddle the tire centreline and project radially beyond the block tread pattern to improve ride quality on a smooth road surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 19, 2004
    Publication date: November 25, 2004
    Inventor: Lloyd Townsend