Patents by Inventor Merritt K. Yochum

Merritt K. Yochum 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: 3980217
    Abstract: The specification hereof sets forth a vehicle tool rack and locking means for the tools comprising two supporting arms or rack elements bolted to a bumper of a vehicle. The two supporting arms, or rack elements, respectively create a bumper guard effect and are provided with openings and brackets for receiving a jack, shovel, and ax. The jack, shovel, and ax are received within the brackets and openings, and are secured and locked thereto by means of a chain or other locking means which circumscribe a portion of the tools.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 24, 1975
    Date of Patent: September 14, 1976
    Inventor: Merritt K. Yochum