Patents by Inventor Michael J. Spergel

Michael J. Spergel 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).

  • Scuba tank mounting mechanism
    Patent number: 5906302
    Abstract: A mounting mechanism is provided for mounting a second SCUBA tank (e.g. a pony tank) to a first SCUBA tank (e.g. a main SCUBA tank). The mounting mechanism includes a bracket having a first curved outer surface for engaging the first SCUBA tank, having a second curved outer surface for engaging a second SCUBA tank, and having a connecting portion connecting the first curved outer surface to the second curved outer surface, a passage being formed in the connecting portion. A first clamp extends through the passage in the connecting portion and secures the second SCUBA tank to the second curved outer surface. A second clamp, for example the existing BCD strap of a main SCUBA tank, extends through the passage in the connecting portion and secures the second SCUBA tank to the first curved outer surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 28, 1997
    Date of Patent: May 25, 1999
    Inventor: Michael J. Spergel
  • Scuba accessory interchange system
    Patent number: 5390886
    Abstract: An improved quick disconnect device is provided and consists of a female bracket mountable to one scuba tank and a male bracket mountable to another scuba tank. The male bracket can engage with the female bracket and be retained thereto. A mechanism is for allowing the male bracket to be disengaged from the female bracket when the mechanism is removed therefrom.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 3, 1993
    Date of Patent: February 21, 1995
    Inventors: Irwin Lawner, Michael J. Spergel, Tod W. Lentini