Patents by Inventor Michael P. Cone

Michael P. Cone 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).

  • Tool for removing lateral deflection in a wood plank
    Patent number: 4821784
    Abstract: A compact tool adapted for removing lateral deflection from a wood plank is disclosed. The tool is provided with a reduced friction connection interengaged with an elongated member and a fastener for removably positioning a U-shaped bracket for receiving a wood joist member or, alternatively, a fastener member for engaging a fixed flat surface, such as plywood. Additionally, a cylindrical member is disposed on an end of the elongated member for reducing a friction factor between the elongated member and the wood plank and for providing a rolling load to remove the lateral deflection in the wood plank.The tool of the present invention provides a method to quickly and efficiently remove lateral deflection from a wood plank while reducing damage to the wood joist member or plywood base.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 1987
    Date of Patent: April 18, 1989
    Inventor: Michael P. Cone
  • Orienting and driving system for roofing nails
    Patent number: D446101
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 22, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 7, 2001
    Inventor: Michael P. Cone