Patents by Inventor Randall N. Stroman

Randall N. Stroman 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: 6174103
    Abstract: A removable and portable speed bump system using a flexible connector such as a chain or cable lying transversely across the roadway, and a number of generally triangular, or arch-shaped, spaced-apart bump modules disposed on the speed bump for which cars must slow down to cross. The speed bump modules are either fastened to the flexible connector or molded directly onto the flexible connector. The flexible connector is attached to a connecting anchor fixed into the road curb or road shoulder of a roadway. The opposite end of the flexible connector is fastened to a clasp or spring-loaded link set at a second point transversely across the roadway from the connecting anchor. The speed bump modules are configured to enable stacking in a compact fashion, for example, in a special container located on the side of the roadway.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 1998
    Date of Patent: January 16, 2001
    Inventor: Randall N. Stroman
  • Patent number: 6170586
    Abstract: An apparatus for a flexible, attachable and absorbent pad for absorbing fluid leaks from an irregular surface on a motor vehicle. The pad includes an absorbent quilted pad which faces to receive the liquids or oils which drop from an engine part or structure. The pad is made from a heat resistant material which is absorbent enough to absorb a cup or two of fluid. An outer sheet is bonded to the bottom side of the absorbent pad so which is water resistant and able to retain accumulated oil or fluids which may pass through the absorbent pad. Each edge of the outer sheet is folded around the peripheral of the pad and heat sealed or glued to the pad. Tethers, such as wires, cords, or the like, are then disposed through the folded border sections and glued or sealed to the outer sheet and absorbent pad. The tethers are then used to fasten the pad to a fluid leak by connecting the tether together around the vehicle structure which is leaking and molding the pad to the irregular surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 1998
    Date of Patent: January 9, 2001
    Inventor: Randall N. Stroman